6.15.2 - Field Calibration
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Practice Questions
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What is field calibration?
💡 Hint: Think about why sensors need to be accurate in different environments.
What is a dummy installation used for?
💡 Hint: Consider how testing sensors can be done before actual deployment.
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What is the main purpose of field calibration?
💡 Hint: Think about why accurate measurements are critical in engineering.
True or False: Cross-verification involves using different sensor types to confirm measurement accuracy.
💡 Hint: What happens if one sensor fails?
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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.
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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