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Question 1

Complete

Mark 0.85 out of 1.00

In the following word match problem, match the term with the definition by selecting the correct answer.

The ratio of the change in the system transfer function to the change of
a process transfer function (or parameter) for a small incremental System sensitivity
change

The error when the time period is large and the transient response has
Steady state error
decayed leaving the continuous response

The input and output points or junctions in a signal flow graph Node

An electric actuator that uses an input voltage as a control variable DC motor

The process of conceiving or inventing the forms, parts and details of a

Design
system to achieve a specified purpose.

A gap between the complex physical system and the design model
Design gap
intrinsic to the progression from the initial concept to the final product.

The interval necessary for a system to change from one state to another
by a specified percentage (eg 63.2% due to a step input for a first order Time constant
system)

Statements that reflect situations and conditions that are taken for
granted and without proof and are used to simplify the physical Assumptions
dynamical models of systems.

A diagram that consists of nodes connected by several directed

Signal flow graph
branches

A system with a measurement of the output signal and a comparison

with the desired output to generate an error signal that is applied to the Closed loop system
actuator.

An unwanted input signal that affects the system output signal Disturbance signal

The frequency of natural oscillation that would occur for two complex
Natural frequency
poles if the damping were equal to zero.

The roots of the denominator polynomial of the transfer function Zeros

A condition or statement that must be satisfied to achieve a desired

Necessary condition
effect or result

An attribute of a system that describes a tendency of the system to

Instability
depart from the equilibrium condition when initially displaced

Descriptions of the behaviour of a system using mathematics Models

A feedback control system with more than one feedback control loop Multiloop feedback control system

The output signal is fed back so that it subtracts from the input signal Negative feed back
 A measure of the structure, intricateness, or behaviour of a system that
characterizes the relationships and interactions between various Specifications
components

A set of prescribed performance criteria Complexity

Question 2

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Mark 0.00 out of 1.00

What advantageous role do integrators in the open loop transfer function play in a closed loop system?

Select one:
a. Enable the system respond better to constantly changing errors
b. Reduce the sensitivity of the system to component changes
c. Increases the system type number
d. Increases the system relative stability
e. Introduces a pole at the origin

Question 3

Complete

Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

Dynamic systems are systems where

Select one:
a. The relationship is represented by an algebraic equation

b. The relationship does not change

c. The output is determined only by the current input (reacts instantaneously)

d. The relationship changes with time, depends on past inputs and initial conditions
Question 4

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Sara a 3rd year Mechanical Engineering student goes for a half day field visit in Amuru district. While there
she falls sick and visits a clinic for treatment. The doctor prescribes drugs and she departs for Kampala. What
system is the doctor using to treat her?

Select one:
Closed loop
Open loop

Question 5

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Static systems are systems where

Select one:
a. The relationship is represented by a differential equation

b. The relationship changes with time, depends on past input and initial conditions

c. The relationship does not change

d. The output takes time to react

Question 6

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Mark 0.00 out of 1.00

Dynamic systems are systems where

Select one:
a. The output is determined only by the current input (reacts instantaneously)

b. The relationship does not change

c. The relationship is represented by an algebraic equation

d. The output takes time to react

Question 7

Complete

Mark -0.10 out of 1.00

Automatic control of water level using a float level was used in the Middle East for a water clock. The water
clock (Figure 1) was used from sometime before Christ until the 17th century. The system comprises of an
overhead tank, a holding tank with an orifice (or feed vessel) and the lower tank with a second float.

Figure 1: Water clock

Identify the controlled variable.

Select one:
a. None of these are correct responses to the question above

b. The difference between the float level setting in the feed vessel and the float's actual level in the
vessel

c. The float in the feed vessel (opening and closing)

d. Head in holding tank (float setting in feed vessel)

e. Water head in lower tank (second float)

f. The water in the lower tank

Question 8

Complete

Mark 0.00 out of 1.00

In the diagram below G1(s) is:

Select one:
a. The feedforward transfer function

b. None of these answers are correct responses to this question

c. The open loop transfer function

d. The closed loop transfer function

Question 9

Complete

Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

In one word what is the difference between open and closed loop systems?

