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This set of Mechatronics Multiple Choice Questions & Answers (MCQs) focuses on Mechatronics Set 5

Q1 | Where and when was the word Mechatronics invented?
  • japan(1960)
  • japan(1980)
  • europe(1960)
  • europe(1980)
Q2 | What is the function of an input signal conditioning unit?
  • to produce control signals
  • to amplify the signal and convert it into digital form
  • to perform mechanical work
  • to produce electrical signals
Q3 | The main mechanical components of a servo motor are stator and rotor.
  • true
  • false
Q4 | Example of ‘Stand-alonesystem’ is            
  • machining centres
  • washing machine
  • robots for parts handling
  • automated inspection stations
Q5 | Which among the following carry out the overall control of a system?
  • graphical display
  • sensors
  • actuators
  • digital controls
Q6 | A humanoid robot is an example of            
  • artificial intelligence
  • stand-alone systems
  • large factory systems
  • high level distributed sensor microcontroller actuator
Q7 | Where is the feedback generated by sensors in a mechatronics system given?
  • input sensors
  • comparators
  • mechanical actuators
  • output sensors
Q8 | A Mechatronics system contains feedback.
  • true
  • false
Q9 | Which error is also termed as measurement error?
  • static errors
  • dynamic errors
  • systematic errors
  • statical error
Q10 | In retardation type measuring lag the instrument responds after an unspecified dead time lag.
  • true
  • false
Q11 | Active transducers do not require power source for operation.
  • true
  • false
Q12 | Which among the following transducer is an example of active transducer?
  • ldr (light dependant sensor)
  • strain gauge
  • hall effect sensor
  • photovoltaic cell
Q13 | Which among the following transducer is an example of passive transducer?
  • chemical transducer
  • thermoelectric transducer
  • strain gauge
  • piezoelectric transducer
Q14 | Fidelity is a static characteristic.
  • true
  • false
Q15 | Measuring lag is a dynamic characteristic.
  • true
  • false
Q16 | In time delay type measuring lag the instrument responds immediately as soon as the input is altered.
  • true
  • false
Q17 | Which instrument can be used to measure time without any errors?
  • analog clock
  • digital clock
  • atomic clock
  • doomsday clock
Q18 | Which method can reduce dynamic error?
  • by increasing accuracy
  • by increasing precession
  • by reducing sensitivity
  • by reducing time lag
Q19 | Which among the following is not a dynamic characteristic?
  • precession
  • measuring lag
  • dynamic error
  • fidelity
Q20 | Which among the following is not a dynamic characteristic?
  • response speed
  • accuracy
  • retardation type measuring lag
  • time delay lag
Q21 | Which method can reduce dynamic error?
  • by increasing stability
  • by increasing tolerance
  • by increasing resolution
  • by increasing speed of response
Q22 | Which among the following transducer is an example of passive transducer?
  • photovoltaic cell
  • thermocouple
  • piezoelectric transducer
  • thermistor
Q23 | Which among the following transducer is an example of active transducer?
  • ldr (light dependant sensor)
  • thermocouple
  • lvdt (linear variable differential transformer)
  • thermistor
Q24 | Standardization of potentiometer is used for                                  
  • accuracy
  • accuracy in measurement
  • use of low voltage sources
  • none of the mentioned
Q25 | Which of the following device is used for calibration of a potentiometer?
  • electrochemical cell
  • galvanometer
  • variable dc source
  • all of the mentioned