7 - Application Demo: Building a Ranging Sensor Kernel Module
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What is the primary function of an ultrasonic sensor?
💡 Hint: Think about how sound waves travel.
What does GPIO stand for?
💡 Hint: Remember, it's used for interfacing hardware.
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What is the first step in creating a kernel module?
💡 Hint: Consider the setup process of the sensor.
True or False: The echo pin is responsible for sending the initial trigger signal.
💡 Hint: Think about the role each pin plays.
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Propose an enhancement to the kernel module that provides additional sensor data such as the average distance over multiple readings. Describe the approach.
💡 Hint: Consider how you can store multiple results.
How would you debug a situation where the echo pin does not consistently receive an echo signal? Outline your troubleshooting steps.
💡 Hint: Think about the physical connections and settings you can verify.
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