5.2 - Types of Actuators
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Practice Questions
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What type of actuator provides continuous rotation?
💡 Hint: Think about wheels that need to turn continuously.
What actuator type moves in precise steps?
💡 Hint: Recall the devices for 3D printing.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What type of actuator is typically used for robotic arms?
💡 Hint: Think of articulation and control.
True or False: Stepper motors provide continuous rotation.
💡 Hint: Remember how they position rather than rotate.
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Challenge Problems
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Design a robotic arm using a combination of screw and servo motors to perform a delicate task. Explain your reasoning for the selection of each actuator.
💡 Hint: Consider the tasks' precision requirements.
Evaluate the advantages of using pneumatic actuators over electric ones in heavy machinery.
💡 Hint: Think about weight and speed.
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