WorksheetsElectric Vehicles (EVs) Worksheet
Total questions: 99
Worksheet time: 50mins
What is the primary need for using electric vehicles (EVs)?
To increase fuel consumption
To reduce air pollution and dependence on fossil fuels
To make vehicles heavier
To reduce vehicle cost only
Which of the following is a type of electric vehicle?
Internal Combustion Engine Vehicle
Steam Engine Vehicle
Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)
Bio-fuel Vehicle
Compared to petrol/diesel vehicles, EVs generally have:
Higher tailpipe emissions
Lower cost and zero emissions
More complex engines
Higher noise levels
What happens to an EV at the end of its life?
It is burned completely
It is recycled or repurposed
It turns into a hybrid
It becomes a petrol vehicle
Which of the following is part of EV technology?
Gearbox
Carburetor
Electric Motor
Fuel Tank
Which layout is common in EVs?
Engine at the front and fuel tank at the rear
In-wheel motor layout
Rear engine with carburetor
Front-engine with gear clutch
What kind of cables are used in EV charging systems?
Audio cables
Coaxial cables
Charging cables (Type1, Type2, CCS)
LAN cables
Which of the following is a key component of an EV?
Radiator
Starter motor
Battery pack
Exhaust pipe
What is the role of controls in electric vehicles?
To control headlights
To manage power delivery from battery to motor
To cool the fuel
To refill fuel
What type of battery is most widely used in EVs today?
Lead-acid
Nickel-Cadmium
Lithium-ion
Alkaline
Which of these is NOT a type of EV battery?
Lithium-ion
Nickel Metal Hydride
Lead-acid
Gasoline
What does “battery plug-in” refer to?
Plugging battery to motor
Plugging charger into the battery for charging
Connecting fuel pipe
Refilling battery acid
Typical EV battery life ranges between:
6 months to 1 year
3 to 5 years
6 to 10 years
20 years
What is the main advantage of using an ultra-capacitor in EVs?
Provides fuel backup
Stores charge very slowly
Charges and discharges rapidly
Works without any electricity
Which of the following is a standard EV charging method?
Level 0
Level 1, Level 2, DC Fast Charging
Thermal charging
Mechanical charging
What does “DC fast charging” provide?
Slow charging using AC
Rapid charging using DC current
Manual charging
Wireless power only
Which is an alternate EV charging source?
Petrol
Diesel
Solar energy
Kerosene
Wireless charging uses which of the following principles?
Friction
Magnetic induction
Combustion
Optical reflection
Which component manages energy flow from the battery to the motor?
Radiator
Controller
Air filter
Crankshaft
What is the environmental benefit of using EVs?
Increased engine temperature
Reduced carbon emissions
High vibration levels
Loud engine sounds
Which of the following motors is commonly used in electric vehicles due to high efficiency and torque?
DCMotor
InductionMotor
BLDCMotor
UniversalMotor
What does BLDC stand for?
BinaryLockedDirectCurrent
BrushlessDirectCurrent
Bi-LevelDirectCurrent
BasicLineDriveController
In a DC motor, torque is produced due to interaction between:
Electric field and magnetic field
Magnetic field and mechanical power
Current and magnetic field
Heat and current
The rotor in an induction motor rotates due to:
Permanent magnets
External excitation
Magnetic induction from the stator
DC current supply
BLDC motors do not have:
Windings
Magnets
Brushes
Shaft
In BLDC motors, what replaces the mechanical commutator?
Gearbox
Slip rings
Electronic controller
Capacitor
In a Series Hybrid Electric Drive Train (HEDT), the coupling is:
Mechanical
Electrical
Hydraulic
Pneumatic
In a Parallel HEDT, the power from the engine and motor is combined using:
Electrical coupling
Magnetic coupling
Mechanical coupling
Chemical coupling
What does EDT stand for in electric vehicles?
Electronic Drive Transmission
Electric Drive Train
Energy Distribution Terminal
Engine Drive Test
Which of the following is a peak power source (PPS) in electric vehicles?
Engine
Battery pack
Supercapacitor
Gearbox
In torque coupling, the engine and motor contribute to:
Same power at different times
Different torque at different times
Combined torque to the wheels
Only motor torque
In speed coupling, the engine and motor:
Operate at same speed
Operate independently
Operate at different speeds but share load
Are mechanically locked
Which of the following is NOT a type of electric motor used in EVs?
DC Motor
Induction Motor
Synchronous Reluctance Motor
Steam Motor
What is the main advantage of Switched Reluctance Motor (SRM)?
