Practice Field Calibration - 6.15.2 | 6. Types of Sensors Used in Civil Engineering Applications | Robotics and Automation - Vol 1
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6.15.2 - Field Calibration

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Question 1 Easy

What is field calibration?

💡 Hint: Think about why sensors need to be accurate in different environments.

Question 2 Easy

What is a dummy installation used for?

💡 Hint: Consider how testing sensors can be done before actual deployment.

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Question 1

What is the main purpose of field calibration?

To increase sensor size
To ensure sensor accuracy
To lower costs

💡 Hint: Think about why accurate measurements are critical in engineering.

Question 2

True or False: Cross-verification involves using different sensor types to confirm measurement accuracy.

True
False

💡 Hint: What happens if one sensor fails?

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Challenge 1 Hard

You are tasked with installing sensors to monitor a new dam. Devise a thorough calibration plan that addresses potential environmental challenges.

💡 Hint: Consider the types of environmental factors that might affect a dam's stability.

Challenge 2 Hard

Analyze a dataset from a set of sensors that failed to calibrate correctly. Describe how you would troubleshoot this issue based on field calibration principles.

💡 Hint: Focus on what went wrong with the readings and how can you correct it.

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