Electronics

Question 1

Input

Answer 1

Turns a circuit on

Question 2

Output

Answer 2

Something you can observe or hear

Question 3

Process

Answer 3

Convert electrical energy from the input so that the system can do its job

Question 4

Automation

Answer 4

Automatic control is used in production lines and other systems

Question 5

Benefits of automation

Answer 5

Speed, accuracy, can work 24/7, replace manual jobs, less mistakes

Question 6

FMS

Answer 6

Flexible Manufacturing System - an assembly of automated machines commonly used on short-run batch production lines where the products frequently change.

Question 7

CAD

Answer 7

Computer Aided Design - software used to create 2D and 3D precise drawings and models

Question 8

Advantages of CAD

Answer 8

Accurate, quick, easy to edit, better visualisation

Question 9

Disadvantages of CAD

Answer 9

Could get hacked or crash, need training, software is expensive

Question 10

CAM

Answer 10

Computer Aided Manufacture - automated machinery controlled by software to manufacture physical parts

Question 11

CNC milling

Answer 11

Machines that work in 3D to make intricate objects e.g. laser cutter

Question 12

Lean manufacturing aim

Answer 12

To manufacture products just before they are required