Production techniques and systems (AQA GCSE Design and Technology): Quizzes
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What does CAD enable designers to do with design information?
What does CAD enable designers to do with design information?
Create, modify, test, communicate, document
How can CAD designs be shared between different locations?
How can CAD designs be shared between different locations?
Shared instantly via electronic networks
What is a key challenge when implementing CAD systems?
What is a key challenge when implementing CAD systems?
Requires costly staff retraining programmes
What risk is associated with digital file management in CAD?
What risk is associated with digital file management in CAD?
Files accidentally sent to wrong recipients
What does CAM convert into manufacturing instructions?
What does CAM convert into manufacturing instructions?
Digital design files
What type of machine tools does CAM provide instructions for?
What type of machine tools does CAM provide instructions for?
Computer numerical controlled (CNC) machines
How does CAM provide safety benefits?
How does CAM provide safety benefits?
Protects workers from hazardous processes
What is the main focus of lean manufacturing?
What is the main focus of lean manufacturing?
Eliminating waste throughout systems
What is the key strength of flexible manufacturing systems?
What is the key strength of flexible manufacturing systems?
Respond rapidly to changes in demand
In which industry are FMS particularly valuable?
In which industry are FMS particularly valuable?
Automotive manufacturing
What is the fundamental principle of JIT manufacturing?
What is the fundamental principle of JIT manufacturing?
Order materials only when required
What does JIT significantly reduce by eliminating unnecessary inventory?
What does JIT significantly reduce by eliminating unnecessary inventory?
Storage costs
What is the main vulnerability of JIT systems?
What is the main vulnerability of JIT systems?
Supply chain disruption causes delays