Question

Linearity of transducer is closeness of the transducer’s calibration curve to a special

• A. \( \text{curved line within a given percentage of full scale output} \)
• B. \( \text{straight line within a given percentage of full scale output} \)
• C. \( \text{straight line within a given percentage of half scale output} \)
• D. \( \text{curved line within a given percentage of half scale output} \)

Hint:

When assessing transducer performance, linearity is a crucial characteristic. A highly linear transducer provides a consistent and predictable output for a given input, simplifying calibration and ensuring accurate measurements across its entire range. Deviations from linearity can introduce errors, which are often expressed as a percentage of the full-scale output.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

The linearity of a transducer refers to how closely its output response follows a straight line when plotted against the input over its entire operating range. Ideally, a transducer should have a linear relationship between input and output for accurate measurements. Therefore, linearity is defined as the closeness of the transducer's calibration curve to a straight line within a given percentage of its full scale output. This percentage indicates the maximum deviation from the ideal straight line.