Shaft Encoders
1. Discuss in detail the two different types of shaft encoders, showing the following:
a) Areas of application.
b) Principle of operation.
c) Wire connections.
d) Resolution.
e) Output signals.
f) Coding systems.
2. Which type of shaft encoder would you use for the following applications?
a) Three degree of freedom robotic manipulator arm.
b) Speed control system for a dc motor.