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Subsystem (combination of sensors, actuators and effectors)
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Definition
A group of sensors, actuators and end effectors that work together as one working part of the system (for example the gripper subsystem).
Example: The vision sensor and gripper form the pick-up subsystem.
Found in: syllabus.
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: Define, outline or explain it and tie it to the scenario.
How to use it
A model sentence
“A group of sensors, actuators and end effectors that work together as one working part of the system (for example the gripper subsystem).” Then apply it: The vision sensor and gripper form the pick-up subsystem.
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 questions in this bank the words used most are: Explain, Outline, Describe, Compare, Classify, Analyse. Check the actual word in your question.
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- Flashcard: Subsystem (combination of sensors, actuators and effectors) in Programming Mechatronics (Year 11) · study that set
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Explain “Subsystem (combination of sensors, actuators and effectors)” in one sentence, give an example, and name a question type that could test it.
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A group of sensors, actuators and end effectors that work together as one working part of the system (for example the gripper subsystem).
Example: The vision sensor and gripper form the pick-up subsystem.
Could be tested as: Multiple choice, Short answer.