6.16.3 - Sensor Clustering and Redundancy
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Practice Questions
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What is sensor clustering?
💡 Hint: Think about how we might use multiple cameras to take pictures of a scene.
Why is redundancy important?
💡 Hint: What happens if only one person is taking notes during a lecture?
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What is the primary purpose of sensor clustering?
💡 Hint: Think about why a photographer uses multiple angles.
True or False: Redundancy in a sensor system means having extra sensors available to take over if one fails.
💡 Hint: Think about backup plans!
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Design a sensor network for a high-rise building that ensures both clustering and redundancy are applied effectively. Specify the sensor types and their placement.
💡 Hint: Think about stress points in tall structures.
Assess a case where sensor clustering was pivotal in preventing a structural failure in a bridge. Discuss what could have happened without it.
💡 Hint: Consider historical bridge failures for examples.
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