10 Questions
What is the commonly accepted name for networks that consist of individual nodes interacting with their environment through wireless communication?
Wireless sensor networks
In WSN applications where nodes cannot be easily connected to a wired power supply, which metric becomes a very important figure of merit?
Energy efficiency
What do wireless sensor networks primarily use to enable collaboration among individual nodes?
Wireless communication
Which term is often used to refer to networks consisting of sensors and actuators but primarily focuses on the sensors?
Wireless sensor networks
In WSN applications where power supply is not an issue, which metric can become more important than energy efficiency?
Accuracy of the delivered results
What is the main characteristic of a wireless sensor network (WSN)?
Ad hoc wireless configuration
What is a significant challenge in WSN applications where nodes cannot be connected to a wired power supply?
High energy efficiency
What is the term commonly used to refer to networks that include both sensors and actuators?
Data-centric network
In WSN applications where power supply is not an issue, what becomes more important?
Accuracy of delivered results
What does the term 'WSN' stand for in the context of networking?
Wireless Sensor Network
Test your knowledge on the introduction to wireless sensor networks. Explore the basics of wireless communication, ad hoc configurations, sensor nodes, and their interaction with the environment.
Make Your Own Quizzes and Flashcards
Convert your notes into interactive study material.
Get started for free
