Electronic Systems Processing

Question 1

What are most processes controlled by

Give an example

Answer 1

Integrated circuits (ICs)
Microcontroller - perform multiple tasks

Question 2

What is an analogue signal

Answer 2

Continuous with an infinite range of values between minimum and maximum points

Question 3

What is a digital signal

Answer 3

Either on or off

Get from a switch

Question 4

Two types of timers

Answer 4

Monostable

Astable

Question 5

Monostable device

Answer 5

Has an output that is turned on for a set period of time then goes off

Question 6

Astable device

Answer 6

Has an output that constantly fluctuates between on and off

Oscillating output
Ie indicators on vehicles