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What is the definition of a sensor?
What is the definition of a sensor?
- A device that converts a signal from one physical form to a corresponding signal
- A device that produces an output signal for the purpose of sensing of a physical variable (correct)
- A device that controls situations influenced by a changing environment
- A device that monitors situations influenced by a changing environment
What are some general sensor classifications?
What are some general sensor classifications?
- Analog sensors, Digital sensors, Passive sensors, Active sensors
- Power supply, Signal Characteristics, Mode of operation, Subject of measurement
- Mechanical sensors, Chemical sensors, Thermal sensors (correct)
- Analog sensors, Digital sensors, Null-Type sensors, Deflection-type sensors
What is the definition of a transducer?
What is the definition of a transducer?
- A device that controls situations influenced by a changing environment
- A device that monitors situations influenced by a changing environment
- A device that produces an output signal for the purpose of sensing of a physical variable
- A device that converts a signal from one physical form to a corresponding signal (correct)
What do analog sensors refer to?
What do analog sensors refer to?
What does digital sensors refer to?
What does digital sensors refer to?
Analog sensors can be best described as sensors that:
Analog sensors can be best described as sensors that:
What is the primary function of a transducer?
What is the primary function of a transducer?
What distinguishes digital sensors from analog sensors?
What distinguishes digital sensors from analog sensors?
Which of the following best describes the mode of operation of null-type sensors?
Which of the following best describes the mode of operation of null-type sensors?