Practice DC Motor - 5.2.1 | Actuators and Motion | Robotics Basic
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DC Motor

5.2.1 - DC Motor

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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

What does DC in DC Motor stand for?

💡 Hint: Think about the type of electrical current.

Question 2 Easy

Name a common use of DC motors in robotics.

💡 Hint: Consider how robots move.

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Question 1

What type of current does a DC motor use?

Direct Current
Alternating Current
Static Current

💡 Hint: Consider the type of electrical flow.

Question 2

True or False: PWM can only control the direction of a motor.

True
False

💡 Hint: Remember what PWM stands for and its function.

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Challenge Problems

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Challenge 1 Hard

Design a project where a DC motor is used to control the positioning of a robotic arm. Describe the components used and how you would implement feedback.

💡 Hint: Break down the project and think about control methods and components needed.

Challenge 2 Hard

Discuss how you would troubleshoot a DC motor that is spinning too fast. What adjustments can you make?

💡 Hint: Consider what components directly influence speed.

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