Answer: feedback

Question 10

Complete

Mark 0.00 out of 1.00

For the system below, what is the steady state error when a unit ramp input is applied at a gain of 50?

Use numerical answers only (do not include the units).

Answer: 2.4
Question 11

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Closed loop systems

Select one:
a. Are able to match the actual to the required values
b. Respond faster to input signals
c. Have low sensitivity to changes in calibration errors
d. Effectively reject disturbances
e. All of the above are correct

Question 12

Complete

Mark 0.00 out of 1.00

Is the following system open-loop or closed-loop?

A DJ using a microphone in a packed night club

Select one:
Open loop
Closed Loop

Question 13

Complete

Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

Closed loop systems are classified according to

Select one:
a. The value of the transfer function of the feedback elements.
b. The value of the controller transfer function only.
c. The value of the closed loop transfer function.
d. The number of integrators in the open loop transfer function.
e. The number of integrators in the forward path transfer function.
Question 14

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The flyball governor is generally agreed to be the first automatic feedback controller used in an industrial
process.

Select one:
True

False

Question 15

Complete

Mark 0.00 out of 1.00

Consider a system as a vehicle traversing through a valley. What kind of input force is it subjected to?

Select one:
a. Ramp input
b. A parabolic input
c. A sinusoidal input
d. Step input
Question 16

Complete

Mark 0.30 out of 1.00

In the following word match problem, match the term with the definition by selecting the correct answer.

A system without feedback that directly generates the output in

Open loop system
response to an input signal

The ratio of the feedback signal to the controller actuating signal. Loop gain

An electric actuator that uses an input voltage as a control variable DC motor

The difference between the desired output and the actual output Error signal

A feedback control system with more than one feedback control loop Multiloop feedback control system

The property of a linear sytem in which the system response, y(t), to an

Initial value theorem
input u(t) leads to the response by(t) when the input is bu(t).

The case where the damping ratio is ζ > 1 Overdamped

A reprogrammable, multi-functional manipulator used for a variety of

Choose...
tasks.

An interconnection of components forming a system configuration that

wil provide a desired response Choose...

The roots of the numerator polynomial of the transfer function Choose...

The synergistic integration of mechanical, electrical and computer

Choose...
systems.

The intricate pattern of interwoven parts and knowledge required. Choose...

A gap between the complex physical system and the design model
Choose...
intrinsic to the progression from the initial concept to the final product.

An attribute of a system that describes a tendency of the system to

Choose...
depart from the equilibrium condition when initially displaced

A model of a system that is used to investigate the behaviour of a system

Choose...
by using actual input signals

The case where the damping ratio is ζ < 1 Choose...

The theorem that states that

lim y(t) = lim sY(s), where Y(s) is the laplace transform of y(t). Choose...

t→∞ t→∞

The process of concieving or inventing the forms, parts and details of a

Choose...
system to achieve a specified purpose.

A closed path that originates and terminates on the same node of a

Choose...
signal flow graph with no node being met twice along the path
 The output signal is fed back so that it adds to the input signal Choose...

Question 17

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Mark 0.00 out of 1.00

For the system below, what is the steady state error when a unit step input is applied at a gain of 4?

Use numerical answers only (do not include the units).

Answer: 3

Question 18

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Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

In derivative control

Select one:
a. The bigger the error the greater the output.
b. The output is proportional to the integral of the error.
c. None of these answers are correct responses to this question
d. The output is proportional to the error.
e. The output is proportional to the rate of change of the error signal.

Question 19

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A multi-variable system is a system with more than one input and/or more than one output.

Select one:
True

False
 Question 20

Complete

Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

Early pioneers in the development of systems and control theory include:

Select one:
a. H. S. Black

b. H. W. Bode

c. H. Nyquist

d. All these are correct responses to the above question

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Marks 12.47/20.00
Grade 62.33 out of 100.00
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Question 1

Complete

Mark 0.00 out of 1.00

For the system below, what is the steady state error when a unit ramp input is applied at a gain of 5?

Use numerical answers only (do not include the units).

