Practice - Sensor Type
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Practice Questions
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What does a strain gauge measure?
💡 Hint: Think about materials under stress.
Identify a common application of an accelerometer.
💡 Hint: What might vibrate in an earthquake?
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Interactive Quizzes
Quick quizzes to reinforce your learning
What type of sensor measures strain in materials?
💡 Hint: Focus on sensors related to material stress.
True or False: Non-contact sensors require physical contact with the object they measure.
💡 Hint: Think about remote sensing capabilities.
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Challenge Problems
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Construct a research plan that utilizes at least four different types of sensors to monitor a bridge's performance over a year. Describe their roles.
💡 Hint: Consider how each sensor contributes uniquely to the overall understanding of the bridge's condition.
Determine the potential issues arising from installing a temperature sensor in a corrosive environment, and propose a solution.
💡 Hint: Think about protecting sensitive instruments.
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