SRI KRISHNA COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY
An Autonomous Institution, Approved by AICTE and affiliated to Anna University
Accredited by NAAC with “A” grade
Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
QUESTION BANK – MODULE I
Course
Programme(s) Semester Course Title
Code(s)
POWER SYSTEM PROTECTION AND
B.E. EEE 6 22EE602
SWITCHGEAR
PART – A
1. List the different types of faults that can occur in a power system
2. Name the zones of protection in a power system.
3. Distance relays are more preferred for long transmission lines over another relay. Justify
4. Summarize the role of the universal relay in protection systems
5. Differentiate between symmetrical and unsymmetrical faults
6. How does torque equation relate to relay operation?
7. Compare the operation of directional relays and non-directional relays
8. Identify the appropriate relay for detecting overvoltage in a system
9. Mention the limitations of electromagnetic relays in modern power systems
10. Explain the need for power system protection.
11. Compare between symmetrical and unsymmetrical faults.
12. List and describe two methods of grounding used in power systems.
13. Describe the essential qualities of a protection scheme.
14. Explain the term zone of protection and its significance in power system protection.
15. Interpret the operating principle of an electromechanical relay.
16. Outline the purpose of the R-X diagram in relay operations.
17. List the advantages of electromagnetic relays.
A 33 kV system has an electromagnetic Overcurrent relay set at a fault current of 1.5 times
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the normal current. Calculate the current setting for the relay if the normal current is 100 A.
19. Compare distance protection with directional protection relay
20. Infer the features of mho relay
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PART – B
Explain the principles of protective schemes and discuss their importance in modern power
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systems.
2 Discuss the different types of faults in power systems and their effects on system operation.
3 Explain the key components of a protection scheme and their roles in system operation.
Discuss the construction and operation of distance relays. Highlight their importance in long
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transmission lines.
5 Derive the torque equation of a relay and explain its significance in relay operation
6 With the help of a diagram, explain the operating principles of a universal relay and its applications.
An overcurrent relay has a plug setting of 125% and a CT ratio of 400/5. The relay operates when
7 the current through the CT secondary exceeds 2 A. Calculate the fault current in the primary circuit
that will cause the relay to operate.
Compare various grounding methods used in power systems. Discuss their advantages and
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disadvantages.
9 Explain the nature and causes of faults in a power system.
Outline the construction details and principle of operation of induction type directional over current
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relay.
11 Explain the Principles and need for protective schemes.
12 Describe in detail about the construction and working of Under frequency relays.
13 Describe the different methods of system grounding and their impact on fault currents.
A relay has a setting current of 5 A and a plug-setting multiplier of 2.5. Calculate the fault current
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detected by the relay and describe its implications for the relay’s operation.
15 Describe the different methods for Zones of protection and essential qualities of protection.
A power system has a line-to-ground fault on a 400 kV system. Calculate the fault current if the line
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impedance is 0.5 Ω and the system grounding resistance is 10 Ω.