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B.TECH.
(SEM -VIII) THEORY EXAMINATION 2019-20
DRYING AND STORAGE ENGG.
Time: 3 Hours Total Marks: 100
Note: Attempt all Sections. If require any missing data; then choose suitably.

SECTION A

1. Attempt all questions in brief. 2 x 10 = 20

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What are the main components of a power tillers? Explain its working. 4 2018-19
Derive an expression for torque for single plate clutch. 1 d1
) If it is desired to obtain 160 kg.m torques at the transmission output shaft, what gear ratio would
be necessary if transmission efficiency is 96% and input torque is 15 kg.m. 2
Determine the hourly cost of operating an international B 275 diesel tractor costing Rs. 2, 00,000.
The tractor is owned by a farmer and expected to have a useful service life of 12 years when
operated about 1000 hours every year. The tractor develops 35 bhp consumes 8 liters of fuel per
hour at 3/4th load. The tractor weights 1627 kg. Assume that there is no overhead charge on the
tractor. 1
Explain the working principle of fluid coupling and torque converter with the help of neat sketches
A tractor has 1.5 meter rear wheel diameter. If final drive gear ratio is 5:1 and differential gear ratio
is 3:1, find the travelling speed of a tractor when the speed of the engine is 1250 rev/min and gear
box reduction is 2:1. 2 D2
Write shorts notes on: i. Traction efficiency ii. Coefficient of traction 3 d2
A tractor has belt speed of 1000 rpm at normal engine speed. A feed mill has a recommended speed
of 2200 rpm. Find the size of pulley, needed on the feed mill. 1
What is the function of a differential in a tractor? 1
Define mechanics of tractor chasis with the help of diagram. 4 D1
Write shorts notes on: i. Camber angle ii. Rolling resistance 2
What do you mean by transmission system of a tractor? What are the functions of the transmission
system? 1
What do you understand by Final derive arrangement in a tractor? 1
A 25 hp tractor is running at 1000 rpm, total reduction of speed is 10:1; find the tractive force at
each driving wheel, if the diameter of the driving wheel is 1.32 meters 4 d2
What is the principle of friction clutch? Explain the working of a single plate clutch with the help of
diagram. 1 ----------------------------------------
What are the important considerations for ergonomic design of tractor seat? 5 d2 2014-15
What is the design requirement for a tractor three point hitch system for farm machinery? 4
Explain the depth and draft control of hydraulic system. 3
Discuss the Ackerman steering mechanisms with the help of neat diagram. 2\ d2
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What are crawler tractors? What are their constructional features? 2 d1

Enumerates the design features of mechanical steering . How the control on crawler tractor is
ensured. 2
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What are the advantages of cone clutch? Give the design parameters. 1 d1

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Define vibration? Explain the forced and free vibration. 5 d1
Explain the methods by which noise pollution is controlled. What is the maximum theoretical
pressure in Db that can exist. 5
A tractor is taking a turn at a radius of 5.56 m on concrete road without application of break. The
height of c.g. of tractor is 900 mm and the distance of c.g. from the tractor tipping axis is 600 mm.
Calculate the critical turning speed of tractor at which lateral tipping of tractor would begin. 4 D2
Define the terms : Coefficient of traction , Tractive efficiency , Tractive efforts and Travel reduction 3--
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What is the effect of speed upon draft? Explain in detail. 3 d2 2015-16
Explain the hydraulic system of tractor with neat sketch. 3
The line of pull on an implement is 17 0 above the horizontal and is in vertical plane which is at angle of
120 with direction of travel.
(i) Calculate the draft and side draft force for a pull of 15Kn.
(ii) What drawbar power would be required at 5 km/hr.
(iii) What factor should be considered during the designing of tillage tools?
(iv) Explain the force acting on tillage tools during the operation with neat sketch. 3 d2

A two wheel drive 35 HP tractor has 1.5 m rear wheel diameter. The engine runs at 1200 rpm. The
reduction of speed is 30:1; find the travelling speed of tractor in km/hr and tractive force for each
driving wheel. 4 d1
What do you mean by clutch? Explain different types of clutch used in tractor system. 1 d2
Describe the performance characteristics of tractor engine with suitable graph. 1 d1
Discuss the different factors which need to be considering tractor/farm machinery for human factor
point of view. 5 d1
Write short notes on
(i) Rolling resistance
(ii) Drawbar pull
(iii) Rim pull
(iv) Coefficient of traction
(v) Kingpin inclination d1

Explain the different types of test performed in tractor. D2

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What do you understand by traction improvement.------3------------- d2---------------------------

What are the performance characteristics of tractor engine? Explain with the help of various curves.
D2
Define traction? What are the factors affecting traction? Explain in detail. 3 d1
 SECTION B

2. Attempt any three of the following: 10 x 3 = 30

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SECTION C
3. Attempt any one part of the following: 10 x 1 = 10
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(b)
4. Attempt any one part of the following: 10 x 1 = 10
(a)
(b)
5. Attempt any one part of the following: 10 x 1 = 10
(a)
(b)
6. Attempt any one part of the following: 10 x 1 = 10
(a)
(b)
7. Attempt any one part of the following: 10 x 1 = 10
(a)
(b)