14 Questions
What is the main objective of industrial automation?
To increase productivity and make tooling more flexible
In industrial automation, what term is used to define continuous manufacturing processes?
Process
What technology revolutionized industrial automation by replacing wired logic control systems?
Programmable logic controller (PLC)
Which term is commonly used for defining manufacturing of discrete parts in English?
Manufacturing
What industry is an example of continuous manufacturing processes in industrial automation?
Chemical
How did the programmable logic controller (PLC) contribute to industrial automation?
Improved control systems replacing wired logic
What does 'plant' refer to in the context of industrial automation?
'Plant' refers to the process or device to be automated
What is the main purpose of industrial automation as mentioned in the text?
Increase productivity and make tooling more flexible
Why is it convenient to treat continuous manufacturing processes and discrete parts manufacturing separately?
Differentiated terms are used for each type of manufacturing in English
What was a significant advancement that led to increased productivity in industrial automation?
Emergence of programmable logic controllers (PLCs)
Which term is used to define the manufacturing of discrete parts in English?
Manufacturing
What did the great industrial automation boom result from?
Emergence of programmable logic controllers (PLCs)
Why is automation applied to both continuous and discrete manufacturing processes?
To enhance productivity and flexibility in tooling
What is the purpose of dedicating humans to creative tasks in industrial automation?
To innovate and add value through creativity
Explore the fundamentals of industrial automation, including its applications in continuous manufacturing processes and discrete parts. Learn about the different types of processes and terms used in English to differentiate between them.
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