Practice Optical Sensing (6.2.5) - Sensing and Actuation Mechanisms in MEMS
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Question 1 Easy

What is optical sensing?

💡 Hint: Think about how light can be used for detection.

Question 2 Easy

Name one advantage of optical sensing.

💡 Hint: Consider what resolution means in measurement contexts.

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Question 1

What is a key advantage of optical sensing?

Low cost
High resolution
Easy setup

💡 Hint: Consider what makes sensing effective in critical scenarios.

Question 2

True or False: Optical sensing requires direct contact with the object being measured.

True
False

💡 Hint: Think about how optical methods work.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Design a MEMS optical sensor for use in a healthcare application. What factors must be considered for the sensor design?

💡 Hint: Think about what makes healthcare applications unique.

Challenge 2 Hard

Evaluate the effectiveness of optical sensing compared to piezoelectric sensors in detecting vibrations. When might one be preferred over the other?

💡 Hint: Consider the context of application when making your evaluation.

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