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L1 - Automated Systems (Home Learning)

The document outlines the components and functions of automated systems, highlighting sensors, microprocessors, and actuators. It lists industries that utilize these systems, advantages and disadvantages of automation, and specific sensors used in autonomous cars. Key terms such as gaming, self-driving cars, and industry are emphasized throughout the content.

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L1 - Automated Systems (Home Learning)

The document outlines the components and functions of automated systems, highlighting sensors, microprocessors, and actuators. It lists industries that utilize these systems, advantages and disadvantages of automation, and specific sensors used in autonomous cars. Key terms such as gaming, self-driving cars, and industry are emphasized throughout the content.

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L1_Automated Systems [ Home learning]

04 May 2022
08:23

Read the instructions carefully

 Answer the questions below , resources for the investigation


are listed with each question or resources section
 Use all the key words listed below in your responses to the
questions

Key words

Sensors , Actuators, Microprocessor , Gaming, Autonomous cars


( self-driving), Industry

Text for reading and research

Q1.List three common components of the automated system and a


short description of their role in the automated systems

1 Sensors-Sensors detect properties from the environment and


send them to the microprocessor or computer.
2 Microprocessor-Microprocessors process the data sent by
sensors and take necessary action based on the programming.

3 Actuators- Actuators are devices that take signals from


microprocessor to control other machines parts like motors,
wheels etc.

Q2.Name 5 industries that use automated systems


1.Food industry
2.Petrochemicals industry
3.Agriculture industry
4.automobile industry
5.Medical industry

Q3.Name 4 types of sensor


Sound sensor
Temperature sensor
Car tire pressure sensor
Light sensor

Q4.List 3 advantages of using automated systems. Answer in full


sentences with the reasoning
It is accurate
Less people need to be employed
Can work in dangerous situations

Q5.List 2 disadvantages of using automated systems


Initial set up is expensive.
Prone to cyber attacks.

Q6.Name the Sensor used in Autonomous cars and their use


Sensors Use in Autonomous cars
1 video It will find the speed limits, traffic signs etc. to make
camera sure that the car doesn’t get in car accidents.
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2 speed It will make sure that the speed of the car is under
sensors speed limit.
3 LiDar Used to scan environment with lasers.

Q7. Explain the role of microprocessor in the automated systems


Microprocessors process the data sent by sensors and take
necessary action based on the specific programs.

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