Robotics · Electronics Basics
What is a Sensor?
See how sensors convert physical conditions into usable electrical information.
2 min micro-lessonLesson focus
What is a Sensor?Explain the role and meaning of “a Sensor” and connect it to a familiar technology scenario.
Video resources will be added as each NEST lesson is published.Learning objective
What you will understand
Explain the role and meaning of “a Sensor” and connect it to a familiar technology scenario.
Key ideas
- Physical quantity
- Electrical signal
- Measurement
Try it
Select a sensor for distance, light, and temperature tasks.
Quick recap
See how sensors convert physical conditions into usable electrical information.