6.5 - Temperature Sensors
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Practice Questions
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What principle do thermocouples operate on?
💡 Hint: Think about how they generate voltage with temperature differences.
What material is commonly used for RTDs?
💡 Hint: It's a precious metal known for stability.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What effect does a thermocouple utilize to measure temperature?
💡 Hint: Think about the principle of voltage generation from heat.
True or False: RTDs are less accurate than thermocouples.
💡 Hint: Consider the difference in functionality.
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Challenge Problems
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Design a monitoring system using thermocouples to ensure optimal conditions during a high-rise building's concrete curing process. What factors would you need to consider in your design?
💡 Hint: Think of the challenges faced due to varying environmental conditions.
Create a comparison chart for thermocouples and RTDs including at least five categories (cost, accuracy, range, materials, applications).
💡 Hint: Dimensions of performance will support your analysis.
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