Code No: G5602/R13
M. Tech. I Semester Supplementary Examinations, January-2017
                                    H.V.D.C. TRANSMISSION
           (Common to HVE, HVPS, PS, PSC&A, EPE, EPS, PE, P&ID, PE&ED,
                          PE&D, EM&D, PE&PS and APS)
Time: 3 hours                                                     Max. Marks: 60
                                    Answer any FIVE Questions
                                  All Questions Carry Equal Marks
1. a Explain the types of HVDC links and its purpose with neat diagrams.                       6M
   b Draw the typical layout of HVDC transmission system and explain each part.                6M
2.      Explain the individual characteristics of rectifier and inverter operation with neat   12 M
        sketch.
3. a Draw the schematic diagram of a typical HVDC converter station with 2 six pulse           6M
     converter units and explain the function of each component.
   b Explain the constructional features of a converter transformer.                           6M
4. a Explain in detail about equidistance firing angle scheme. Also list the draw backs of     6M
     this scheme.
   b What are the factors responsible for generation of harmonic voltage and current?          6M
5. a Explain the objective of DC power modulation in detail.                                   6M
   b Discuss constructional difference of DC circuit breaker with AC circuit breaker.          6M
6. a Discuss the list of dominant harmonics present in the various types of HVDC               6M
     converters.
   b Discuss series-parallel multi-terminal HVDC system and its control.                       6M
7. a Discuss the operation of surge arrestors for overvoltage protection of HVDC               6M
     Systems.
   b Explain the basic principles of over current protection.                                  6M
8. a Explain the nature of transient over voltages due to disturbances on DC side.             6M
   b Write a short note on                                                                     6M
       i.   Over voltages on the HVDC system
      ii.    By-pass valve and its use.
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