6.1 - Classification of Sensors
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What is a displacement sensor used for?
💡 Hint: Think about how things change position.
Give one example of a passive sensor.
💡 Hint: Consider sensors that don't need power.
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What type of sensor measures structural vibrations?
💡 Hint: Think about what sensor captures movement.
True or False? Passive sensors require an external power source.
💡 Hint: Consider how they work.
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If you were designing a sensor network for a new bridge, what consideration would you prioritize in your choice of sensors based on their working principle?
💡 Hint: Think about the bridge's environment and the data needed.
Create a scenario where using an active sensor would be more beneficial than a passive sensor in a civil engineering application.
💡 Hint: Why might a sensor need to be powered during strong activities?
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