3.2.1 - Motors
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Practice Questions
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What is a DC motor?
💡 Hint: Think about common household devices.
Name one application of a stepper motor.
💡 Hint: Consider machines that require precision.
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What type of motor is best for precise positioning?
💡 Hint: Think about the characteristics of stepper motors.
True or False: DC motors are more complex to control than servo motors.
💡 Hint: Reflect on DC motor characteristics.
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Design a mini project utilizing both a DC motor and a stepper motor. Describe how these components will work together to achieve a goal.
💡 Hint: Think of applications where multiple types of motion are beneficial.
You want to build a robotic arm that can both pick objects up and move them around a table. Describe which motors you would choose and why.
💡 Hint: Consider the tasks each motor will perform in the arm's operation.
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