Seat No.: ________ Enrolment No.

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GUJARAT TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY

BE - SEMESTER–VII (NEW) EXAMINATION – WINTER 2021
Subject Code:3171715 Date:15/12/2021
Subject Name:Soft Computing Control
Time:10:30 AM TO 01:00 PM Total Marks: 70
Instructions:
1. Attempt all questions.
2. Make suitable assumptions wherever necessary.
3. Figures to the right indicate full marks.
4. Simple and non-programmable scientific calculators are allowed.
MARKS

Q.1 (a) State the features of membership functions. 03

(b) Describe the concept of a fuzzy set in your own words. 04
(c) State the
Explain features
Fuzzy of membership
Inference functions
System (FIS) with block diagram. 07

Q.2 (a) Compare PID control and fuzzy logic control. 03

(b) How is the polling concept adopted in rank ordering method to 04
define the membership values?
(c) State and explain various methods of de-fuzzification. 07
OR
(c) Explain fuzzy Cartesian product and various compositions of 07
fuzzy relations.

Q.3 (a) What are the various methods employed for the membership 03
value assignment?
(b) Discuss about the Demorgan’s law for the fuzzy sets. Say whether 04
it is similar to that of classical sets.
(c) What is membership function? Using the inference 07
approach, find the membership values for the
triangular shapes for a triangle with angles as
45˚, 75˚, 60˚.
OR
Q.3 (a) Explain various operations that can be performed on fuzzy sets. 03
(b) What is membership function of a fuzzy set? Explain different 04
types of membership functions used in fuzzy system.
(c) With FIS for controlling the speed of the motor input should 07
armature current and torque output should be speed using
mamdani method. (Assume the linguistic variable yourself).

Q.4 (a) Define reflexivity, symmetry, and transitivity properties of fuzzy 03

relations.
(b) List and explain 4 methods of decomposition of rules. 04
(c) Describe the neuro-fuzzy architecture. 07
OR
Q.4 (a) Consider fuzzy relations: 03

Find the relation T = R o S using max–min composition.

(b) Justify intuition is based on human reasoning. Give some suitable 04
examples.
(c) Describe fuzzy control in plastic molding machine. 07
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Q.5 (a) What is artificial neural network? 03
(b) Define fuzzy set, vagueness and uncertainty. 04
(c) Let the fuzzy relation P be given by P= [0.1 0.5; 0.3 0.2] and the 07
universe of discourse X=Y= [1 , 2]. Determine whether the
system is stable, oscillating or unstable.
OR
Q.5 (a) Consider the following fuzzy sets , 03

Calculate the X U Y ,X ∩ C, X' ,Y' .

(b) Explain the concept of learning and state various modes of 04
learning.
(c) Explain in detail optimization of Water treatment system using 07
fuzzy logic.

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Seat No.: ________ Enrolment No.___________

GUJARAT TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY

BE - SEMESTER–VII (NEW) EXAMINATION – SUMMER 2022
Subject Code:3171715 Date:08/06/2022
Subject Name:Soft Computing Control
Time:02:30 PM TO 05:00 PM Total Marks: 70
Instructions:
1. Attempt all questions.
2. Make suitable assumptions wherever necessary.
3. Figures to the right indicate full marks.
4. Simple and non-programmable scientific calculators are allowed.

MARKS
Q.1 (a) Explain fuzzy logic. 03
(b) Explain the following terms: 04
(i) Normal fuzzy set
(ii) Subnormal fuzzy set
(iii)Convex fuzzy set
(iv) Nonconvex fuzzy set
(c) Draw block diagram of fuzzy inference system and explain 07
function of each block of fuzzy inference system.

Q.2 (a) Explain Intuition method for membership value assignments. 03

(b) Discuss about the properties of Fuzzy Relations. 04
(c) Consider the following two fuzzy sets A and B. Find complement, 07
Intersection, Difference and De Morgan’s law.

OR
(c) What do you mean by supervise learning? Explain any one 07
supervise learning method in detail.

Q.3 (a) List 3 advantages of Mamdani Method 03

(b) Compare the methods center of sums and center of largest area 04
with necessary examples.
(c) Describe the application of fuzzy logic for washing machine 07
control.
OR
Q.3 (a) Discuss about the different features of membership function. 03
(b) Explain fuzzy equivalence and fuzzy tolerance relation. 04
(c) Explain Takagi-Sugeno Fuzzy Method. 07

Q.4 (a) How is the excluded middle law different for the fuzzy set and the 03
classical set?
(b) What is artificial neural network? Draw the architecture of basic 04
neural network.
(c) Explain in detail optimization of Water treatment system using 07
fuzzy logic.
OR
Q.4 (a) Discuss in detail on the multi-person decision making. 03
(b) State the 4 properties of lamda cut sets. 04
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 (c) Explain fuzzy expert system for drying process Control. 07

