Sensors Flashcards
1
Q
what type of sensor generates a voltage as a response to a physical change?
A
Voltage generating sensor
eg Knock Sensor
2
Q
what is the purpose of sensors in vehicles?
A
to improve engine performance and safety
3
Q
sensors_______ a physical change or phenomenon and converts it to an __________ signal
A
detect, electronic
4
Q
what are 3 voltage generating sensors?
A
pzioelectric sensor
hall effect sensor
photovoltaic sensor
5
Q
what are 3 functions of sensors?
A
detection
transduction
output
6
Q
what sensor changes its resistance due to different environmental changes such as temperature?
A
resistive sensor
7
Q
what are 3 resistive sensors?
A
thermistor, strain gauges, potentiometers
