Automated Systems: Credit Homework Questions

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OKPO is a geological company which use Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs) to explore the different types of rocks found on the sea beds.
Some of the ROV's are operated remotely by operators on the surface.
However, ROV's such as the one shown are completely automated, and can land on the seabed and take samples.
Why will sensors be needed on the ROV to land on the seabed? [PS] (2 points)

What kind sensor would be used for this purpose? [PS] (1 point)

Which type of tool is likely to be used to help the ROV shown to remove rocks from the surface on the seabed? [PS] (1 point)

OKPO has developed a range of interfaces for their ROVs. Different tools can be attached to the interfaces. Explain why this is useful. [PS] (2 points)

A single ROV can cost millions of pounds to buy. How can such a large capital expenditure by a company be justified? [PS] (3 points)

A single computer on the surface allows the programs to run for several ROVs at the same time. What feature must the operating system have to allow this to happen? [PS] (2 points)

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