CAD and Automation Flashcards
1
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(CAD)
A
Computer aided design
2
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(CAM)
A
Computer aided manufacturing
3
Q
Automation
A
The use or introduction of automatic equipment in manufacturing.
4
Q
Advantages of CAD
A
- designs can be altered
- faster to draw complex shapes
- designs are easily saved
- can easily copy designs
- can be sent by email
5
Q
Disadvantages of CAD
A
- software is complex and expensive
- security issues
- have to update software
- data can be lost
6
Q
Advantages of CAM
A
- faster than traditional machines
- more accurate than traditional methods
- machines run 24/7
- can produce work directly from CAD files
7
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Disadvantages of CAM
A
- expensive setup costs
- training costs and time
- need specialist engineers to repair
- can cause unemployment
