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PART C
Answer any two full questions, each carries 10 marks.
Explain the working of a solar thermal electric power plant with neat sketches.
Describe the Principle of operation of tidal energy conversion process.
Draw the schematic and explain the working of a closed cycle OTEC plant.
Define the following terms associated with solar PV 1) Fill factor 11) Conversion
efficiency iii) Maximum power point iv) Poly crystalline cell.
Compare the components and working of a standalone and grid connected PV
system.
Explain the characteristics of a site suitable for the construction of a tidal power
plant. List any two advantages and limitations of a tidal power plant.
PART 0
Answer any two full questions, each carries 10 marks.
What is meant by lift and drag forces acting on wind turbine. Explain the
importance of these forces in wind turbine design.
Explain the construction and working of fixed dome type biogas plant with the
help of a figure.
What are different methods used for the production and storage of hydrogen.
Explain the parts, their function and working of a wind power plant.
Differentiate between the performance of horizontal axis and vertical axis wind
turbines. Give one examples for each type.
Explain the operation of a phosphoric acid fuel cell with the help of a suitable

diagram.

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