5.4.1 - Controller + Driver Circuit
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Practice Questions
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What does PWM stand for?
💡 Hint: Think about how we can vary power to control speed.
What is the purpose of a driver circuit?
💡 Hint: Consider the role between the microcontroller and the actuator.
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What does PWM stand for?
💡 Hint: Focus on how we modify power to control speeds.
True or False: A microcontroller can directly control a high-power actuator.
💡 Hint: Consider the roles and capabilities of the components.
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Design a closed-loop control system that uses a microcontroller, driver circuit, and an encoder for a robotic arm. Explain how the feedback system would work.
💡 Hint: Consider how each component interacts with the rest in processing and responding.
If a PWM signal frequency needs to be adjusted for a new motor, how would you determine the right frequency? Discuss the factors involved.
💡 Hint: Think through the relationship between frequency, motor speed, and control efficiency.
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