Q.5 (a) Discuss about fuzzy logic control vs PID control. 03

(b) How membership value is assigned based on inductive reasoning? 04
(c) Explain the fuzzy control for optimal operation of complex 07
chilling systems.
OR
Q.5 (a) What is the necessity to convert the fuzzy quantities into crisp 03
quantities?
(b) With examples discuss about the conditional and unconditional 04
statements used for the formation of fuzzy rules.
(c) Explain in detail fuzzy Antilock Brake System 07

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Seat No.: ________ Enrolment No.___________

GUJARAT TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY

BE - SEMESTER–VII (NEW) EXAMINATION – WINTER 2022
Subject Code:3171715 Date:10-01-2023
Subject Name:Soft Computing Control
Time:10:30 AM TO 01:00 PM Total Marks:70
Instructions:
1. Attempt all questions.
2. Make suitable assumptions wherever necessary.
3. Figures to the right indicate full marks.
4. Simple and non-programmable scientific calculators are allowed.

MARKS
Q.1 (a) Define uncertainty and vagueness. Also, Compare precision and 03
impression.
(b) Define fuzzy inference system. Draw its working diagram. 04
(c) Write in detail about the Sugeno method adopted in fuzzy inference. 07
system.

Q.2 (a) Sate the features of membership functions. 03

(b) List and explain 4 methods of decomposition of rules. 04
(c) The energy E of a particle spinning is a magnetic field B is given by the 07
Equation
E = µB sinθ,
Where μ is complement angle of magnetic moment with respect to
direction of the magnetic field. Assuming the magnetic field B and
magnetic moment μ to be constant, The propose/linguistic terms for the
complement angle of magnetic moment as follows:
High moment (H) θ = Π/4
Slightly high moment (SH) θ = 3Π/4
No moment θ=0
Slightly low moment (SL) θ = 3Π/4
Low moment (L) θ = Π/4
Find the membership values using the angular fuzzy set approach for
these linguistic labels for the complement angles and plot these values
versus θ.
OR
(c) Discuss about the Demorgan’s law for the fuzzy sets. Say whether it is 07
similar to that of classical sets.

Q.3 (a) Compare PID control and fuzzy logic control. 03

(b) Explain the perceptron (simple model of biological neuron) with figure. 04
(c) Suggest design for fuzzy control for washing machine (Define inputs, 07
outputs, fuzzy sets and rules).
OR
Q.3 (a) List 3 advantages of Mamdani Method. 03
(b) Explain in detail neuron in biological system with a neat figure. 04
(c) A fuzzy relation P is given by 07
P= [ 0.1 0.3 ; 0.7 1.0]
Determine whether the system is stable, oscillating or unstable.

Q.4 (a) What is meant by fuzzy decision making process? 03

(b) State the 4 properties of lamda cut sets. 04
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 (c) What is meant by fuzzy decision making process? What are the various 07
methods used for fuzzy decision making? Discuss any two in detail.
OR
Q.4 (a) List and explain 3 general forms in which the canonical rules can be 03
formed.
(b) Explain in detail Fuzzy Bayesian Decision Method. 04
(c) Describe the neuro-fuzzy architecture. 07

Q.5 (a) Consider fuzzy relations: 03

Find the relation T = R o S using max–min composition.

(b) Explain the concept of learning and state various modes of learning. 04
(c) Describe fuzzy control in plastic molding machine. 07
OR
Q.5 (a) Explain fuzzy set operations. 03
(b) Explain the method of generating membership function by means of 04
genetic algorithm.
(c) Explain in detail how fuzzy logic can be used in coal power plant. 07

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Seat No.: ________ Enrolment No.___________

GUJARAT TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY

BE – SEMESTER- VII EXAMINATION-SUMMER 2023
Subject Code: 3171715 Date: 26/06/2023
Subject Name: Soft Computing Control
Time: 10:30 AM TO 01:00 PM Total Marks: 70
Instructions:
1. Attempt all questions.
2. Make suitable assumptions wherever necessary.
3. Figures to the right indicate full marks.
4. Simple and non-programmable scientific calculators are allowed.

MARKS

Q.1 (a) Define fuzzy set, vagueness and uncertainty. 03

(b) R and T are the fuzzy relation on Cartesian space X ×Y. What are the 04
various operations that can be applied on them? List them with their
formula.
(c) Explain the Mamdani’s fuzzy inference method in detail. 07

Q.2 (a) Find the defuzzified value by weighted average method for the figure 03
shown below:

(b) Discuss about the properties of fuzzy sets. 04

(c) In the field of computer networking there is an imprecise relationship 07
between the level of use of a network communication bandwidth and
the latency experienced in peer-to-peer communication. Let X be a
fuzzy set of use levels (in terms of the percentage of full bandwidth
used) and Y be a fuzzy set of latencies (in milliseconds) with the
following membership function:
0.2

X=

Y=

(a) Find the Cartesian product represented by the relation

R= X x Y
Suppose we have second fuzzy set of bandwidth usage given by

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 Z=

Find S = Z o R using Max – Min composition..

