IE454 Industrial Robots: Robotic Cell Deployment Cycle

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What is the purpose of the project definition phase in robotic cell deployment?

To explain the project to the employees

To identify the team members for the project

To determine the specific manual cell to be automated (correct)

To gather information about the company's history

What should be done after defining the scope of a robotic cell deployment project?

Create a detailed budget plan

Immediately launch the project

Conduct a risk assessment

Start assembling the team (correct)

What is an essential consideration when assembling the team for a robotic cell deployment project?

Ignoring role responsibilities for flexibility

Providing a detailed budget plan

Assigning job titles based on responsibilities (correct)

Overlooking crucial tasks based on job titles

What is the first step in explaining the robotic cell deployment project?

Figure out why the company is investing in robotics (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is NOT a part of the prepare phase in robotic cell deployment?

Gathering information about competitors (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of a project manager in robotic cell deployment?

To oversee and coordinate the project (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of defining valuable output in the context of a manual station in a factory?

To understand what input the cell customer needs (D) Signup and view all the answers

What information does the 'DEFINE INPUT' step aim to capture for the robotic cell concept?

Nature of the part(s) presentation (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main challenge for a robot in many applications, as mentioned in the text?

Picking up parts (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'DESCRIBE PROCESS' step involve capturing information on?

Hidden tasks that are trivial for operators (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of documenting flow of information in a manual task mapping?

To understand how information affects the task (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does 'MEASURE CELL KPIs' involve in the context of a manual task summary?

Measuring current KPI targets and how they are measured (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the key aspect of defining valuable output as mentioned in the text?

Understanding input needs of the cell customer (D) Signup and view all the answers

In manual task mapping, what does 'DEFINE INPUT' aim to define?

Nature of the part(s) presentation (B) Signup and view all the answers

What information does 'DESCRIBE PROCESS' capture at a manual station?

Hidden tasks that are trivial for operators (D) Signup and view all the answers

What key aspect does documenting flow of information focus on in a manual task mapping?

Understanding how information affects the task (B) Signup and view all the answers

In manual task mapping, what does 'MEASURE CELL KPIs' involve?

Measuring current KPI targets and how they are measured (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of manual task mapping in the context of lean robotics?

To create a static snapshot of the starting point for improvement (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in the manual task mapping process?

Identifying the end of the process (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main goal when presenting an integration project at the kickoff session?

To gather everyone involved in the project and present it as a mission to be accomplished (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the underlying philosophy of the manual and robotic task mapping steps in lean robotics?

To understand how the existing output is produced and how the robot can produce the desired output (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of mobilizers in an internal project selling process?

To influence project dynamics and prevent negative perceptions about a project (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the benefit of understanding the 'why' before contributing to the 'how'?

It enables better contribution to the 'how' (B) Signup and view all the answers

In lean manufacturing, what does every improvement project start with?

A map of the current value stream (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the goal when laying the groundwork with mobilizers in an internal project selling process?

To influence project dynamics and prevent negative perceptions about a project (C) Signup and view all the answers

What should be done after completing manual task mapping?

Create a static snapshot of the starting point for improvement (B) Signup and view all the answers

What should be avoided when presenting an integration project at the kickoff session?

Using technical jargon, especially when it comes to technical terms (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the output of the design phase in lean robotics?

The robotic cell plan and equipment delivered for assembly (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of presenting typical questions for answering during a lean robotics project?

To develop a strategy for answering questions related to safety and project impact on employees (D) Signup and view all the answers