Fundamentals of IoT & Sensors (23EC1101)

Department of BES-II
In Sem-I, Question Bank
I. Short Answer Questions
Draw IoT system architecture and how its components enable data exchange
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and processing.
Illustrate the concept of Arduino GPIO programming and how it can be used
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to control external devices like LEDs and sensors.
Outline the benefits of using specialized development kits for IoT and provide
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an example of a kit designed for a specific application.
4 CO-1 Illustrate the purpose of GPIO pins on an Arduino board?
Illustrate the primary essence of the Internet of Things (IoT), and how does it
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deviate from the way traditional devices connect to the internet?
Outline the role of Arduino board digital and analog pins in connecting and
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controlling external components.
7 CO-1 Outline any two key characteristics of the Internet of Things (IoT).
What role does a microcontroller (ATMEGA328P) play in embedded
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systems, and how does it differ from a microprocessor?
What is the Internet of Things (IoT), and how does it differ from traditional
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internet-connected devices?
Outline the function of a decoder (74LS138) and provide an example of its
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application.
11 CO-1 Summarize the role of Arduino in an IoT application.
12 CO-1 State two important characteristics of the Internet of Things (IoT).
Outline the primary distinctions between a microcontroller and a
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microprocessor.
Show the primary components required to get started with Arduino in IoT
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projects?
15 CO-1 Briefly explain the architecture of the Internet of Things.
16 CO-1 Differentiate between a multiplexer and a demultiplexer.
17 CO-1 Demonstrate the purpose of GPIO pins on an Arduino board?
18 CO-2 Discuss the limitations of the LM35.
19 CO-2 Describe the different types of thermistors.
20 CO-2 Outline the real time challenges of using sensors.
21 CO-2 Discuss the limitations of the LDR.
22 CO-2 Describe the different types of sensors.
23 CO-2 Illustrate the working principle of LM35.
24 CO-2 Discuss the limitations of the infrared sensor.
25 CO-2 Describe how to interface the LM35 with Arduino.
26 CO-2 Outline the benefits of using sensors.
27 CO-2 Discuss the limitations of the gas sensor.
28 CO-2 List the disadvantages of the PIR sensor.
29 CO-2 Discuss the limitations of the PIR sensor.
30 CO-2 Illustrate the working principle of LM35.
31 CO-2 Outline the benefits of using sensors.
32 CO-2 Discuss the limitations of the infrared sensor.
33 CO-2 Discuss the limitations of the ultrasonic sensor.
34 CO-2 List the advantages of the PIR sensor.
II. Long Answer Questions
Create a timeline that highlights the major milestones in the history of IoT, from
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milestone.
Illustrate the concept of "selection lines" in a multiplexer and how they control
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the input selection.
3 CO-1 Compare and contrast the advantages and disadvantages of IoT.
Describe the operation of a demultiplexer and how it routes a single input
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signal to multiple output lines.
Illustrate how IoT's evolution has led to everyday devices being integrated into
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interconnected networks.
Explain the pin configuration of the 74LS153 IC and describe the truth table of
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the 74LS153.
Illustrate the role of microcontrollers (ATMEGA328P) in IoT hardware and
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their importance.
8 CO-1 Create a timeline of key events in the history of IoT.
Describe how the evolution of IoT has led to the integration of everyday
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devices into interconnected networks
10 CO-1 Describe about the basic building blocks of IOT hardware
Organize the core concept of sensors and provide real-world examples to
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demonstrate their understanding.
12 CO-2 Outline the advantages and disadvantages of LDR sensors.
Compare and contrast active and passive sensors, provide detailed
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explanations and examples of each type.
14 CO-2 Outline the advantages and disadvantages of ultrasonic sensors.
Illustrate the importance of sensor characteristics and explain their impact on
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measurement accuracy and system reliability.
16 CO-2 Outline the advantages and disadvantages of gas sensors.
Analyze the attributes of different sensor types and determine their respective
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applications.
Discuss the significance of sensor characteristics such as accuracy, sensitivity,
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range, resolution, and linearity.
Classify sensors based on their transduction principles and provide examples
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for each classification.
Illustrate the fundamental concept of sensors in the context of electronic
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systems.
III. Long Answer Questions
Develop an understanding of how IoT devices enhance various industries,
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contributing to improved operations, safety, and decision-making.
Elaborate the pin configuration of the 74LS155 IC and describe the truth table
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of the 74LS155.
Elaborate the pin configuration of the 74LS153 IC and describe the truth table
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of the 74LS153.
Compare and contrast the evolution of IoT with other technological
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advancements in recent history.
Identify the key components of IoT hardware, and how do they contribute to
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the functionality of the device?
Model the 74LS138 decoder function to select one of eight output lines based
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on a 3-bit input code. Explain its internal logic.
7 CO-1 Organize the primary characteristics of Internet of Things (IoT).
Compare and contrast the evolution of IoT with other technological
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advancements in recent history.
Compare and contrast digital pins and analog pins in Arduino in terms of their
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functionality and use cases.
10 CO-1 Organize the main components of an Arduino board and their functions.
Make use of the pinMode() function in Arduino programming and describe its
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significance with different examples.
Model the SN74LS148 encoder convert multiple input lines into a binary code.
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Provide a brief overview of its internal operation.
Develop insights into how IoT devices enhance various industries, contributing
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to improved operations, safety, and decision-making.
Elaborate the potential advantages and limitations of using the SN74LS148
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encoder in a IOT design.
Identify the important parts of IoT hardware and explain how they make the
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device work better.
Elaborate the functionalities of IoT software platforms, and what are some
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popular IoT software platforms available in the market today?
Elaborate the concept of Negative Temperature Coefficient (NTC) and Positive
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Temperature Coefficient (PTC) thermistors
Describe the basic structure of an LDR and how its resistance changes in
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response to variations in light intensity.
Discover the steps involved in connecting and configuring a PIR sensor to
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detect human presence and motion.
Analyze and provide insights into the roles of five distinct sensors utilized in a
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car.
Discuss a real-world application where an LDR is used to control a device based
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on ambient light levels.
22 CO-2 Describe the fundamental operating principle of an IR sensor.
23 CO-2 Evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of ultrasonic sesnor.
24 CO-2 Evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of thermistor.
25 CO-2 Elaborate the applications of IR sensors in everyday life and various industries.
26 CO-2 Discuss the applications of a ultrasonic sensor.
Explore the process of connecting and setting up a PIR sensor to detect human
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presence and motion.
28 CO-2 Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of a Light Dependent Resistor.
Describe the operational mechanism of an ultrasonic sensor, and how does it
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primarily find utility in measuring distances and detecting objects?
IV. Programs