Answer: 0

Question 2

Complete

Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

1. Is the following system open-loop or closed-loop?

A. Manual control of a cars direction of travel

Select one:
Open loop
Closed loop
Question 3

Complete

Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

What advantageous role do integrators in the open loop transfer function play in a closed loop system?

Select one:
a. Increases the system relative stability
b. Enable the system respond better to contantly changing errors
c. Introduces a pole at the origin
d. Reduce the sensitivity of the system to component changes
e. Increases the systems' ability in handling steady state errors

Question 4

Complete

Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

Control engineering is applicable to which fields of engineering?

Select one:
a. Electrical and biomedical

b. Mechanical and aerospace

c. Mechanical and electrical

d. Chemical and environmental

e. All these are correct responses to the above question

Question 5

Complete

Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

The primary difference between open- and closed-loop control systems is

Select one:
a. The former is always more expensive than the latter
b. The use of a controller
c. The former is analog in nature and the latter is digital
d. The presence (or absence) of a feedback loop
e. All of these answers are correct

Question 6

Complete

Mark 0.47 out of 1.00

From the list below select all the advantages of feedback control systems?

Select one or more:

a. Their inherently stable

b. They delay in responding

c. They are costly

d. They are sensitive to errors in the model

e. They are less sensitive to disturbances

f. They are insensitive to changes in component parameters

g. They are prone to instability

h. They have a fast response

i. They are not robust to uncertainities

j. They are of low cost

k. They are robust to errors in the model

l. They are simple to design

m. They require extra complexity

n. They need periodic recalibration

Question 7

Complete

Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

1. Is the following system open-loop or closed-loop?

A. Automatic water level control

Select one:
Open loop
Closed Loop

Question 8

Complete

Mark 0.00 out of 1.00

For the system below, what is the steady state error when a unit ramp input is applied at a gain of 10?

Use numerical answers only (do not include the units).

Answer: 2

Question 9

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Mark 0.00 out of 1.00

The presence of negative feedback in any system

Select one:
a. All of these are correct responses to this question
b. Stabilizes the overall system’s performance characteristics
c. Normally increases the frequency response of the system
d. Decreases the overall gain of the system
e. Reduces overall sensitivity to variations in that part of the system enclosed by the feedback path
Question 10

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Mark 0.00 out of 1.00

For the system below, what is the steady state error when a unit step input is applied at a gain of 2?

Use numerical answers only (do not include the units).

Answer: 1

Question 11

Complete

Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

Is the following system open-loop or closed-loop?

A. A electric generator that turns itself on when electricity goes off and switches off when electricity
returns

Select one:
Open loop
Closed loop

Question 12

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Mark 0.00 out of 1.00

For the system below, what is the steady state error when a unit ramp input is applied at a gain of 200?

Use numerical answers only (do not include the units).

Answer: 0.025
Question 13

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Mark 0.00 out of 1.00

What is the function of the control element in an automatic control system?

Select one:
a. Decides what action to take when it receives an error signal.
b. Produces a signal related to the variable condition being controlled
c. It is used to produce a change in the process to remove the error
d. Compares the reference value with the measured value of the variable being controlled.
e. All or any of these responses are true functions of the control unit

Question 14

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For the system below, what is the steady state error when a unit ramp input is applied at a gain of 30?

Use numerical answers only (do not include the units).

Answer: 0.8

Question 15

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Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

1. Is the following system open-loop or closed-loop?

A. An electric hot plate with no thermostat.

Select one:
Open loop
Closed loop
Question 16

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For the system below, what is the steady state error when a unit parabolic input is applied at a gain of 200?

Use numerical answers only (do not include the units).

Answer: 0

Question 17

Complete

Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

In the diagram below G1(s) is:

Select one:
a. The loop transfer function

b. The feedforward transfer function

c. The open loop transfer function

d. The forward path transfer function

Question 18

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A disturbance is a desired input signal that affects the system output signal.

