8.11.2 - Actuator Tuning
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Practice Questions
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What does PID stand for in actuatory control?
💡 Hint: Think of the terms used in control algorithms.
Why is torque matching important?
💡 Hint: Consider what happens if the actuator is overloaded.
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What does PID stand for?
💡 Hint: Each letter represents a specific control aspect.
True or False: Feedforward control is a reactive method of control.
💡 Hint: Consider the difference between anticipating and reacting.
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Challenge Problems
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Given a robotic arm with known torque requirements, propose a method to calculate the appropriate motor specifications needed, considering factors like load and duty cycle.
💡 Hint: Remember to include additional safety factors, especially when dealing with dynamic loads.
Analyze a scenario where a PID controller is too responsive, resulting in oscillation. Describe how you would adjust the parameters to rectify this.
💡 Hint: Consider why stability is fundamental in control systems.
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