Control Systems and Microcontrollers Quiz

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What role does an actuator play in a control system?

It provides data for decision making.

It detects physical parameters.

It transforms energy into mechanical force. (correct)

It represents complex nonlinear systems.

Which system is described as being more flexible and easier to mass produce?

Mechanical system

Analog system

Digital system (correct)

Hybrid system

What is a primary characteristic of closed-loop systems?

They are always faster than open-loop systems.

They do not require feedback.

They continuously measure output to adjust input. (correct)

They operate without sensors.

Which of the following is a significant disadvantage of digital systems compared to analog systems?

Reliability for fail-safe applications. Signup and view all the answers

What is an essential feature of a microcontroller?

It contains a single processor core and memory blocks. Signup and view all the answers

Which component does Arduino primarily utilize for programming?

C/C++ Signup and view all the answers

What is a limitation of the Raspberry Pi regarding its inputs and outputs?

It has a limited number of inputs and outputs. Signup and view all the answers

Which communication protocol allows a master device to communicate with a slave device using four bus wires?

SPI Signup and view all the answers

What does the error (e) in a control system represent?

The difference between the set point and the process variable Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best describes the function of a PID controller?

It combines proportional, integral, and derivative actions to control output effectively. Signup and view all the answers

What is overshoot in the context of control systems?

The maximum amount by which the process variable exceeds the final steady-state value Signup and view all the answers

In what way does integral action in a controller improve system performance?

It eliminates steady-state errors caused by persistent disturbances. Signup and view all the answers

What does a high proportional gain (Kp) cause in a control system?

Oscillation in the system and potential instability Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of derivative action in a control system?

It removes overshoot and oscillations. Signup and view all the answers

Which damping condition results in the fastest return to equilibrium without overshoot?

Critically damped Signup and view all the answers

What must design requirements fulfill in the design process?

They must be testable and implemented. Signup and view all the answers

Which phase of the design process evaluates the pros and cons of a concept?

Conceptual design Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of the feasibility phase in the design process?

Assessing whether the project should proceed based on constraints. Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best describes integral action in control systems?

It helps in eliminating steady-state errors. Signup and view all the answers

In the design process, what does 'should' imply regarding requirements?

It is a non-mandatory goal to optimize. Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of verification in the design process?

It checks if the product meets specifications. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of an ADC?

Convert continuous analog signals to discrete digital values Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements accurately describes the differences between I2C and SPI?

I2C uses a single data line while SPI uses separate lines for input and output Signup and view all the answers

What does a PWM signal primarily affect in a DC motor?

The average power supplied to the motor Signup and view all the answers

How does the current relation differ in inductive and capacitive loads?

Inductive loads have current lagging while capacitive leads Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'Matrix converter' refer to?

A combination of rectifier and inverter Signup and view all the answers

Which statement about analog and digital signals is true?

Analog signals can be affected significantly by noise Signup and view all the answers

What does a limit switch do?

It defines an operating range for systems Signup and view all the answers

Which one of these statements is a characteristic of digital systems?

Digital systems are simpler to design than analog systems Signup and view all the answers

What is the duty cycle in PWM expressed as?

Time on / (Time on + Time off) Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum number that can be represented by 5 bits?

$31$ Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of validation in design?

To ensure the operational needs of the user are met. Signup and view all the answers

What type of costs include investments for machinery and software licensing?

Upfront (fixed) costs Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of conducting a weighted trade study?

To assign importance to design requirements and evaluate them systematically. Signup and view all the answers

Which extraction method involves drilling a well?

Oil and natural gas extraction Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in the processing of plastics?

Petroleum is heated Signup and view all the answers

What is technical obsolescence primarily a result of?

Rapid technological advancements rendering components irreplaceable. Signup and view all the answers

What is inverse kinematics used for?

To determine joint variables given end positions and dimensions of links. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a common hazard in mechatronics?

Overheating Signup and view all the answers

What is a fail safe in a mechatronic system intended for?

To stop the system when a failure occurs. Signup and view all the answers

Which type of obsolescence occurs when a product no longer meets the owner's needs?

Function/use obsolescence. Signup and view all the answers

How does increasing the number of bits in an ADC affect its performance?

It improves the resolution and accuracy. Signup and view all the answers

What is the Nyquist rule related to?

Sampling frequency requirements. Signup and view all the answers

Which factor primarily determines the resolution of an ADC?

The number of bits the ADC uses. Signup and view all the answers

What is the impact of high-speed ADCs on their precision?

They may sacrifice precision for speed. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of automation?

Increased need for human intervention. Signup and view all the answers

What does a parity checker do?

Counts the total number of ones to detect errors. Signup and view all the answers

In control systems, what does a closed loop control system help achieve?

Decreased steady state error. Signup and view all the answers

Which characteristic defines a stable system?

It returns to its original position after a disturbance. Signup and view all the answers

Which principle states that the response of a linear system to multiple inputs is the sum of the responses to each individual input?

Superposition principle. Signup and view all the answers

What component in PLC hardware provides a reliable but less flexible system?

Relays and electronic boards. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following correctly represents how to calculate the step size (Q) in an ADC?

Step size = Voltagemax - Voltagemin / Nstates. Signup and view all the answers

What happens if the input voltage exceeds the ADC's defined range?

