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Switchgear & Protective Devices - BT255-Fall - 2016 Page 1 of 1
NOTE: Question #1 is compulsory. Attempt four questions from the rest. All questions carry equal marks.
Mobile phones and other electronic gadgets are not allowed.
Q1. Define and draw its symbol
i. Circuit Breaker
ii. Isolator
iii. CT
iv. Surge Arrestor
v. Earthing switch
vi. Reactor
vii. Motor
Q2. What is load shedding and how the load-frequency control of AC grid is achieved?
Q3. What are the advantages and disadvantages of SF6 circuit breakers?
Q4. Discuss the basic connection of trip circuit. Why it is used?
Q5. Distinguish between the function of isolator and earthing switch.
Q6. Explain the per unit system. What are its advantages?
Q7: Discuss the components used in protective relay.
Q8. Write short Notes on any TWO.
i. Induction disk relay
ii. Fault clearing process
iii. Pilot wire
Paper : Switchgear & Protective Devices - BT255
Time Allowed: 3 hours
Examination: Final, Fall - 2016
Total Marks: 70, Passing Marks (35)
Sarhad University, Peshawar
(Distance Education)