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What is the main principle behind the operation of an inductive proximity sensor?
What is the main principle behind the operation of an inductive proximity sensor?
- It generates an alternating magnetic field that is modified by the presence of a metallic object. (correct)
- It generates an alternating electric field that is modified by the presence of an object.
- It uses capacitance changes to detect the presence of any type of object.
- It uses a light source and semiconductor switch to detect the presence of an object.
What is the typical operating range of a capacitive proximity sensor?
What is the typical operating range of a capacitive proximity sensor?
- 1 - 10 mm (correct)
- 10 - 50 mm
- 50 - 100 mm
- Up to 5 mm
Which type of photoelectric sensor uses a light source and a reflective surface to detect the presence of an object?
Which type of photoelectric sensor uses a light source and a reflective surface to detect the presence of an object?
- Through-Beam
- Diffuse-Reflective
- Mirror Reflective
- Retro-Reflective (correct)
What is the main difference between inductive and capacitive proximity sensors?
What is the main difference between inductive and capacitive proximity sensors?
What is the primary purpose of a proximity sensor?
What is the primary purpose of a proximity sensor?
Which type of photoelectric sensor uses a light source and a semiconductor switch to detect the presence of an object?
Which type of photoelectric sensor uses a light source and a semiconductor switch to detect the presence of an object?
What is the primary advantage of a retro-reflective photoelectric sensor?
What is the primary advantage of a retro-reflective photoelectric sensor?
How does a diffuse reflection photoelectric sensor operate?
How does a diffuse reflection photoelectric sensor operate?
What is the Hall effect?
What is the Hall effect?
Which type of photoelectric sensor is suitable for long-range sensing applications up to 10 meters?
Which type of photoelectric sensor is suitable for long-range sensing applications up to 10 meters?
In a mirror reflective photoelectric sensor, how is an object detected?
In a mirror reflective photoelectric sensor, how is an object detected?
What is the basis of Hall effect sensors?
What is the basis of Hall effect sensors?
