8.8.4 - Tunneling and Underground Mapping Robots
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Practice Questions
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What do ultrasonic sensors do?
💡 Hint: Think about how bats navigate.
Why are track-based motors preferred in tunneling?
💡 Hint: Consider the difference between wheels and tracks.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the primary function of ultrasonic sensors in tunneling robots?
💡 Hint: Think about their use in everyday devices like parking sensors.
True or False: Track-based DC motors provide better stability than wheels in uneven terrain.
💡 Hint: Consider the mobility of tanks versus cars.
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Challenge Problems
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Analyze the limitations of using only ultrasonic sensors for underground mapping. What alternative sensor technologies could be integrated to improve performance?
💡 Hint: Think about how multiple perspectives can enhance understanding.
Design a hypothetical tunneling robot using all three discussed sensor types. Outline its capabilities and suggest potential improvements.
💡 Hint: Think about how each component interacts to cover weaknesses.
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