Select one:
True

False

Question 19

Complete

Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

1. Is the following system open-loop or closed-loop?

A. A person dancing to music in a night club

Select one:
a. Closed loop
b. Open Loop

Question 20

Complete

Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

The function of a signal conditioner is

Select one:
a. To prepare the signal for succeeding electrical units
b. To amplify the signal
c. To sense the signal
d. To modify the signal

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Time taken 42 mins 36 secs
Marks 9.40/20.00
Grade 47.00 out of 100.00
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Question 1

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Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

The control law is

Select one:
a. The overall transfer function of the system
b. The relationship between the error and the control effort
c. A control strategy
d. The transfer function of the process for which the variable is being controlled
e. All of the above are correct responses to this question

Question 2

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Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

Open loop systems

Select one:
A. Are able to match the actual to the required values
B. Are always stable systems
C. Are simple, low cost and with generally good stability
D. Respond faster to input signals
E. All of the above are correct
Question 3

Complete

Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

Complete the following sentence:

An open-loop control system utilises an actuating device to control a process _______________.

Select one:
a. in engineering design

b. All of these are correct responses to the above question.

c. without using feedback

d. in engineering synthesis

e. using feedback

Question 4

Complete

Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

In the diagram below A (s) is:

Select one:
a. All these answers are correct responses to this question

b. The forward path transfer function

c. The loop transfer function

d. The feedforward transfer function

Question 5

Complete

Mark 0.00 out of 1.00

Analogue control

Select one:
a. Requires a digital to analogue converter.
b. None of these answers are correct responses to this question
c. Requires a clock to send out pulses at regular intervals.
d. Has a higher flexibility compared to Digital control.
e. Has its control strategy implemented in its hardware.

Question 6

Complete

Mark 0.00 out of 1.00

For the system below, what is the steady state error when a unit ramp input is applied at a gain of 8?

Use numerical answers only (do not include the units).

Answer: 1.6
Question 7

Complete

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The sensitivity of closed loop systems depends on

Select one:
a. None of these answers are correct
b. The value of the controller transfer function only.
c. The value of the transfer function of the feedback elements.
d. The value of both the forward path and feedback transfer functions.
e. The value of the forward path transfer function.

Question 8

Complete

Mark 0.00 out of 1.00

The steady state error of a type 0 closed loop system when subjected to a step input can be reduced to
zero

Select one:

True

False
Question 9

Complete

Mark 0.95 out of 1.00

In the following word match problem, match the term with the definition by selecting the correct answer.

The error when the time period is large and the transient response has decayed
Steady state error
leaving the continuous response

A transformation of a function f(t) from the time domain into the complex
Laplace
frequency domain yielding F(s)

The output signal is fed back so that it subtracts from the input signal Negative feed back

The process of concieving or inventing the forms, parts and details of a system to
Design
achieve a specified purpose.

The interval necessary for a system to change from one state to another by a
Time constant
specified percentage (eg 63.2% due to a step input for a first order system)

A gap between the complex physical system and the design model intrinsic to the
Design gap
progression from the initial concept to the final product.

Feedback control system that employs on-board special purpose digital computers
Embedded control
as integral components of the feedback loop

A system with a measurement of the output signal and a comparison with the
Closed loop system
desired output to generate an error signal that is applied to the actuator.

Made linear or placed in a linear form. Taylor series approximation are commonly
Linearized
employed to obtain linear modes of physical systems

The device, plant or system under control Process

The theorem that states that

lim y(t) = lim sY(s), where Y(s) is the laplace transform of y(t). Final value theorem

t→∞ t→∞

A set of prescribed performance criteria Specifications

A reduction in the amplitude of the ratio of the output signal to the input signal
Loss of gain
through a system, usually measured in decibels

The case where damping is on the boundary between underdamped and

Critical damping
overdamped

An unwanted input signal that affects the measured output signal. Disturbance signal

A feedback control where the gain of the feedback loop is one Unity feedback

An approximate model that results in a linear relationship between the output and
Linear approximation
the input of the device

The output signal is fed back so that it adds to the input signal Positive feedback

A type of mechanical damper where the model of the friction force is a nonlinear
Coulomb damper
function of the mass velocity and possess a discontinuity around zero velocity
 A system without feedback that directly generates the output in response to an
Open loop system
input signal

Question 10

Not answered

Marked out of 1.00

For the system below, what is the steady state error when a unit parabolic input is applied at a gain of 1?

Use numerical answers only (do not include the units).

