Section A

• What does automation refer to in production?

  Using automatic equipment in production
• How do automated machines improve production time?

  They carry out procedures multiple times
• What is robotics a part of?

  Automation
• Why are robotics popular in manufacturing?

  They increase efficiency and handle harmful materials
• What is smart technology?

  Technology that uses a chip to store information
• What is a modular building?

  A building made of smaller, prebuilt parts
• What are the advantages of automation in manufacturing?

  • Increased efficiency and speed of production
  • Can perform repetitive tasks without breaks
  • Ability to work in dangerous environments
  • Reduced labor costs
  • Less waste due to greater accuracy
• What are the disadvantages of automation in manufacturing?

  • Job losses due to replacement of manual jobs
  • High startup costs for automation
  • Limited human input can cause difficulties
  • Workers need training to maintain machinery
• What does JIT stand for in manufacturing?

  Just in Time
• What is the purpose of JIT production?

  To create items as they are demanded
• What is a flexible manufacturing system (FMS)?

  A system that can be easily reprogrammed
• What does CAD stand for?

  Computer Aided Design
• What is the main advantage of CAD?

  Better precision and accuracy than humans
• What is a disadvantage of CAD?

  Software can be expensive
• What is a microcontroller?

  A single board computer for processing functions
• What is a life cycle assessment (LCA)?

  It looks at the carbon footprint of a product
• What are product miles?

  The distance a product travels from manufacture to use
• What is one way to reduce product miles?

  Minimize the number of trips taken
• What are the 6 R's in sustainability?

  1. Reduce
  2. Reuse
  3. Recycle
  4. Repair
  5. Refuse
  6. Rethink
• What is the impact of pollution from manufacturing?

  It introduces harmful materials into the environment
• What is the purpose of a toggle switch?

  To control the flow of current
• What does a thermistor do?

  Its resistance decreases as temperature increases
• What is the function of an accelerometer?

  To detect changes in motion or orientation
• What is the role of a processor in a system?

  To process inputs and control outputs
• What is the purpose of a reed switch?

  To detect the opening of a window
• What is the function of a buzzer?

  To produce sound when activated
• What is the purpose of a light-dependent resistor (LDR)?

  To sense changes in light levels
• What is the role of a motor in a system?

  To convert electrical energy into motion
• What is the function of a toggle switch?

  To turn devices on or off
• What is the purpose of a microcontroller?

  To control various electronic devices
• What is the significance of a short circuit?

  It indicates a break in the circuit
• What is the purpose of a pressure sensor?

  To detect changes in pressure
• What is the function of a vibration motor?

  To create vibrations for feedback
• What is the purpose of a light bulb?

  To emit light when current flows
• What is the role of a speaker?

  To produce sound using electromagnetism
• What is the significance of a microcontroller?

  It provides functionality and intelligence
• What is the impact of using fossil fuels in manufacturing?

  It contributes to increased carbon emissions
• What is the purpose of continuous improvement in manufacturing?

  To make small improvements for efficiency
• What is the role of waste disposal in manufacturing?

  To manage the environmental impact of waste
• What is the significance of the cradle to grave cycle?

  It assesses the entire life of a product