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What is a transducer?
What is a transducer?
- A device that receives and responds to a signal from a physical system
- A device that converts energy from one form to another (correct)
- A device that measures displacement changes
- A device that controls a mechanism or system
What is the function of a sensor?
What is the function of a sensor?
- Receives and responds to a signal or stimulus from a physical system (correct)
- Converts energy from one form to another
- Measures displacement changes
- Controls a mechanism or system
What is the role of an actuator?
What is the role of an actuator?
- Measures displacement changes
- Receives and responds to a signal or stimulus from a physical system
- Responsible for moving or controlling a mechanism or system (correct)
- Converts physical quantities into electrical outputs
What is the main difference between mechanical and electrical transducers?
What is the main difference between mechanical and electrical transducers?
What is the process of converting one form of energy to another known as?
What is the process of converting one form of energy to another known as?