8. Integration of Sensors and Actuators in Robotic Systems

Try these first

1. 1.

   What role do sensors play in robotic systems?

   Hint

   Think about how humans use their senses.

2. 2.

   Name one type of actuator.

   Hint

   Consider what moves or exerts force in a robot.

3. 3.

   What type of control system uses feedback to adjust outputs?

   • Open Loop
   • Closed Loop
   • Neither

   Hint

   Think about examples like drones that adjust based on sensor input.

4. 4.

   True or False: Actuators are solely responsible for sensing the environment.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider what each component does in a robot.

5. 5.

   Consider a robotic system that uses both temperature and humidity sensors for an agriculture application. How would you design a control loop to optimize plant growth?

   Hint

   Think about how temperature influences plant hydration.

6. 6.

   You are tasked with integrating a new vision sensor into an existing robotic arm that uses torque sensors. What integration challenges might you face, and how would you address them?

   Hint

   Consider the data rates and communication protocols used.