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 Automated systems use sensors, a microprocessor and actuators

o Sensors detect changes in the environment and convert them into electrical
signals that can be processed by a microprocessor
o Microprocessors analyse the signals from the sensors and make decisions based
on pre-programmed logic
o Actuators receive signals from the microprocessor and perform actions such as
opening a valve or turning on a motor
 By combining sensors, microprocessors, and actuators, automated systems can be created
that respond to changes in the environment without human intervention
Here are some scenarios where automated systems are used

Scenario Advantages Disadvantages

 Reduced labour costs  High initial investment


 Improved efficiency and  Limited flexibility to changes in production
Industry
accuracy processes
 Increased production rate  Maintenance costs can be high

 Improved safety and  High initial investment


reliability
 May not be suitable for all types of
Transport
 Reduced labour costs transportation
 Improved fuel efficiency  Maintenance costs can be high

 Increased efficiency in
planting and harvesting  High initial investment
crops
Agricultur  May not be suitable for all types of crops
e  Improved crop yield and or terrain
quality
 Maintenance costs can be high
 Reduced labour costs

 Improved accuracy in
 May be affected by external factors like
weather prediction
interference or equipment failure
 Ability to issue warnings
Weather  May not be 100% accurate all the time
in a timely manner
 May require continuous monitoring and
 Ability to collect large
calibration
amounts of data quickly
 Improved speed and  May not be suitable for all types of games
efficiency in game or game development
development
 May require significant programming
Gaming
 Ability to create complex expertise
and interactive games
 May be affected by technical glitches or
 Reduced labour costs bugs

 Improved energy
efficiency  High initial investment
 Ability to program  May not be suitable for all types of
Lighting
lighting to suit different lighting needs
needs
 Maintenance costs can be high
 Reduced labour costs

 Improved speed and


accuracy in data  High initial investment
collection and analysis
 May not be suitable for all types of
Science
 Ability to carry out experiments
complex experiments
 May require significant technical expertise
 Reduced labour costs

Worked Example
A theme park has a game where a player tries to run from the start to the finish without getting
wet. The system for the game uses sensors and a microprocessor to spray water at a player as
they run past each sensor. Describe how the sensors and the microprocessor are used in this
system

A motion sensor [1 mark] collects analogue data. This data is converted to digital using
ADC. [1 mark] The sensor sends data to the microprocessor [1 mark] where the data is
compared to stored data [1 mark] If the value is outside range water will be sprayed. [1
mark] A signal is sent to the actuator to spray water. [1 mark] If the value is within range no
action is taken. [1 mark] This runs in a continuous loop. [1 mark]
Exam Tip
The way marks are awarded on these questions is very similar. Make sure you relate your
answer specifically to the scenario in the question

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