Human-Machine Interfaces in Industrial Settings

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Which technology greatly enhanced the role of PLC in the late 1970s?

  • Hydraulic actuators
  • Microprocessor (correct)
  • Vacuum tubes
  • Analog sensors

What is one advantage of PLC systems mentioned in the text?

  • Energy saving (correct)
  • Difficult troubleshooting
  • High cost
  • Slow operation

What is a key function of industrial communication networks in automation systems?

  • Reducing the number of sensors
  • Allowing components to exchange data in real-time (correct)
  • Preventing actuators from communicating
  • Isolating controllers from the system

Which aspect of PLC systems makes them cost-effective for controlling complex systems?

<p>Flexibility in programming (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of networks are industrial communication networks according to the text?

<p>Crucial part of modern industrial automation systems (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are PLC systems considered to have a small physical size?

<p>Because they have fewer electronic parts now (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one advantage of industrial communication networks mentioned in the text?

<p>Allowing real-time data exchange (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does the text mention ease of maintenance/troubleshooting as an advantage of PLC systems?

<p>To point out that troubleshooting is made easier with PLCs (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one common application of industrial communication networks in the logistics sector?

<p>Optimizing transportation routes (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do industrial communication networks contribute to preventing outages in critical infrastructure?

<p>By monitoring and controlling systems efficiently (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key future development in industrial communication networks mentioned in the text?

<p>Integration of artificial intelligence and machine learning (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can the use of wireless communication technologies benefit industrial automation systems?

<p>Simplify network expansion and upgrade processes (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant advantage of using 5G and Wi-Fi 6 in industrial communication networks?

<p>Easier network expansion and upgrading (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which sector benefits from the efficient monitoring and control provided by industrial communication networks?

<p>Energy and utilities (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do industrial communication networks impact the productivity of manufacturing processes?

<p>Monitor and control production processes efficiently (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What fundamental role do industrial communication networks play in modern industrial automation systems?

<p>Offering scalability, efficiency, and productivity benefits (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do artificial intelligence and machine learning enhance industrial communication networks?

<p>By enabling more proactive management of industrial processes (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What impact can the integration of AI and machine learning have on industrial communication networks?

<p>Enable more efficient management of industrial processes (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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