Answer:

Question 11

Complete

Mark 0.00 out of 1.00

Is the following system open-loop or closed-loop?

Manual water level control

Select one:
Closed loop
Open loop
Question 12

Complete

Mark 0.25 out of 1.00

In the following word match problem, match the term with the definition by selecting the correct answer.

The ratio of the change in the system transfer function to the change of
a process transfer function (or parameter) for a small incremental Choose...
change

The theorem that states that

lim y(t) = lim sY(s), where Y(s) is the laplace transform of y(t). Choose...

t→∞ t→∞

The ratio of the Laplace transform of the output variable to the Laplace
Choose...
transform of the input variable

An oscillation in which the amplitude decreases with time Choose...

The case where the damping ratio is ζ < 1 Choose...

A model of a system that is used to investigate the behaviour of a system

Choose...
by using actual input signals

The relation formed by equating to zero the denominator of a transfer

Choose...
function.

The parts, subsystems, or sub-assemblies that comprise that comprise a

Choose...
total system

The rule that enables the user to obtain a transfer function by tracing
Choose...
paths and loops within a system

A system with more than one input variable or more than one output
Choose...
variable.

The case where the damping ratio is ζ > 1 Choose...

The intricate pattern of interwoven parts and knowledge required. Choose...

The law that states that if two inputs are scaled and summed and routed
through a linear time invariant system, then the output will be identical to
Choose...
the sum of outputs due to the individual scaled inputs when routed
through the same system.

A mechanical device for controlling the speed of a steam engine Choose...

A closed path that originates and terminates on the same node of a

Loop
signal flow graph with no node being met twice along the path

An interconnection of elements and devices for a desired purpose. System

An attribute of a system that describes a tendency of the system to

Instability
depart from the equilibrium condition when initially displaced
 The adjustments of parameters to achieve the most favourable or
Optimization
advantageous design

Uncertainities embodied in the unintended consequences of a design. Complexity

The output signal is fed back so that it adds to the input signal Positive feedback

Question 13

Complete

Mark 0.00 out of 1.00

For the system below, what is the steady state error when a unit ramp input is applied at a gain of 2?

Use numerical answers only (do not include the units).

Answer: 0.5

Question 14

Complete

Mark 0.00 out of 1.00

The open loop transfer function is also known as

Select one:
a. The forward path transfer function of a unity feedback system
b. The ratio of the output to input amplitude.
c. The loop transfer function.
d. The transfer function.
e. None of these answers are correct
Question 15

Not answered

Marked out of 1.00

For the system below, what is the steady state error when a unit step input is applied at a gain of 10?

Use numerical answers only (do not include the units).

Answer:

Question 16

Complete

Mark 1.00 out of 1.00

A system with more than one input variable or more than one output variable is known by what name?

Select one:
a. All these are correct responses to the above question

b. Multivariate control system

c. Open-loop feedback system

d. Robust control system

e. Closed-loop feedback system

Question 17

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A closed loop system is usually cheaper than an open loop system.

Select one:
True

False
Question 18

Complete

Mark 0.35 out of 1.00

In the following Word Match problems, match the term with the definition by selecting the correct answer.

The case where damping is on the boundary between underdamped and

Critical damping
overdamped

The difference between the desired output and the actual output Error signal

The error when the time period is large and the transient response has decayed
Steady state error
leaving the continuous response

The process of conceiving or inventing the forms, parts and details of a system to
Design
achieve a specified purpose.

The parts, subsystems, or sub-assemblies that comprise that comprise a total

Components
system

The device that provides the motive power to the process Actuator

A system that utilises a device to control the process without using feedback. Open-loop control system

Uncertainities embodied in the unintended consequences of a design. Choose...

An oscillation in which the amplitude decreases with time

Choose...

A system that satisfies the priciple of superposition and homogeneity Choose...

An approximate model that results in a linear relationship between the output

Choose...
and the input of the device

The process of designing a technical system. Choose...

A system without feedback that directly generates the output in response to an

Choose...
input signal

A reduction in the amplitude of the ratio of the output signal to the input signal
Choose...
through a system, usually measured in decibels

The ratio of physical output to physical input of an industrial process. Choose...

