New and emerging technologies Flashcards
State three advanced technologies
nanotechnology, cloud computing and IoT
Explain what Internet of Things (IoT) is
where electronic devices connect within the existing internet infrastructure, to send and receive data without human intervention
Explain what cloud computing
a network of online servers that store and manage data
Explain what economies of scale is
the cost advantages that manufacturers obtain due to the size,output or scale of their production.
Explain how advanced technologies are positively changing manufacturing
by reducing manufacturing production costs and improve manufacturing precision,speed efficiency and flexibility.
Explain what additive manufacturing is
the term used to describe technologies that translate 3D designs into solid, physical forms.
Explain what stereo lithography is
a laser traces the shape of a layer onto a bath of liquid resin which is cured, this process is repeated layer by layer until a final object is created
Give two examples of disruptive technologies
Artificial Intelligence and 3D printing
Explain what additive manufacturing is
the term used to describe technologies that translate 3D designs into solid, physical forms.
Explain what 3D printing is
prints thermoplastic material layer by layer to build up a 3D shape
Explain what advanced robotics are
the use of sensors, such as touch, ultrasonic, or light sensors that allow a robot to interact with the real world around it
Give an advantage of the Internet of Things (IoT)
- reduced downtime
- fewer problems and defects with the final products
Explain what virtual reality is
artificial environment that is created with software and presented to the user in such a way that the user suspends belief and accepts it as a real environment
Give an advantage of using virtual reality
- improved productivity and quality
Give an advantage of using virtual reality
cuts costs and increase safety
