CAD/CAM

• What does CAD stand for?

  Computer Aided Design
• What does CAM stand for?

  Computer Aided Manufacture
• What is one advantage of CAM systems?

  High production speed
• Why are CAM machines ideal for large volume production?

  They can work 24/7 with little human intervention
• How do CAM systems ensure product accuracy?

  They produce products accurately and consistently
• What is a reliability feature of CAM systems?

  They are reliable
• What flexibility do CAM systems offer?

  They can be reprogrammed
• What is a disadvantage of CAM systems?

  High initial setup costs
• Why is training required for CAM operators?

  Operators need to understand the system
• How can CAM systems be slower than traditional methods?

  They can be slower for one-off or low volume production
• What does CAD stand for?

  Computer-aided design
• What is CAD particularly good for?

  Producing working drawings and 3D models
• What is one advantage of CAD over manual drawing methods?

  Produces high quality and consistent drawings
• How can information be stored in CAD systems?

  Stored electronically and transmitted easily
• What benefit does CAD provide for complex assembly drawings?

  They can be produced quicker once familiar
• How does CAD help with standard parts?

  Standard parts can be accessed from a library
• What happens when changes are made to CAD drawings?

  Changes can be easily made and seen instantly
• How are components dimensioned in CAD packages?

  Automatically dimensioned with most packages
• What advantage does solid modeling provide in CAD?

  Allows viewing from various angles
• How can images be incorporated into CAD systems?

  Images can be scanned or photos imported
• What is a disadvantage of CAD systems regarding freehand sketching?

  They are not a substitute for freehand sketching
• What is a cost-related disadvantage of CAD systems?

  Initial setup cost can be expensive
• What is required for using CAD systems effectively?

  Operators need to be trained to use it