An attribute of a system that describes a tendency of the system to depart from

Choose...
the equilibrium condition when initially displaced

The ratio of the change in the system transfer function to the change of a
Choose...
process transfer function (or parameter) for a small incremental change

A transformation of a function f(t) from the time domain into the complex
Choose...
frequency domain yielding F(s)

A diagram that consists of nodes connected by several directed branches and

Choose...
that is a graphical representation of a set of linear relations

An unwanted input signal that affects the syetm output signal Choose...
Question 19

Complete

Mark 0.85 out of 1.00

In the following word match problem, match the term with the definition by selecting the correct answer.

A system with a measurement of the output signal and a comparison with the
Closed loop system
desired output to generate an error signal that is applied to the actuator.

A transformation of a function f(t) from the time domain into the complex frequency
Laplace
domain yielding F(s)

Statements that reflect situations and conditions that are taken for granted and
Assumptions
without proof and are used to simplify the physical dynamical models of systems.

The control of a process by automatic means Automation

A gap between the complex physical system and the design model intrinsic to the
Design gap
progression from the initial concept to the final product.

The device that provides the motive power to the process Actuator

The output signal is fed back so that it subtracts from the input signal Negative feed back

A type of mechanical damper where the model of the friction force is linearly
Viscous damper
proportional to the velocity of the mass .

A condition or statement that must be satisfied to achieve a desired effect or result Necessary condition

Descriptions of the behaviour of a system using mathematics Models

An equation including differentials of a function Differential equation

An unwanted input signal that affects the system output signal Disturbance signal

An electric actuator that uses an input voltage as a control variable D.C motor

A set of prescribed performance criteria Specifications

A system without feedback that directly generates the output in response to an input
Open loop system
signal

The error when the time period is large and the transient response has decayed
Steady state error
leaving the continuous response

The process of designing a technical system. Engineering design

The input and output points or junctions in a signal flow graph Node

The roots of the numerator polynomial of the transfer function Poles

The roots of the denominator polynomial of the transfer function Zeros

 Question 20

Complete

Mark 0.00 out of 1.00

For the system below, what is the steady state error when a unit ramp input is applied at a gain of 4?

Use numerical answers only (do not include the units).

Answer: 0.167

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Question 1

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The magnitude of the steady state error is a measure of the accuracy of an open loop system

Select one:
True

False

Question 2

Complete

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In the diagram below G1(s) is:

Select one:
a. The open loop transfer function

b. The forward path transfer function

c. The feedforward transfer function

d. The loop transfer function

Question 3

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What is the appropriate input force experienced during an explosion?

Select one:
a. step input
b. ramp input
c. Impulse input
d. parabolic input

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1. Is the following system open-loop or closed-loop?

A. A student teacher learning process

Select one:
Open Loop
Closed loop
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In the following word match problem, match the term with the definition by selecting the correct answer.

A system that satisfies the principle of superposition and homogeneity Linear System

A system without feedback that directly generates the output in

Open loop system
response to an input signal

An oscillation in which the amplitude decreases with time Damped Oscillation

A system that uses a measurement of the output and compares it with

Closed loop system
the desired output

The rule that enables the user to obtain a transfer function by tracing
Mason loop
paths and loops within a system

The control of a process by automatic means Automation

The process of conceiving or inventing the forms, parts and details of a

Design
system to achieve a specified purpose.

An unwanted input signal that affects the measured output signal. Disturbance signal

A type of mechanical damper where the model of the friction force is

a nonlinear function of the mass velocity and possess a discontinuity Coulomb damper
around zero velocity

The ratio of the Laplace transform of the output variable to the

Transfer function
Laplace transform of the input variable

A system with a measurement of the output signal and a comparison

with the desired output to generate an error signal that is applied to Closed loop feedback control system
the actuator.

An unwanted input signal that affects the system output signal Disturbance signal

A gap between the complex physical system and the design model
Design gap
intrinsic to the progression from the initial concept to the final product.

