5 - Applications of Control Systems
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Practice Questions
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What is the purpose of PID control in robots?
💡 Hint: Think about how robots keep balance.
Name one application where controlling speed is crucial.
💡 Hint: What devices do you think might need speed adjustments?
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Interactive Quizzes
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What does PID stand for in control systems?
💡 Hint: Remember the components of PID?
True or False: Closed-loop control systems can adjust output based on feedback.
💡 Hint: Think about how these systems work compared to open-loop systems.
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Challenge Problems
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Design a feedback system for a new type of balance board that uses sensors to help users maintain equilibrium. What elements would the PID controller include?
💡 Hint: Consider the roles of Proportional, Integral, and Derivative actions.
Critique a real-world example of a robotic arm in manufacturing. Identify potential improvements in its control system to enhance accuracy and responsiveness.
💡 Hint: Look at how feedback is currently used and where it might fail.
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