Limit switch
In this simulation, students explore how a Limit Switch works in an electrical circuit. By pressing the switch lever, they can observe how the circuit opens and closes, controlling the flow of current. This activity demonstrates how limit switches are used in robots and automated machines to detect the position or movement of objects.
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Topics
- Limit Switch
- Mechanical Switch
- Open Circuit
- Closed Circuit
- Current Flow
- Position Detection
Learning Goals
- Understand how a limit switch operates.
- Learn how a limit switch detects object movement.
- Observe how pressing the switch controls current flow.
- Explore open and closed circuit behavior.
- Discover how limit switches are used in robotics and automation.
Inclusive Features
- Interactive press-and-release switch
- Real-time current flow animation
- Visual ON and OFF circuit states
- Show/Hide labels option
- Easy-to-use controls for beginners
System Requirements
Modern web browser
Desktop, laptop, or tablet
Screen resolution 1024 × 768 or higher
Mouse, touchpad, or touchscreen