6.5.2 - Resistance Temperature Detectors (RTD)
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What does RTD stand for?
💡 Hint: Remember the acronym.
Name one material commonly used in RTDs.
💡 Hint: Think about metals that change with temperature.
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What principle do RTDs operate on?
💡 Hint: Think about how resistance relates to temperature.
RTDs are primarily made of which material?
💡 Hint: It's known for its use in precision sensors.
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You are designing a new concrete structure and need to choose a temperature sensor. Discuss the advantages of using RTDs over thermocouples in this context.
💡 Hint: Consider accuracy and reliability in your response.
Evaluate how the choice of material (platinum vs. copper) in RTDs affects performance in extreme temperature environments.
💡 Hint: Focus on properties of the metals at different temperatures.
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