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Q1. What is Zener diode and how does it regulate the voltage? What happens to the series current, load current and Zener current when the d.c input voltage of a Zener regulator increases? Draw a neat diagram of Zener regulator and explain. (16)

Q2. a) Briefly explain the principle of Operation of induction Motors (4)

b) What is slip for an induction motor? (4)

c) Draw a simple ladder logic diagram of star delta starting of an induction motor. (8)

Q1.a) Explain three methods of overcurrent protection for electrical circuit. (8)

b) Explain with aid of diagram, the meaning of the term inverse current time characteristic (8)

Q4. With respect to Alternators onboard:

a) Briefly explain true power, Apparent power and power factor? (8)

b) The alternator is rated for 750 KVA at 0.85 PF, what is the maximum load (Kilo Watt) that can be put on it? Would you be overloading the alternator if the kilowatt reading were now 620 KW and the power factor 0.80? (8)

Q5. Explain with the help of a neat diagram the operation of a brushless alternator. What would likely happen if one of the rotating Diode fails and becomes: (16)

a) An open circuit?

b) A short circuit?

Q5. a) Which has the greater equivalent resistance; two equal capacitors in series or in parallel? Explain with reasons? (6)

b) A circuit has a resistance of 3Ω inductance of 0.01H. The voltage across its end is 60V and the frequency is 50Hz. Calculate

a) the impedance

b) the power factor

c) the power absorbed. (10)

Q7. a) Describe the routine tests required for self-contained breathing apparatus sets (8)

b) Describe the procedure to be adopted to find missing personnel in a smoke-filled accommodation area. (8)

Q7. With reference to entry into enclosed spaces onboard:
a) Define “Enclosed space” and give example of enclosed spaces onboard (6)
b) Describe the checks done for testing the atmosphere inside such enclosed spaces. (5)

c) Explain safety precautions taken prior to entry into enclosed spaces onboard vessel. (5)

Q7. With Reference to Electrical Safety onboard a vessel:

a) Write Short note on “Electric Shock” (6)

b) Enumerate the relation between Shock Current Levels, the Applied Voltage and the Body resistance. (5)

c) How do you treat a person who has suffered an electric shock onboard from a AC supply? (5)