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Transducers - What are they?

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  • Which sensor is commonly used to detect light intensity?
    A photoresistor
  • What does a thermistor measure?
    Temperature
  • What is the function of a microphone as a transducer?
    Detecting sound waves and converting them into electrical signals
  • Give an example of a sensor used in smartphones.
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  • Give an example of an actuator used in home automation.
    A relay
  • What type of signal does a digital sensor output?
    A discrete signal (binary values like 1 or 0)
  • What does a pressure sensor measure?
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  • What is a common use of a motion sensor?
    Turning lights on or using the brakes of your car
  • Name a device that acts as an actuator.
    A motor
  • What is a transducer?
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  • Why are transducers important in automation systems?
    They enable communication between system and surroundings
  • Which actuator converts electrical energy into mechanical movement?
    An engine
  • What is the difference between a sensor and an actuator?
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  • Give an example of a temperature sensor.
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  • What does a proximity sensor detect?
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