Understanding Speedometer Functionality

Understanding Speedometer Functionality

Assessment

Interactive Video

Physics, Science

5th - 8th Grade

Hard

Created by

Lucas Foster

FREE Resource

The video tutorial explains how a speedometer works using an animation. It identifies key components such as the dial, pointer, hairspring, spindle, stationary field plate, speed cup, and magnet. The arrangement of these components is detailed, highlighting the interaction between the magnet and speed cup, which is crucial for the speedometer's operation. The tutorial also covers the role of the hairspring in controlling the needle's movement and ensuring accurate speed readings. The video concludes with a call to action for viewers to subscribe and visit the website for more tutorials.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which component of the speedometer is responsible for indicating the vehicle's speed?

Spindle

Hairspring

Dial

Pointer

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What color is the speed cup in the speedometer animation?

Green

Red

Blue

Yellow

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How is the magnet in the speedometer driven?

By the speed cup

By the hairspring

Through a flexible coupling from the vehicle's transmission

By the vehicle's engine

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the relationship between the speed of the magnet and the vehicle?

The magnet does not rotate

The magnet rotates at the same speed as the vehicle

The magnet rotates slower than the vehicle

The magnet rotates faster than the vehicle

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What causes the speed cup to rotate in the speedometer?

Hairspring tension

Direct connection to the vehicle's transmission

Magnetic field produced by the rotating magnet

Mechanical linkage with the magnet

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary function of the hairspring in a speedometer?

To drive the magnet

To support the speed cup

To control and limit the needle's movement

To connect the spindle to the dial

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the hairspring help when the vehicle stops?

It disconnects the spindle

It stops the magnet

It brings the needle back to zero

It accelerates the needle

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