21.8.2 - Cost and Maintenance
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What does the term 'initial investment' mean?
💡 Hint: Think about the first payment made when acquiring something.
Why is calibration important in automated systems?
💡 Hint: Consider what happens if we don’t adjust our tools.
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What is a major factor in the high initial cost of automated soil sampling?
💡 Hint: Think about what sophisticated tools require.
True or False: Regular maintenance is not essential for automated soil sampling equipment.
💡 Hint: Consider if anything needs attention over time.
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Calculate the estimated total cost of a robotic system for soil sampling, including maintenance for 5 years if the initial investment is $50,000 and maintenance is approximately 10% of the initial cost annually.
💡 Hint: Think about how annual costs accumulate over a period.
If a sensor's calibration interval changes from once a year to twice a year, how does that impact maintenance costs over 5 years, assuming each calibration costs $200?
💡 Hint: Consider how frequency of tasks affects overall expenditure.
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