OR
(c) The three variables of interest in the MOSFET are the amount of current 07
that can be switched, the voltage that can be switched and the cost. The
following membership function for the transistor was developed

C=

The power is given by P = VI.

a) Find the fuzzy Cartesian product P = V X I
b) Find the fuzzy Cartesian product T = I X C.

Q.3 (a) Define reflexivity, symmetry, and transitivity properties of fuzzy 03

relations.
(b) Explain core, support, boundary, crossover point and height w.r.t. 04
membership function.
(c) Explain in detail methods used for defuzzifying the fuzzy output 07
functions.
OR
Q.3 (a) List 3 advantages of Sugeno Method. 03
(b) From the figure given below (about the age of people), write the 04
linguistic variables for the same.

(c) Explain various methods employed for the membership value 07

assignment.

Q.4 (a) Explain biological neuron with suitable diagram. 03

(b) 04

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 (c) Explain in detail implementation of fuzzy logic control in control of AC 07
induction motor.
OR
Q.4 (a) Compare PID control and fuzzy logic control. 03
(b) Using the inference method, find the membership values for the 04
triangular shapes ( I R O ) for the triangle having 75◦, 55◦, 50◦ angles.
(c) Explain in detail implementation of fuzzy logic control in control of 07
Power Plant.

Q.5 (a) Enlist various methods for decomposition of rules and explain any one. 03
(b) Explain the properties of Set of Rules. 04
(c) Explain the working of fuzzy logic control system with the help of block 07
diagram.
OR
Q.5 (a) What is artificial neural network? Draw the architecture of basic neural 03
network.
(b) Explain the concept of learning and state various modes of learning 04
(c) Explain in detail implementation of fuzzy logic for traffic control. 07

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Seat No.: ________ Enrolment No.___________

GUJARAT TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY

BE - SEMESTER–VII (NEW) EXAMINATION – WINTER 2023
Subject Code:3171715 Date:08-12-2023
Subject Name: Soft Computing Control
Time: 10:30 AM TO 01:00 PM Total Marks:70
Instructions:
1. Attempt all questions.
2. Make suitable assumptions wherever necessary.
3. Figures to the right indicate full marks.
4. Simple and non-programmable scientific calculators are allowed.

Q.1 (a) Describe the concept of a fuzzy set in your own words. 03
(b) Define the terms: - 1) Normal fuzzy set, 2) Subnormal fuzzy 04
set
(c) Explain Fuzzy Inference System (FIS) with block diagram. 07

Q.2 (a) Define uncertainty and vagueness. 03

(b) Compare PID control and fuzzy logic control. 04
(c) Enlist the properties of fuzzy relations. Explain any one with 07
example.
OR
(c) State and explain various methods of de-fuzzification. 07
Q.3 (a) Write about cardinality of fuzzy relations. 03
(b) Define the term: Convex fuzzy set, 2) Nonconvex fuzzy set 04
(c) Explain fuzzy Cartesian product and various compositions of 07
fuzzy relations.
OR
Q.3 (a) Enlist the advantages of Mamdani Method. 03
(b) Discuss the fuzzy set operations. 04
(c) Consider two fuzzy sets and . represents universe of 07
three discrete temperatures x = {x1, x2, x3} and represents
universe of two discrete flow y = {y1, y2}. Find the fuzzy
Cartesian product.

Q.4 (a) List and explain 3 general forms in which the canonical rules 03
can be formed.
(b) How membership value is assigned based on inductive 04
reasoning?
(c) For the given fuzzy set 07

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 Find the associativity and the distributivity property.
OR
Q.4 (a) What is the necessity to convert the fuzzy quantities into crisp 03
quantities?
(b) State the 4 properties of lamda cut sets. 04
(c) Explain in detail how fuzzy logic can be used in coal power 07
plant.
Q.5 (a) How is the excluded middle law different for the fuzzy set 03
and the classical set?
(b) Find the Union for fuzzy sets and . 04

(c) Describe the neuro-fuzzy architecture. 07

OR
Q.5 (a) Discuss in detail on the multi-person decision making. 03
(b) Find Complement For fuzzy sets and . 04

(c) Explain in detail optimization of Water treatment system 07

using fuzzy logic.

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 Enrolment No./Seat No_______________

GUJARAT TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY

BE- SEMESTER–VII (NEW) EXAMINATION – WINTER 2024
Subject Code:3171715 Date:30-11-2024
Subject Name: Soft Computing Control
Time:10:30 AM TO 01:00 PM Total Marks:70
Instructions:
1. Attempt all questions.
2. Make suitable assumptions wherever necessary.
3. Figures to the right indicate full marks.
4. Simple and non-programmable scientific calculators are allowed.