Inaccurate conversion occurs. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Lecture 1

Sensors provide data for control systems to make decisions
Sensors detect physical parameters using electrical signals (voltage/current)
Control systems use mathematical models to represent physical systems
SISO (single-input/single-output) and MIMO (multiple-input/multiple-output) are control system types
Actuators adjust the environment (e.g., motors)
Open-loop systems' control action is independent of the desired output.
Open-loop systems have no feedback path.
Open-loop systems are easy to design and economical but are inaccurate.
Closed-loop systems' control action depends on the desired output.
Closed-loop systems have a feedback path.
Closed-loop systems are more difficult to design but are accurate.

Lecture 2

Digital systems are more flexible and easier to mass-produce.
Analog systems are generally less complex and reliable, but consume less energy in relation to digital designs
Microprocessors (CPUs) are single processor cores enabling instruction fetching, decoding, and execution of commands, for digital systems.
Microcontrollers combine necessary elements like input, output, and memory to process information

Lecture 3

AWG stands for American Wire Gauge
Analog signals (e.g., sine wave) need conversion to digital (e.g., ADC)
Digital devices utilize binary values (1 and 0)
Input devices include keyboards, mice, touchscreens
Output devices include screens, displays, speakers, and LED lights
LEDs use cathode (negative) and anode (positive)
LCDs display information using voltage (e.g., 16x2)
PWM (pulse-width modulation) affects average power (longer low - less power)
DC motors use electromagnetism; stepper motors are a type of DC motor
DC-DC converters (buck, boost), rectifiers, inverters, and matrix converters are important electronic circuits for conversion between different types of voltage

Lecture 4

Matrix converters combine rectifier and inverter
Analog signals have infinite increments, while digital has finite
Analog systems are susceptible to noise and signal degradation (especially over distances)
Digital systems have delays during signal conversion and processing.
Digital systems have limited resolution.

Lecture 5

Tesla invented alternating current (AC); Edison invented the lightbulb.
Resistive loads have constant current; inductive loads have lagging current (π/2); and capacitive loads have leading current (π/2).
Active power (kW) is the power used to perform work, while reactive power (kVAR) powers magnetic equipment (e.g., transformers, motors, relays).
Apparent power (kVA) combines active and reactive power using a vector summation
Analog to Digital conversion (ADC) changes analog signals to digital values

Lecture 6

ADC processes real-world analog signals (e.g., temperature, voltage, pressure) by sampling and quantizing
The more bits in an ADC, the higher the resolution (accuracy)
Sampling rate is the frequency of sampling the analog signal (samples per second)
Input range is the voltage range the ADC can measure (minimum and maximum voltages)
ADCs are sensitive to noise
Older ADCs have fewer bits than newer models
Newer ADCs process data at higher speeds (GHz) and are more efficient
Analog to Digital conversion (ADC) converts analog signals to binary data
ADC's provide step sizes between minimum and maximum voltage values that define the range

Lecture 7

Automation uses various control systems.
PLCs (programmable logic controllers) have been used since the 1960s.
PLCs monitor input devices, make decisions based on input data, and control output devices.
SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) systems monitor and control industrial processes, gathering data to indicate areas requiring adjustment.
Manufacturing automation focuses on creating higher value products from raw materials.
Automation aims to reduce costs, eliminate hazards, improve productivity, and increase quality of products.
PLCs use different programming languages (e.g., instruction list, structure text, function block diagrams, ladder diagrams, sequential function charts).

Lecture 8

Control systems can be classified as static (don't change with time) or dynamic (change with time)
A system model is a simplified representation to understand the behaviour of complex systems
Feedback control systems are less sensitive to disturbances and reject noise.
Closed-loop systems offer higher accuracy and stability
Linear systems can be analyzed based on principles like superposition and homogeneity.

Lecture 9

Sensors measure process variables and provide feedback on the control system.
Set point(SP) is the desired value for a process variable.
Error (e) is the difference between the set point and the measured process variable
PID controllers (proportional, integral, derivative) actions adjust the control output
Proportional (Kp) response based on present error
Integral (Ki) response based on past/historical errors
Derivative (Kd) response based on future/predicted errors
PID controllers effectively reduce overshoot and steady-state error, making them widely used.
Overdamped systems take longer to return to equilibrium and experience no oscillations in response to disturbances
Critically damped systems respond with the shortest time interval before returning to equilibrium without oscillating
Underdamped systems oscillate before returning to equilibrium
PID controller gain adjustments (Kp, Ki, Kd) affect the response characteristics of the process, but increasing them can lead to overshoot, oscillations, and instability

Lecture 10

Good design considers factors like value, efficiency, aesthetics, and iterative processes.
Research stage includes evaluating existing solutions and identifying requirements.
Design stage defines requirements ensuring functionality, internal constraints, and testability.
Feasibility determines if the project is achievable and within cost constraints.
Conceptual design involves concept study and assessment of likelihood of success, which helps in minimizing chances of errors.
Conceptual designs assist understanding the fundamental project architecture
Preliminary design specifies subsystems for more detailed design elements

Lecture 11

Extraction methods (e.g., mining) are for obtaining raw materials/resources
Manufacturing processes (e.g., beneficiation) include steps in converting raw materials to finished products.
Obsolescence factors (e.g., technological, aesthetic) are important to consider in the design process

Lecture 12

Revolute and prismatic joints are used in mechanical systems for rotation and linear motions respectively
Forward kinematic analysis determines end-positions from joint values
Inverse kinematic analysis determines joint values to achieve a desired end position.
Accident and equipment protection are factored into design for mechatronic systems
Compliance with safety standards and regulations is crucial
Safe environments minimize disruptions to operations

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