High cost
Simple construction and ruggedness
What type of drive converter is used for SRM?
AC to DC
Inverter with asymmetric bridge converter
DC to AC motor starter
BLDC commutator
In SRM, torque is generated due to:
Magnetic attraction between stator and rotor poles
Heat and friction
Permanent magnets
DC brush action
The rotor of an SRM has:
Permanent magnets
Field windings
No windings or magnets
Carbon brushes
Which one of the following motors is easiest to manufacture?
BLDC
Induction Motor
SRM
DC Motor
Power rating design of EV motors depends on:
Colour of the motor
Vehicle weight and performance needs
Number of wheels
Air pressure in tyres
Which motor is best suited for high-speed EV applications?
DC Series Motor
BLDC Motor
Stepper Motor
Synchronous Generator
Which of the following is a unidirectional semiconductor device?
Transistor
Diode
SCR
MOSFET
A thyristor is also known as:
BJT
Triac
SCR
Zener
BJTs are classified as:
Voltage-controlled devices
Current-controlled devices
Light-controlled devices
Temperature-controlled devices
Which device combines the advantages of BJT and MOSFET?
Diode
Thyristor
IGBT
Triac
MOSFETs are mainly used for:
High-frequency switching
AC motors
Low-power lighting
Voltage regulation only
A power converter converts:
Heat into light
Voltage to current
One form of electrical power to another
Mechanical to electrical energy
An inverter converts:
AC to DC
DC to AC
Low voltage to high voltage
Frequency to voltage
What is one key safety precaution when working on EVs?
Use bare hands
Disconnect the 12V battery only
Wear insulated gloves and tools
Keep the ignition ON
Hazard management in EVs includes:
Increasing speed
Replacing sensors
Identifying, assessing, and controlling risks
Using only DC supply
What is the role of sensors in autonomous vehicles?
Increase vehicle weight
Detect surroundings and aid decision-making
Reduce battery life
Increase fuel consumption
LiDAR is commonly used in self-driving cars for:
Audio signals
Speed measurement
Surrounding object detection
Engine cooling
Hacking in autonomous cars poses a risk to:
Fuel economy
Paint quality
Vehicle control and data safety
Tyre pressure
What is the aim of sensorless control methods?
Remove electronic circuits
Control motors without physical position sensors
Increase wire length
Eliminate all controls
15. In Phase Flux Linkage-Based Method, what is estimated?
The phase flux linkage is estimated.
The rotor speed is estimated.
The stator resistance is estimated.
The supply voltage is estimated.
Which parameter is typically estimated in sensorless control of electric motors?
Temperature
Flux linkage and position
Fuel level
GPS location
Which sensorless method uses changes in inductance to estimate rotor position?
GPS method
Modulated signal injection
Phase inductance-based method
LiDAR
In Modulated Signal Injection, what is injected into the motor?
Water
DC current
High-frequency signals
Compressed air
The Mutually Induced Voltage-Based Method relies on:
Permanent magnets
Mutual inductance effects
Mechanical gearboxes
Cooling fans
Observer-based sensorless control methods rely on:
Physical sensors
Mathematical estimators or models
Battery chemistry
Hydraulic control
One advantage of sensorless control in EVs is:
Increased hardware cost
Higher maintenance
Reduced reliability
Lower system complexity and cost
Which type of hybrid vehicle has a small electric motor that assists the engine but cannot power the vehicle alone?
MicroHybrid
MildHybrid
FullHybrid
Plug-inHybrid
A Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) can be charged by:
Regenerative braking only
External electrical power source
Gasoline engine only
None of the above
In a series hybrid layout, the vehicle’s wheels are driven by:
Internal combustion engine directly
Electric motor only
Both engine and motor together mechanically
Regenerative braking system
Which hybrid layout uses both engine and electric motor connected mechanically to drive the wheels?
Series
Parallel
Micro
Mild
What is the primary purpose of regenerative braking in hybrid vehicles?
To improve acceleration
To convert kinetic energy into electrical energy
To reduce engine noise
To increase vehicle weight
Which of the following is a major component in tiny hybrid vehicle propulsion systems?
Fuel cell
Electric motor
Hydraulic pump
Turbocharger
Hybrid electric vehicles help reduce:
Fuel consumption
Engine lifespan
Battery life
Vehicle weight
Which type of hybrid vehicle can operate in all-electric mode for short distances?
Micro Hybrid
Mild Hybrid
Full Hybrid
Series Hybrid
What is a key advantage of Series-Parallel hybrid architecture?
