Signal and Time Displays in Everyday Devices

In summary, the conversation discusses various devices in a house that display signals over time, such as a TV, thermostat, oven, and other devices that can be turned on and off with a switch. The speaker is seeking advice on the correct reasoning for these solutions.
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What signal (voltage or otherwise) vs time displays do you have in your house?

Answer?
I am a little confused as to what exactly this question is asking. My initial suspicions say that a TV because they receive a signal over time and display that as picture on the screen. Also I think that a thermostat would receive a signal of the ambient temperature and display that the temperature and by similar reasoning a oven. And lastly would any device to which the power can be turned on and off with a switch, by the rational that they complete a circuit and it takes time to charge the circuit

Any advice on the correct rational for the solutions are greatly appreciated!
 
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TV, radio, phone, computer, alarm clock, ??

Good luck.
 

FAQ: Signal and Time Displays in Everyday Devices

What is a Signal vs Time object?

A Signal vs Time object is a graphical representation of a signal over a period of time. It shows the relationship between the signal and time, with the signal being plotted on the y-axis and time on the x-axis.

What is the purpose of a Signal vs Time object?

The purpose of a Signal vs Time object is to visualize and analyze the behavior of a signal over a period of time. It can help identify patterns, trends, and anomalies in the signal, and can be used to make predictions and decisions based on the data.

What types of signals can be plotted on a Signal vs Time object?

Any type of signal that can be measured over time can be plotted on a Signal vs Time object. This includes physical signals such as sound waves, electrical signals, and biological signals, as well as digital signals like computer data.

How is a Signal vs Time object created?

A Signal vs Time object is created by collecting data from the signal at specific time intervals and plotting it on a graph. This can be done manually or with the help of software or equipment that automatically records and plots the data.

What are some applications of Signal vs Time objects?

Signal vs Time objects are commonly used in fields such as engineering, physics, biology, and computer science for tasks such as analyzing sound waves, monitoring brain activity, and debugging code. They are also used in industries like telecommunications and finance to track and analyze data in real-time.

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