Monitoring and Control
Unit Three
In a few words, describe what a sensor is?
Sensors: Measuring the World Around Us
Sensors are devices used to measure physical characteristics of the environment, such as temperature, light, and sound. Data captured by sensors is used to monitor, control, and automate tasks in our daily lives. Examples of sensors include temperature probes, pressure gauges, and barometers.
sensors
Sensor: A device that detects a physical property and records, indicates, or otherwise responds to it
Data Acquisition: The process of collecting data from sensors and other sources
Data Processing: The analysis of data to extract useful information
Did you know?
Sensors are used by astronauts in space to measure the temperature outside the spacecraft. Some sensors can measure the speed of sound in air. Sensors can measure the water levels in rivers and lakes to detect flooding.
What is a sensor and how does it work?
What are some different types of sensors and what are they used for?
What connections can you make between sensors and the world around us?
What ethical considerations should be taken into account when using sensors?
Brain break: Draw a monkey juggling bananas while wearing a top hat
Clues
In pairs: Select one task
Question: How can sensors help to make the world a better place?
Sensors can be used to measure temperature, humidity and other environmental factors. Sensors can be used to monitor air and water quality. Sensors can be used to collect data from natural disasters.
A: Design a device that uses sensors to monitor air or water quality. B: Create a system that uses sensors to monitor natural disasters.
Which type of sensor is commonly used to detect temperature changes?
- Photocell
- Thermistor
- Accelerometer
What is the purpose of a proximity sensor?
- To detect the presence or absence of an object
- To sense light intensity
- To measure temperature
Which sensor is used to convert physical motion into electrical signals?
- Barometer
- Accelerometer
- Humidity Sensor
What does a photoresistor measure?
- Pressure
- Distance
- Light Intensity
Which type of sensor can be used to detect gas leaks?
- Motion Sensor
- Gas Sensor
- Proximity Sensor
Work together in pairs: Name one type of sensor and describe its function.