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Which type of actuator is most suitable for applications requiring significant force, like heavy machinery?
Which type of actuator is most suitable for applications requiring significant force, like heavy machinery?
- Hydraulic actuators (correct)
- Electric actuators
- Piezoelectric actuators
- Pneumatic actuators
Which type of actuator is known for its precise movements and positioning due to its ability to rotate in steps?
Which type of actuator is known for its precise movements and positioning due to its ability to rotate in steps?
- Pneumatic actuators
- Electric actuators (correct)
- Piezoelectric actuators
- Hydraulic actuators
Which type of actuator utilizes compressed air to generate movement and is often common in pick-and-place operations, especially in manufacturing?
Which type of actuator utilizes compressed air to generate movement and is often common in pick-and-place operations, especially in manufacturing?
- Pneumatic actuators (correct)
- Hydraulic actuators
- Piezoelectric actuators
- Electric actuators
Which type of actuator uses piezoelectric materials that change shape when an electric voltage is applied?
Which type of actuator uses piezoelectric materials that change shape when an electric voltage is applied?
Which type of actuator combines a motor with a sensor for position feedback and is used for controlled, precise movements?
Which type of actuator combines a motor with a sensor for position feedback and is used for controlled, precise movements?
What is the function of Shape Memory Alloys (SMAs)?
What is the function of Shape Memory Alloys (SMAs)?
What are some application requirements for selecting actuators in robotics?
What are some application requirements for selecting actuators in robotics?
Which power source is required for electric actuators?
Which power source is required for electric actuators?
What environmental conditions are hydraulic actuators better suited for?
What environmental conditions are hydraulic actuators better suited for?
What factor can influence the choice of actuators in robotics?
What factor can influence the choice of actuators in robotics?
