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An transducer converts one form of energy into another. eg. door bell(electrical energy - sound energy)

An actuator transforms electrical energy into mechanical energy. eg. motor

An actuator is essentially a transducer but a transducer need not be an actuator.

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What is relation between flow rate and actuator speed?

Flow rate is directly proportional to actuator speed. Increasing the actuator speed will result in higher flow rates, while decreasing actuator speed will decrease flow rates. Actuator speed controls the flow of a fluid or material through a system by adjusting the rate at which the actuator allows the material to flow.


Why do we use ultrasound gel?

Ultrasound gel is used to improve the transmission of ultrasound waves from the transducer to the skin. It helps to eliminate air gaps between the skin and the transducer, allowing for better image quality and more accurate diagnosis. Additionally, the gel helps to prevent skin irritation or injury that can be caused by direct contact with the transducer.


What is the difference between sensor and a actuator?

sensors sense how things are running, to see if anything needs to be adjusted, send info to ECU, ECU then sends info to actuator then the actuators does something to deal with the problem... sensors - input, actuators - output.


What does an electrostatic transducer converts?

An electrostatic transducer converts electrical energy into mechanical energy, often used in speakers and headphones to produce sound.


What is the relation between the path difference and phase difference?

The phase difference between two waves is directly proportional to the path difference between them. The phase difference is a measure of how much the wave has shifted along its oscillation cycle, while the path difference is a measure of the spatial separation between two points where the waves are evaluated.

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