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Autonomous control
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Definition
A system that senses, decides and acts without human input, using sensor data and decision algorithms (self-driving car, robot vacuum).
Example: Obstacle sensed, so decide to turn, then act.
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: Outline an algorithm used for autonomous control
- Extended response: Use it as a supporting point linked to the stimulus.
How to use it
A model sentence
“A system that senses, decides and acts without human input, using sensor data and decision algorithms (self-driving car, robot vacuum).” Then apply it: Obstacle sensed, so decide to turn, then act.
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: Autonomous control 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 Autonomous control
Check yourself
Explain “Autonomous control” in one sentence, give an example, and name a question type that could test it.
Reveal the answer
A system that senses, decides and acts without human input, using sensor data and decision algorithms (self-driving car, robot vacuum).
Example: Obstacle sensed, so decide to turn, then act.
Could be tested as: Multiple choice, Short answer, Extended response.