The parts, subsystems, or sub-assemblies that comprise that comprise a

Components
total system

The ratio of physical output to physical input of an industrial process. Productivity

The input to a control system often representing the desired output. Reference input

A reduction in the amplitude of the ratio of the output signal to the

loop gain
input signal through a system, usually measured in decibels

The response of a system as a function of time. Transient response

The case where the damping ratio is ζ < 1 Underdamped

The relation formed by equating to zero the denominator of a transfer

Transfer function
function.
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Automatic control of water level using a float level was used in the Middle East for a water clock. The water
clock (Figure 1) was used from sometime before Christ until the 17th century. The system comprises of an
overhead tank, a holding tank with an orifice (or feed vessel) and the lower tank with a second float.

Figure 1: Water clock

Identify the actuator.

Select one:
a. None of these are correct responses to the question above

b. Water head in lower tank (second float)

c. The float in the feed vessel (opening and closing)

d. Head in holding tank (float setting in feed vessel)

e. The difference between the float level setting in the feed vessel and the float's actual level in the
vessel

f. The water in the lower tank

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Automatic control of water level using a float level was used in the Middle East for a water clock. The water
clock (Figure 1) was used from sometime before Christ until the 17th century. The system comprises of an
overhead tank, a holding tank with an orifice (or feed vessel) and the lower tank with a second float.

Figure 1: Water clock

What variable is being monitored?

Select one:
a. The float in the feed vessel (opening and closing)

b. The difference between the float level setting in the feed vessel and the float's actual level in the
vessel

c. Head in holding tank (float setting in feed vessel)

d. Water head in lower tank (second float)

e. None of these are correct responses to the question above

f. The water in the lower tank

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In the diagram below G1(s) is:

Select one:
a. None of these answers are correct responses to this question

b. The closed loop transfer function

c. The forward path transfer function of a unity feedback system

d. The feedforward transfer function

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In proportional control

Select one:
a. None of these answers are correct responses to this question
b. The output is proportional to a combination of integral and derivative control
c. The output is proportional to the error.
d. The output is proportional to the rate of change of the error signal.
e. The output is proportional to the integral of the error.
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1. Is the following system open-loop or closed-loop?

A. A refrigerator.

Select one:
Closed Loop
Open loop

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In the diagram below G2(s) is:

Select one:
a. The forward path transfer function

b. The feedforward transfer function

c. The open loop transfer function

d. The feed back transfer function

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What advantageous role do integrators in the open loop transfer function play in a closed loop system?

Select one:
a. Reduce the sensitivity of the system to component changes
b. Increases the system relative stability
c. Enable the system respond better to contantly changing errors
d. Introduces a pole at the origin
e. Increase the steady state accuracy of the system

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For the system below, what is the steady state error when a unit ramp input is applied at a gain of 3?

Use numerical answers only (do not include the units).

Answer: 0

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The forward path transfer function of a unity feedback system is also known as

Select one:
a. The transfer function.
b. The open loop transfer function
c. All of these answers are correct
d. The ratio of the output to input amplitude.
e. The loop transfer function.
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Which of the following are false about closed-loop systems

Select one:
a. Do not have steady state errors.
b. None of these answers are false
c. Respond faster to input signals.
d. Used to stabilize systems that are inherently unstable in open loop form.
e. Have low sensitivity to system parameter errors.

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From the list below select all the advantages of open loop control systems?

Select one or more:

a. They are not robust to uncertainities

b. They are robust to errors in the model

c. They require extra complexity

d. They delay in responding

e. Respond quickly to input signals

f. They are costly

g. Their response is stable

h. They need periodic recalibration

i. They are sensitive to errors in the model

j. They are of low cost

k. They are simple to design

l. They are prone to instability

m. They are robust to disturbances

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Feedback is sometimes used to improve the sensitivity of a control system.

Select one:
True

False

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The magnitude of the steady state error is a measure of the accuracy of a closed loop system

Select one:
True

False

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Closed-loop control systems should have which of the following properties:

Select one:
a. Low sensitivity to changes in the plant parameters

b. Good regulation against disturbances

c. All these are correct responses to the above question

d. Desirable responses to commands

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For the system below, what is the steady state error when a unit ramp input is applied at a gain of 10?

Use numerical answers only (do not include the units).

Answer: 0

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