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Question Paper Code:
B.E. / B.Tech. DEGREE EXAMINATIONS, APR / MAY 2025
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Department of Aeronautical Engineering
U20AE701 – Avionics and Instrumentation
(Regulation U20)
QUESTION PAPER TEMPLATE
Name of the Subject Code & Name:
PART – A (10 x 2 = 20)
Bloom’s
Mark Taxonomy
S.No. Question
s Level
(K1 or K2)
1. Define the term ‘modularity’. How it is achieved in 2 K1
avionics used on aircraft.
2. What is the role of avionics in modern aircraft? 2 K1
3. Abbreviate ARINC and write its functions. 2 K1
4. What is data buss? Justify its need. 2 K1
5. Differentiate CRT and HUD display units. 2 K1
6. Write a short note on Passive Matrix Displays. 2 K1
7. List various hyperbolic navigation systems. 2 K1
8. What is the basic principle of gyroscope? 2 K1
9. Explain the working of a Mach warning system. 2 K1
10. State the advantages of Autopilot system. 2 K1
PART – B (5 x 16 = 80)
11. (a) Explain clearly the top down design procedure that is 16 K2
adopted in Avionics system design and also list the factor
on which Avionics design is evaluated and explain each
factor in brief
(OR)
(b) With the help of a neat diagram, explain how various 16 K2
avionics systems act as an interface to the Pilot.
12. (a) Describe the architecture of MIL-STD-1553 data bus with 16 K2
neat sketch indicating word format and its applications.
(OR)
(b) Draw a schematic lay-out of a modern civil transport airplane Avionics 16 K2
architecture using triplex redundant ARINC-629 DATA Bus.
13. (a) With the help of a neat diagram explain the working of a 16 K2
Head-Up Display along with the function of its key
components. Differentiate between head-up display and
Head down display.
(OR)
(b) Classify various types of crt used in civilian and military 16 K2
aircraft. Explain each of them in detail with a neat sketch.
14. (a) Illustrate the principle and operation of GPS and distance 16 K2
measuring equipment (DME) with a neat diagram
(OR)
(b) Explain in detail, the operation of Instrument Landing 16 K2
System along with various components involved in it.
15. (a) Discuss about working application and types of 16 K2
instruments used air data sensors with neat diagrams
wherever required. Why do you think air data collection is
very crucial in an aircraft?
(OR)
(b) With a neat block diagram, explain the concept of lateral 16 K2
autopilot with a block diagram.
