U3 AOS 2 CH3D Felix Flashcards
Automated production lines(n.)
-Automated production lines(n.)=[Machinery and equipment] that are [arranged in a sequence], where the [product is developed] as it proceeds [through each step].
Robotics(n.)
-Robotics(n.)=[Programmable machines] that are [capable] of [performing specified tasks.]
Strengths of Artificial intelligence(n.)
+High accuracy and precision in anticipating, assessing, and responding to customer needs
+Provides access to a ‘big data’ pool of information, so technology can make quick and informed decisions.
+Can assist with production forecasting, and reduce waste in the production process.
+It removes the need for humans to perform repetitive tasks(as AI will respond to that), allowing capacity for more creativity(labour resources can be used for creativity/entrepreneurial ideas)
Computer-aided design(n.)
-Computer-aided design(n.)=[digital design software] that [aids the creation], [modification], [and optimisation] of a [design] and the [design process.]
Computer-aided manufacturing techniques(n.)
-Computer-aided manufacturing(n.)=the [use of software] that [controls] and [directs production process] by [coordinating machinery and equipment through a computer.]
Artificial intelligence(n.)
-Artificial intelligence(n.)=[Using computerised systems] to [simulate human intelligence] and [mimic human behaviour.]
Online services(n.)
-Online services(n.)=[Services that are provided via the internet.]
Limitations of Computer-aided manufacturing techniques(n.)
-initially very expensive to set up
-if the system fails, the production process could see major disruptions
-technical training is needed to operate and maintain machinery
-it can lead to large-scale redundancy of employees
Strengths of Computer-aided design(n.)
+High accuracy and precision, as you can undertake wind tunnel simulations, fly throughs, or 3D production simulations without having to make expensive prototypes, e.g. When designing houses, cars, or aeroplanes.
+Customers have the flexibility to adapt designs without higher production costs.
+Reduce wastage, as physical prototypes do not needed to be manufactured, and clever designs can reduce raw material waste, e.g. T-shirt cut out templates
+Greater creativity for designers(can keep on changing design)
Limitations of Automated production lines(n.)
-initially very expensive to setup
-if the system fails(one part or more parts of the production line fail), the production process could see major disruptions
-Technically training(for people) is needed to operate and maintain machinery(and tasks that machinery cannot undertake.
-It can lead to large-scale redundancy of employees
Strengths of Automated production lines(n.)
+High accuracy and precision, which hopefully leads to an increase in quality
+Reduced wastage from improved accuracy
+Opportunity for production to run 24/7
+Productivity rates generally increase so cost unit can fall.
+it removes the need for humans to perform repetitive or mundane or dangerous tasks
+It can save on labour costs, as human resources are replaced with machinery.
Strengths of Computer-aided manufacturing(n.)
+high accuracy and precision, which hopefully leads to an increase in quality
+reduced wastage from improved accuracy
+opportunity for production to run 24/7
+productivity rates increase so cost per unit can fall
+it removes the need for humans to perform repetitive or mundane or dangerous tasks
Limitations of Online services(n.)
-Initially expensive to set up the software platforms
-If systems fail, the provision of services could experience major disruptions
-Requires technical training to operate and maintain(need high technical training of all the people the set up the software and do all the coding=need to be knowledgeable and have quick problem solving.)
-It can lead to large-scale redundancy of employees.
Limitations of Robotics(n.)
-Initially very expensive to set up.
-If the system fails, the production process could see major disruptions
-Technical training is needed to operate and maintain machinery
-It can lead to large-scale redundancy of employees.
Strengths of Online services(n.)
+Businesses can use cloud services to allow employees flexibility in working remotely
+Customers can access business services(like netflix) 24/7 from anywhere in the world
+Reduces costs through potentially removing or decreasing the need for physical brick-and-mortar stores.(remove physical processes and do everything online)
+Reduces costs through potentially reducing the number of employees needed.(do not need employees to provide services, as people can take part in the businesses services online, reducing the labour costs of the business.)
