P3 SciTech Unit 5R Vocab 3-31-2022 fri

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A signal that is continuous and changes smoothly over a range

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analog signal

Front

Signal of discrete states: high/low, on/off, 1/0.

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digital signal

Front

Something (usually a machine) with input, process, output, and sometimes feedback.

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technological system

Front

Control system with no output-input comparison or sensors.

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open loop system

Front

System using output feedback to control input; includes at least one sensor.

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closed loop system

Front

Info from a sensor (light, sound, motion) that alters program behavior.

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feedback

Front

Device responding to a physical stimulus (e.g., light) and transmitting an impulse.

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sensor

Front

An electronic device for storing and processing data according to program instructions.

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computer

Front

Collection of physical parts of a computer system.

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hardware

Front

Programs and operating info used by a computer.

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software