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Mechatronic system
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Definition
A system that combines mechanical engineering, electronics and software control, such as a robot arm, automatic door, drone, 3D printer or cruise control.
Example: A robotic arm in a car factory is a mechatronic system.
Found in: syllabus, course specifications.
Where you'll use it in the test
Syllabus area: Y11 Mechatronics.
Question types it can appear in
- Multiple choice: Pick the option that matches the definition or example.
- Short answer: Outline an application of mechatronics
- Extended response: Use it as a supporting point linked to the stimulus.
How to use it
A model sentence
“A system that combines mechanical engineering, electronics and software control, such as a robot arm, automatic door, drone, 3D printer or cruise control.” Then apply it: A robotic arm in a car factory is a mechatronic system.
In a short answer, give the definition in your own words first, then tie it to the situation in the question. Do not copy the example above unless it fits the scenario.
Command words used with it
No linked question shows the command word for this term. Across the past short answer and extended response questions in this bank the words used most are: Explain, Outline, Describe, Compare, Classify, Analyse. Check the actual word in your question.
Go deeper
- Flashcard: Mechatronic system in Programming Mechatronics (Year 11) · study that set
- Memorise: Mechatronics: hardware, sensors, actuators, control
- Notes: Mechatronics: hardware, sensors, actuators, control (Year 11 content (Programming fundamentals, OOP, Mechatronics))
- Full term page: every question, note and marking comment for Mechatronic system
Check yourself
Explain “Mechatronic system” in one sentence, give an example, and name a question type that could test it.
Reveal the answer
A system that combines mechanical engineering, electronics and software control, such as a robot arm, automatic door, drone, 3D printer or cruise control.
Example: A robotic arm in a car factory is a mechatronic system.
Could be tested as: Multiple choice, Short answer, Extended response.
Quick multiple choice
In a mechatronic system, which component converts a signal into physical movement?
- Sensor
- Resistor symbol
- Actuator
- Comparator
Show the answer
C
Sensors input data from the environment, the controller processes it and actuators produce output (motion).
Source: original (written for this study pack; not a NESA question). Open it in the multiple-choice bank.