Preliminary Design Report
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Sensors
Force sensors measure the weight of each container and send this information to the
microprocessor, allowing the microprocessor to monitor the amounts of ingredients in each
container. During dispensing, the microprocessor uses the change in weight of a container to
determine how much of an ingredient has been dispensed.
Input Power 5 V DC, 2 mA (each)
0-35 N force from containers
Output Digital signal to microprocessor 0-5 V DC, 0.5 mA
