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What is the purpose of CNC machines?
What is the purpose of CNC machines?
- To manipulate objects and perform repetitive tasks
- To automate storage and retrieval systems
- To handle material in manufacturing
- To perform a variety of operations controlled by software code (correct)
Which system is described as an automated material handling system for producing diverse parts?
Which system is described as an automated material handling system for producing diverse parts?
- Flexible manufacturing system (FMS) (correct)
- Robots
- Computer numerically control (CNC)
- Automated storage and retrieval system (ASRS)
What distinguishes robots from workers in terms of performance?
What distinguishes robots from workers in terms of performance?
- Robots are less consistent than workers
- Robots are more flexible than workers
- Robots are controlled by software code
- Robots are more consistent but less flexible than workers (correct)
What type of system is the Automated Storage and Retrieval System (ASRS)?
What type of system is the Automated Storage and Retrieval System (ASRS)?
Which type of manipulator can be programmed to perform repetitive tasks?
Which type of manipulator can be programmed to perform repetitive tasks?