17.3.2 - Wireless Sensor Networks (WSNs)
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Practice Questions
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What does WSN stand for?
💡 Hint: Think about the sensors and their connection.
Name one benefit of using WSNs in SHM.
💡 Hint: Consider how traditional monitoring methods operate.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the main advantage of using Wireless Sensor Networks in SHM?
💡 Hint: Think about how data is collected and transmitted.
True or False: WSNs can self-organize.
💡 Hint: Consider whether they need constant manual supervision.
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Challenge Problems
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Design a simple WSN for monitoring a small bridge. Outline the types of sensors you would use and the challenges they might face.
💡 Hint: Consider both the sensors and the data transmission methods.
Propose a procedure for improving the data integrity of a WSN used in a highly trafficked area.
💡 Hint: What kind of methods can help verify the sensor data?
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