Engineering terminology 2 Quiz

The rate at which an object changes its velocity over time.

• Compression

• Acceleration

• Calibration

• Algorithm

A component of a control system that converts an electrical signal into mechanical motion.

• Antenna

• Actuator

• Controller

• Circuit

A set of instructions or rules that a computer program follows to complete a task.

• Algorithm

• Amplifier

• Controller

• Calibration

A device that increases the power of an electrical signal.

• Circuit

• Amplifier

• Actuator

• Compression

A device that is used to send or receive radio signals.

• Controller

• Antenna

• Circuit

• Amplifier

A software system used by engineers to create 3D models of parts and assemblies.

• Calibration

• Controller

• CAD

• Actuator

The process of adjusting and checking the accuracy of a measuring device.

• Calibration

• Acceleration

• Compression

• CAD

A closed loop of conductive material that allows electrical current to flow.

• Actuator

• Amplifier

• Circuit

• Antenna

The process of reducing the volume of a gas or fluid.

• Algorithm

• Calibration

• Compression

• CAD

A device that manages and regulates the operation of a system.

• Algorithm

• Controller

• Circuit

• Antenna