MARKS

Q.1 (a) Discuss about the properties of fuzzy sets. 03

(b) Explain Convex fuzzy set and Non - Convex fuzzy set. 04
(c) Discuss about Intuition, Inference, Rank ordering and Angular fuzzy sets. 07

Q.2 (a) How is the polling concept adopted in rank ordering method to define the membership 03
values?
(b) List and explain 4 methods of decomposition of rules. 04
(c) Explain fuzzy Cartesian product and various compositions of fuzzy relations. 07
OR
(c) Explain in detail methods used for defuzzifying the fuzzy output functions. 07
Q.3 (a) Explain various operations that can be performed on fuzzy sets. 03
(b) Compare Sugeno and Mamdani Method. 04
(c) Find max-average composition for and 07
Defined by the following relational matrices:

OR
Q.3 (a) Discuss about the Demorgan’s law for the fuzzy sets. 03
(b) List advantages of Mamdani Method. 04
(c) Consider fuzzy relations: 07

Find the relation using max-min and max-product composition.

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Q.4 (a) What is the necessity to convert the fuzzy quantities into crisp quantities? 03
(b) Consider two fuzzy sets find Complement, Union, Intersection, 04
Difference, and De Morgan’s law.

Explain Fuzzy Logic Application in an industrial indexing motion

(c) 07
OR
Q.4 (a) Explain core, support, and boundary. 03
(b) Let x be the universe of commercial aircraft of interest 04
Find the values of
the operation
performed on
these fuzzy sets
(union,
intersection and
complement).

(c) Explain Fuzzy Logic Application in for Drying Process Control 07

Q.5 (a) What are Characteristics of neural networks? 03
(b) How membership value is assigned based on inductive reasoning? 04
(c) Explain in detail fuzzy Antilock Brake System 07
OR
Q.5 (a) What is artificial neural network? 03
(b) Explain the concept of learning and state various modes of learning 04
(c) Explain in detail how fuzzy logic can be used in coal power plant. 07

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Enrolment No./Seat No_______________

GUJARAT TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY

BE - SEMESTER–VII EXAMINATION – SUMMER 2025
Subject Code:3171715 Date:16-05-2025
Subject Name:Soft Computing Control
Time:02:30 PM TO 05:00 PM Total Marks:70
Instructions:
1. Attempt all questions.
2. Make suitable assumptions wherever necessary.
3. Figures to the right indicate full marks.
4. Simple and non-programmable scientific calculators are allowed.

MARKS
Q.1 (a) Enlist the features of membership functions. 03
(b) Explain the following terms: 04
(i) Normal fuzzy set
(ii) Subnormal fuzzy set
(iii)Convex fuzzy set
(iv) Nonconvex fuzzy set
(c) Write in detail about the Sugeno method adopted in fuzzy 07
inference system.

Q.2 (a) Define reflexivity, symmetry, and transitivity properties of 03

fuzzy relations.
(b) Enlist the methods of decomposition of rules and describe in 04
brif.
(c) State and explain various methods of de-fuzzification. 07
OR
(c) Explain fuzzy Cartesian product and various compositions of 07
fuzzy relations.

Q.3 (a) Compare PID control and fuzzy logic control. 03

(b) How is the polling concept adopted in rank ordering method 04
to define the membership values?
(c) With FIS for controlling the speed of the motor input should 07
armature current and torque output should be speed using
mamdani method. (Assume the linguistic variable yourself).
OR
Q.3 (a) What are the various methods employed for the membership 03
value assignment?
(b) Discuss about the Demorgan’s law for the fuzzy sets. Say 04
whether it is similar to that of classical sets.
(c) What do you mean by supervise learning? Explain any one 07
supervise learning method in detail.

Q.4 (a) Enlist the advantages of Mamdani Method 03

(b) Give difference between the methods center of sums and 04
center of largest area with suitable examples.
(c) Explain in detail optimization of Water treatment system 07
using fuzzy logic.
OR

1
Q.4 (a) Describe the multi-person decision making. 03
(b) Write the properties of lamda cut sets. 04
(c) Describe the application of fuzzy logic for washing machine 07
control.

Q.5 (a) How is the excluded middle law different for the fuzzy set and 03
the classical set?
(b) What is artificial neural network? Draw the architecture of 04
basic neural network.
(c) Explain the fuzzy control for optimal operation of complex 07
chilling systems.
OR
Q.5 (a) What is the necessity to convert the fuzzy quantities into crisp 03
quantities?
(b) Define uncertainty and vagueness. Also, Compare precision 04
and impression.
(c) Describe fuzzy control in plastic molding machine. 07

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