21AS54
RV COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING®
(An Autonomous Institution affiliated to VTU, Belagavi)
V Semester B.E. Examinations Apr/May-2024
Aerospace Engineering
AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS AND INSTRUMENTATION
Time: 03 Hours Maximum Marks: 100
Instructions to candidates:
1. Answer all questions from Part A. Part A questions should be answered in
first three pages of the answer book only.
2. Answer FIVE full questions from Part B. In Part B question number 2 is
compulsory. Answer any one full question from 3 and 4, 5 and 6, 7 and 8, 9
and 10.
PART A M BT CO
1 1.1 When the atmosphere conforms to standard values, the altitude read
by the altimeter is termed __________ altitude and in a non-standard
atmosphere, an altimeter is in error and reads what is termed as
__________ altitude. 02 2 2
1.2 The various degrees of freedom of a gyroscope are __________,
__________& __________ spinning freedom, tilting freedom and veering
freedom. 02 3 1
1.3 __________ combine the functions of a generator and a constant speed
drive into a single unit, providing efficient power generation and
regulation. 01 2 2
1.4 State Seebeck Effect and Peltier Effects used for temperature
measurements in an aircraft engine. 02 2 4
1.5 __________ systems prevent the wheels from locking up during
braking, while __________ dampers reduce oscillations and vibrations
in the landing gear. 01 2 3
1.6 Define Rigidity & Precision of a gyroscope. 02 3 2
1.7 __________ are used to detect abnormal pressure conditions and
activate warning indicators or protective systems. 01 3 1
1.8 Identify the principal components of an aircraft electrical system. 01 2 2
1.9 __________ actuators use to move control surfaces, providing grater
force and smoother operation compared to mechanical linkages
alone. 01 1 3
1.10 The static and dynamic counter displays on an altimeter present a
fixed value of __________ and varying values of __________. 02 1 3
1.11 Define De-icing and Anti-Acing in aircrafts. 02 1 1
1.12 __________ are small control surfaces attached to the primary flight
controls that allow the pilot to adjust the control surface position to
relieve control pressures and maintain desired flight attitudes. 01 3 3
1.13 Highlight the various secondary flight control systems on an aircraft. 02 2 2
PART B
2 a On a neat diagram of an aircraft, identify the various components
that utilize hydraulic systems to operate. 08 3 3
b Showing the circuit diagram, describe the function of a typical
aircraft 𝐴𝐶 electrical system. 08 1 1
3 a With the aid of diagrams, explain how a gyroscope processes under
the influence of an applied torque. 08 2 2
b Describe how a rate gyroscope may be utilized to sense both banking
and rate of turn. 08 3 3
OR
4 a Outline the block diagram of an attitude indicator and explain its
function in detail. 08 3 4
b Describe the function of a turn and bank indicator of an aircraft
instrumentation system. 08 1 1
5 a With a block diagram of an aircraft engine fuel control system,
describe it’s working. 08 3 2
b List the various types of temperature measurements systems used on
aircraft engine. Explain any two with neat illustrations. 08 3 3
OR
6 a Explain the sequence of events associated with the process of aircraft
engine starting and illustrate sketches wherever appropriate. 08 2 3
b List the principal components of an aircraft engine fuel system.
Explain the role of each component. 08 1 1
7 a With a block diagram, explain the method of achieving cabin
temperature in a typical commercial airplane. 08 3 4
b Explain the working of anti-icing and de-icing system on an aircraft. 08 1 3
OR
8 a Elaborate the need for a Controlled Environment on an airplane. 08 3 3
b With a neat sketch, explain the working of a Vapour cycle
refrigeration systems on an airplane. 08 3 4
9 a Describe how the function of a Machmeter and an airspeed indicator
can be combined to give an indication of maximum safe airspeed. 08 3 4
b Explain the sequence in which an altitude alerting unit operates
when an aircraft descends to a pre-selected altitude. 08 2 3
OR
10 a Highlight the Principal and Secondary flight control systems of an
airplane and explain their function in the aircraft. 08 3 4
b With a neat diagram, explain the functioning of a Fly-By-Wire control
system of an aircraft. 08 2 3