Practice Based On Energy Source (7.2.1) - Actuators and Their Role in Automation

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Question 1.
What type of actuator relies on electrical energy?
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Think about devices that run on electricity.
Question 2.
Name a type of actuator that uses pressurized fluid.
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Consider heavy machinery.
3Question 3.
What energy source do hydraulic actuators use?
- Electrical
- Fluid Pressure
- Compressed Air
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Think about heavy machinery that lifts.
4Question 4.
True or False: Pneumatic actuators often require more maintenance than hydraulic actuators.
- True
- False
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Consider the complexity of systems.
Question 5.
Design an automation system for a factory using both hydraulic and pneumatic actuators. Explain the advantages of each in your design.
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Consider the weight and speed of tasks.
Question 6.
Discuss how a malfunctioning solenoid in an electrical actuator could affect a robotic arm's operation.
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Think about control issues.

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