IR Sensor Programming and Applications

IR Sensor Programming and Applications

Assessment

Interactive Video

Computers, Science, Instructional Technology

6th - 8th Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

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The video tutorial covers using the EV3 IR sensor or ultrasonic sensor to detect objects. It explains how to set up the sensor, program it to play different sounds based on object proximity, and use sound feedback for debugging. The tutorial also explores sound settings and their effects on program execution. Finally, it suggests combining object detection with locomotion for advanced projects.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary purpose of using the IR or ultrasonic sensor in this tutorial?

To measure temperature

To detect an object

To calculate speed

To measure light intensity

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How is the IR sensor programmed to respond when an object is detected within a certain distance?

By sending a text alert

By changing color

By playing a high-pitched note

By vibrating

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the first step in creating a project in the EV3 software?

Downloading the software

Writing a code

Clicking on the X or + to start a project

Connecting the sensor to port two

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What should be adjusted to prevent the sound from being too loud and distorted?

The pitch

The duration

The volume

The frequency

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the next step after setting up the IR sensor and sound block?

Changing the sensor type

Creating a new project

Testing the sensor in a different environment

Combining object detection with locomotion