Practice Magnetic Actuation (6.3.4) - Sensing and Actuation Mechanisms in MEMS
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Magnetic Actuation

Practice - Magnetic Actuation

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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

What force is generated by the interaction of current and magnetic fields in MEMS?

💡 Hint: It relates to charged particles in magnetic fields.

Question 2 Easy

List one application of magnetic actuation.

💡 Hint: Think of where tiny switches might be used.

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Question 1

What principle does magnetic actuation rely on?

Electromagnetic induction
Lorentz Force
Thermal expansion

💡 Hint: Consider the force's role in electricity and magnetism.

Question 2

True or False: Magnetic actuators only work with strong magnetic fields.

True
False

💡 Hint: Think about varying strengths in magnetic applications.

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Challenge Problems

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Challenge 1 Hard

Given that magnetic actuators can produce larger forces, what implication does this have for choosing actuators in MEMS design?

💡 Hint: Consider the trade-offs between force capability and design challenge.

Challenge 2 Hard

Analyze a scenario where magnetic actuation could improve system performance in a MEMS device compared to another actuation mechanism.

💡 Hint: Think about speed and force requirements.

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