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What is the primary function of an interface device?
What is the primary function of an interface device?
- To allow connection between the process and the controller (correct)
- To convert analog signals to digital signals
- To amplify low-level control signals
- To produce a mechanical action in the process
What type of sensor measures a continuous analog variable and converts it into a continuous signal?
What type of sensor measures a continuous analog variable and converts it into a continuous signal?
- Interface device
- Actuator
- Discrete sensor
- Analog sensor (correct)
What is the primary purpose of an actuator?
What is the primary purpose of an actuator?
- To amplify low-level control signals
- To connect the process to the controller
- To convert electrical signals to mechanical actions (correct)
- To sense physical stimuli and convert them into electrical signals
What type of device is used to increase the power of a control signal to drive an actuator?
What type of device is used to increase the power of a control signal to drive an actuator?
What is the direction of signal flow through an interface device?
What is the direction of signal flow through an interface device?
What is the purpose of a sensor in a control system?
What is the purpose of a sensor in a control system?
What is the primary function of an analog-to-digital converter in a process control system?
What is the primary function of an analog-to-digital converter in a process control system?
What type of device is used to drive analog actuators or other analog devices in a process control system?
What type of device is used to drive analog actuators or other analog devices in a process control system?
What is the purpose of a contact input/output interface in a process control system?
What is the purpose of a contact input/output interface in a process control system?
What is a requirement for real-time computer control in a process control system?
What is a requirement for real-time computer control in a process control system?
What type of device is used to count the number of pulses in a process control system?
What type of device is used to count the number of pulses in a process control system?
What is the primary component of most process control systems?
What is the primary component of most process control systems?
What type of robotic arm is often used for simple handling and assembly tasks involving vertical motions?
What type of robotic arm is often used for simple handling and assembly tasks involving vertical motions?
What is typically attached to the end of a SCARA robotic arm?
What is typically attached to the end of a SCARA robotic arm?
What is the purpose of an end effector?
What is the purpose of an end effector?
What type of robotic arm configuration is represented by the letter 'd' in the diagram?
What type of robotic arm configuration is represented by the letter 'd' in the diagram?
What is an example of a tool used as an end effector?
What is an example of a tool used as an end effector?
In what scenario is a wrist not usually present at the end of a robotic arm?
In what scenario is a wrist not usually present at the end of a robotic arm?
