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Chapter 12
Sensors
ABSTRACT
Sensors are used in mechatronic systems to be able to measure the system and use these
data in the control system as a feedback. There are sensors for almost every different phys-
ical (chemical and biological too) parameter such as rotation, velocity, or temperature.
Even it is possible to measure some of the things that a human body cannot measure
(but can understand the change), such as humidity or acceleration.
When the designer is selecting a sensor, working conditions, power source, accuracy,
repeatability, and response time should be taken into account. The datasheet of a sensor is
an excellent source of information and if the datasheet of the sensor is not providing the
necessary information, that sensor should not be used.
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