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What is the primary function of a comparator in a control system?

To generate an action signal to the actuator
To convert the signal from the sensor to a digital format
To compare the desired value with the actual measured value (correct)
To amplify the signal from the sensor

What type of sensor is used to measure temperature?

Accelerometer
Piston
Thermocouple (correct)
Microprocessor

What is the role of the signal conditioning element in a feedback system?

To amplify the signal from the sensor
To convert the signal from the sensor to a digital format
To convert the output of the sensing element into a form suitable for further processing (correct)
To generate an error signal

What is the term for the process to be controlled in a control system?

Plant (A) Signup and view all the answers

What type of sensor is used to measure force?

Accelerometer (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the actuator in a control system?

To convert the signal from the controller into an action (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the measurement system that reads the value of the actual output and converts it to a form that can be compared with the reference input?

Feedback element (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the controller in a control system?

To use the error signal to determine what action to be taken (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the desired value of the system in a control system?

Set point (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the operational amplifier in a control system?

To amplify the signal from the sensor (A) Signup and view all the answers