DEPARTMENT OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERING

DONBOSCO INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY

Question Bank for 2nd Test
Sub: Hydraulics and pneumatics (06ME82)

Semester and Section: 8th B

UNIT - 2
HYDRAULIC ACTUATORS AND MOTORS:
1)
2)
3)
4)

Write a brief note on linear hydraulic actuators.

(5 Marks)
Explain the mechanics of hydraulic cylinder loading.
(5 Marks)
How hydraulic actuators are differing from hydraulic pumps?
(5 Marks)
A hydraulic motor has a displacement of 164 cm3 and operates with a pressure of 70 bars and a speed of
2000 rpm. If the actual flow-rate consumed by the motor is 0.006 m3/s and the actual torque delivered
by the motor is 170 N. m, find volumetric, mechanical and overall efficiency and actual power
developed by the motor.
(5 Marks)
5) With the neat sketch explain the construction and operation of vane motors.
(10 Marks)
6) With the neat sketch explain the working principle of inline and bent axis piston motors. (10 Marks)
7) For a hydraulic motor, define volumetric, mechanical and overall efficiency. Write the appropriate
equations for the same.
(10 Marks)
8) For a hydraulic motor, how do you define and calculate, theoretical torque, power and flow rate.
(10 Marks)
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9) a) A hydraulic motor has a 82-cm volumetric displacement. If it has a pressure rating of 70 bars and it
receives oil from a 0.0006-m3/s theoretical flow-rate pump, find the motor
i) Speed ii) Theoretical torque iii) Theoretical power
b) With the neat sketch explain the construction and working principle of gear motors (10 Marks)
10) A hydrostatic transmission, operating at 70 bars pressure, has the following characteristics:
For pump: VD =82 cm3, v= 82%, m = 88%, N = 500 rpm and
For motor: VD =?, v = 92%, m = 90% , N = 400 rpm
Find the i) Displacement ot the motor ii) Motor output torque
(10 Marks)

UNIT - 5
MAINTENANCE OF HYDRAULIC SYSTEMS:
1) What are the problems caused by gases in hydraulic fluids?
(5 Marks)
2) Write a note on wear of moving parts due to solid particle contamination
(5 Marks)
3) What do you meant by leakage in hydraulic system? Explain. Explain the different types of seals used in
hydraulic system.
(5 Marks)
4) Classify filters. What are the causes for the contamination in filters?
(5 Marks)
5) What are accumulators? Give the complete classification of accumulators. Sketch and explain spring
loaded type accumulators. Explain how an accumulator is used as a shock absorber? Use circuit diagram.
(10 Marks)
6) What are the desirable properties of hydraulic fluids? Explain briefly any five of them.
(10 Marks)
7) What are the functions of reservoir system? Explain briefly with neat sketch construction features of a
hydraulic reservoir.
(10 Marks)
8) What are the most common causes of hydraulic system break down. List and explain the different types
of fluids used in hydraulic system.
(10 Marks)

9) Explain the three basic types of filtering methods used in hydraulic system. Define Beta efficiency.
Derive an equation for Beta efficiency.
(10 Marks)
10) List any four hydraulic system operating problems and corresponding probable causes that should be
investigated during trouble shooting.
(10 Marks)

UNIT - 6
INTRODUCTION TO PNEUMATIC CONTROL:
1) Explain the characteristics of compressed air.

(5 marks)

2) Explain the structure of pneumatic control systems.

(5 marks)

3) what are various types of linear pneumatic actuaters.?, Explain

(5 marks)

4) Explain a conventional linear cylinder construction with a neat figure.

(5 marks)

5) a) Explain the various factors governing the choice of working medium in fluid power Systems.
b) Discuss advantages of air motors compared to electric and hydraulic motors.

(10 marks)

6) Explain end position cushioning of pneumatic cylinder and various mounting arrangements. (10 marks)
7) Explain rodless cylinder, its types, working and advantages.

(10 marks)

8) Explain rotary cylinders, its types and construction.

(10 marks)

9) Explain the various types of seals used in pneumatic control systems.

(10 marks)

10) what are various design parameters of cylinder dynamics? Explain with graphs.

(10 marks)