1.16.1 - Types of Sensors
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What do proximity sensors detect?
💡 Hint: Think about how robots avoid harm.
What type of sensors use sound waves to measure distance?
💡 Hint: Consider how sonar works.
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What does a proximity sensor do?
💡 Hint: Think of robots avoiding obstacles.
True or False: Infrared sensors can be used for distance measurement.
💡 Hint: What type of measurement are they primarily known for?
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Design a robot that needs to navigate through an area with various obstacles. Which sensors would you choose and why?
💡 Hint: Consider the robot's task and what it needs to do to interact safely.
Create a scenario where an accelerometer is critical for a specific application in robotics. Explain its function in that scenario.
💡 Hint: Think about how motion impacts the device's operation.
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