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What is the key difference between mechanization and automation?

Mechanization saves the use of human muscles, whereas automation saves the use of human judgement.

How does the impact of automation differ from mechanization?

Automation affects many industries at the same time, whereas mechanization affects one or two industries at the same time.

What is the key characteristic of fixed automation?

Fixed automation refers to the use of special-purpose machines to perform a specific task only.

What are the advantages of fixed automation?

The advantages of fixed automation are high production rates, lower manufacturing cost per unit, and uniform quality output. Signup and view all the answers

What is the main limitation of fixed automation?

Any changes in the product design or process means changing the fixed automation system, which is quite difficult. Signup and view all the answers

What are the advantages of Flexible Automation?

No time is lost while changes are made, easier to adapt changes of products, faster than programmable automation Signup and view all the answers

What are the limitations of Flexible Automation?

Higher cost of equipment/machinery, higher manufacturing cost per unit Signup and view all the answers

Define Low Cost Automation (LCA)?

A system where man and machine collaborate to achieve a goal with less investment and cost Signup and view all the answers

What are the advantages of Low Cost Automation (LCA)?

Improved consistency of product, reduced direct human labor costs, reduced manufacturing lead time, provides higher level jobs Signup and view all the answers

Why might the cost of equipment be a limitation for Flexible Automation?

Higher cost of equipment/machinery Signup and view all the answers

How does Flexible Automation differ from programmable automation in terms of speed?

Flexible Automation is faster than programmable automation Signup and view all the answers

What is one benefit of implementing Low Cost Automation for businesses?

Reduced manufacturing lead time and ability to respond quickly to consumer needs Signup and view all the answers

What is the main advantage of having Robotic arms that can be reprogrammed to do various tasks?

No time is lost while changes are made Signup and view all the answers

How does Low Cost Automation aim to provide higher level jobs?

In the development, maintenance, and running of the automated processes Signup and view all the answers

Why might the manufacturing cost per unit be higher with Flexible Automation?

Manufacturing cost per unit is higher Signup and view all the answers