Physical Computing

PHYSICAL COMPUTING

Fundamental Concepts

​Physical computing is a systems that uses software and hardware to sense and respond to the real world.

Multiple Choice

Physical computing is...

• The use of physical computer parts

• Systems that use software and hardware to sense and respond to the real world

• Systems that influence the real world

Multiple Choice

In physical computing, an ACTUATOR is...

• A device that acts on the real world to produce output

• A device that receives input from the real world

Multiple Choice

In physical computing, a SENSOR is...

• A device that acts on the real world to produce output

• A device that detects aspects of the real world and uses this as input to the system

• A device that can measure things

• A device that has feelings

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would NOT be considered an actuator?

• LED

• Motor

• Temperature sensor

• Buzzer

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would NOT be considered a sensor (i.e. input device)?

• LED

• Button

• Touch screen

• Pressure sensor