Simplified design
Flexibility to operate as series or parallel hybrid
Uses only electric motor
No regenerative braking
Vibration and noise reduction in hybrid vehicles are mainly due to:
Larger engine size
Use of electric motor during low speeds
Mechanical coupling
Exhaust system design
Micro hybrid vehicles typically feature:
Electric propulsion only
Start-stop system and regenerative braking
Large electric motor assist
Plug-in charging capability
Which control system in HEVs manages power flow between engine, motor, and battery?
Battery Management System
Vehicle Control Unit
Hybrid Electric Vehicles are more economical because they:
Use only electric energy
Reduce fuel consumption through energy recovery and electric assist
Are lighter than conventional vehicles
Use cheaper fuels
The main energy storage device in most hybrid vehicles is:
Flywheel
Supercapacitor
Battery pack
Fuel tank
Which component helps reduce noise and vibration in hybrid electric vehicles?
Regenerative brake system
Electric motor operation at low speed
Larger tires
Manual transmission
Which of the following is NOT a classification of hybrid electric vehicles?
Micro Hybrid
Mild Hybrid
Full Hybrid
Solar Hybrid
The term 'propulsion system' in hybrid vehicles refers to:
Steering and suspension
System that provides vehicle motion using engine and/or electric motor
Air conditioning system
Fuel injection system
What is the main function of the electric motor in a mild hybrid vehicle?
Solely drive the vehicle
Assist the engine and recover energy during braking
Only start the engine
Provide air conditioning power
Which hybrid architecture allows the vehicle to run solely on the engine or motor independently?
Series
Parallel
Series-Parallel
Micro
The control strategy in HEVs aims to:
Maximize fuel consumption
Optimize power delivery and battery usage
Increase emissions
Disable electric motor frequently
What is the primary function of a fuel cell?
Convert chemical energy into electrical energy
Store electrical energy
Convert mechanical energy into heat
Store chemical energy
Which fuel is most commonly used in fuel cells?
Diesel
Hydrogen
Methane
Gasoline
What is the main obstacle for widespread fuel cell adoption?
Low efficiency
High cost and hydrogen storage
Lack of fuel availability
Large size
Which of the following is NOT a type of fuel cell?
Proton Exchange Membrane Fuel Cell (PEMFC)
Solid Oxide Fuel Cell (SOFC)
Lithium-Ion Fuel Cell
Molten Carbonate Fuel Cell (MCFC)
The I-V curve of a fuel cell represents:
the relationship between current and voltage
the efficiency of the fuel cell at different temperatures
the chemical composition of the fuel cell
the amount of fuel consumed over time
Which factor affects the durability of a fuel cell?
Operating temperature
Color of the vehicle
Speed of the vehicle
Tire pressure
Fuel cell efficiency is generally higher than:
Internal combustion engines
Electric batteries
Solar panels
Wind turbines
What is a common component of a fuel cell system?
Battery pack
Electrolyte
Spark plug
Carburetor
Freeze start capability refers to:
Ability to start fuel cell at low temperatures
Ability to store fuel in freezing conditions
Fuel cell shutdown process
Charging battery in cold weather
What is the main output product of a hydrogen fuel cell?
Carbon dioxide
Water vapor
Nitrogen
Oxygen
Fuel consumption in a fuel cell vehicle depends mainly on:
Hydrogen supply rate
Engine size
Battery capacity
Tire size
Which is NOT a typical fuel cell vehicle component?
Fuel cell stack
Hydrogen storage tank
Combustion engine
Power electronics
What is a major maintenance requirement for fuel cell vehicles?
Regular oil changes
Fuel cell stack cleaning and inspection
Spark plug replacement
Transmission fluid changes
What does the power design of a fuel cell vehicle consider?
Required vehicle power and fuel cell stack size
Vehicle color
Number of wheels
Tire pressure
Which technology uses a solid polymer as an electrolyte?
PEM Fuel Cell
Solid Oxide Fuel Cell
Alkaline Fuel Cell
Molten Carbonate Fuel Cell
The lifetime cost of a fuel cell vehicle includes:
Initial cost, maintenance, and fuel cost
Only the fuel cost
Tire replacement cost
Insurance cost only
In fuel cells, oxidation occurs at the:
Anode
Cathode
Electrolyte
Fuel tank
Which of the following is related to operating pressure?
Operating pressure
Vehicle paint
Tire size
Driver's skill
Which fuel cell type operates at the highest temperature?
PEMFC
Solid Oxide Fuel Cell (SOFC)
Alkaline Fuel Cell
Phosphoric Acid Fuel Cell
