Compare the working principles and efficiencies of the Carnot and Rankine 10 cycles as applied in steam power plants.

 Discuss how different energy sources (fossil, renewable, and nuclear) contribute to the global power generation mix and their environmental impacts.

What are the roles of industry guidelines and government regulations in wind safety

Why are lightning protection systems important in wind turbines?

Discuss the global trends in wind energy deployment and how cost reduction has played a role in this growth.

 Examine the techno-economic and environmental factors that determine the feasibility of a wind farm project.

Discuss how SCADA and real-time monitoring systems improve operational efficiency and reliability in modern wind farms.

Discuss the trade-offs between maximizing energy output and minimizing environmental or social impacts during wind farm design.

Discuss how tip speed ratio (TSR) and rotor solidity influence the performance and stability of wind energy conversion systems.

Explain how lift and drag forces are generated on a wind turbine blade and how blade geometry affects overall aerodynamic performance.

 Discuss the role of atmospheric boundary layer and stability in determining the suitability of a site for wind energy generation.

 Explain the significance of the Betz Limit in determining the theoretical maximum efficiency of wind turbines and how it influences wind energy system design.

How do atmospheric forces such as the pressure gradient, Coriolis effect, and friction collectively determine global and local wind patterns?

Discuss in detail the concept of 'district heating'.

 Explain the status of building energy regulations in India, US and European Union.

Explain the application of heat pumps in building energy efficiency? Write short notes on various types of heat pumps.

What are Building integrated photovoltaic systems (BIPV)? Explain the various 10 components and working of a BIPV system.

 What is the role of ventilation in a building? Describe the various mechanical ventilation systems in a building.

Explain in detail any 3 passive cooling concepts in buildings.

What are the components of a psychrometric chart? Explain in detail how you would find out enthalpy and water vapour pressure using a psychrometric chart