1 CO-1 Compose an Arduino program to Blink an LED with delay of 2 seconds

Formulate an Arduino code to smoothly vary the brightness of an LED using the
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Analog Write technique.
Build a Arduino program to read the state of three push buttons connected to
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Pins 2, 3, and 4, and light up corresponding LEDs connected to Pins 8, 9, and 10.
Create an Arduino code to manage the intensity of an LED's illumination using
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PWM (Pulse Width Modulation) on a designated digital pin.
Compose an Arduino program to Blink 2 LED’s alternatively with a delay of one
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second.
Compose an Arduino program to create a blinking effect for an LED using the
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Analog Write method.
Develop a Arduino program to control the brightness of an LED using PWM
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(Pulse Width Modulation) on a specific digital pin.
Develop a Arduino program to read the state of three push buttons connected to
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Pins 2, 3, and 4, and light up corresponding LEDs connected to Pins 8, 9, and 10.
9 CO-1 Develop a Arduino program to fading a LED (Analog Write).
Formulate an Arduino code to Turn ON an LED when a button is pressed, OFF
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when button is released.
11 CO-1 Develop a Arduino program to blink a LED (Analog Write).
12 CO-1 Develop a Arduino program to read digital data serially.
Develop an Arduino code that reads data from a temperature sensor (LM35) and
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sends the temperature value to the serial monitor.
Create an Arduino program that reads data from a gas sensor and sounds a buzzer
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if the gas concentration exceeds a certain threshold.
Create an Arduino sketch that reads data from an LDR and turns on an LED if the
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light intensity falls below a certain threshold.
Compose an Arduino program to measure the resistance of a thermistor
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connected in a voltage divider circuit and display the value on the serial monitor.
Create an Arduino sketch that continuously measures distances using an
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ultrasonic sensor and logs the data to the serial monitor.
Develop an Arduino code that interfaces with a gas sensor to measure the
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concentration of a specific gas and displays it on the serial monitor.
Implement an Arduino program that triggers a buzzer when an object comes
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within a certain range of an ultrasonic sensor.
Develop an Arduino program to read temperature values from a thermistor and
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log them to the serial monitor with timestamps.
Asses the steps involved in interfacing a gas sensor with a arduinor to monitor
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and alert for specific gas concentrations.
Implement an Arduino program that sounds a buzzer if the temperature measured
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by a thermistor exceeds a predefined limit.
Develop an Arduino sketch that interfaces with an ultrasonic sensor to measure
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distances and displays the results on the serial monitor.
Develop an Arduino sketch that interfaces with an ultrasonic sensor to measure
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distances and displays the results on the serial monitor.
Develop an Arduino program that uses a gas sensor to measure indoor air quality
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and displays the results on the serial monitor.
Implement an Arduino program that uses a PIR motion sensor to detect
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movement and turns on an LED when motion is detected.
Formulate an Arduino code that reads gas sensor data and logs it to the serial
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monitor with timestamps.