CIM Lesson 1.1: History of Manufacturing Flashcard REVIEW

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Which innovator introduced lean manufacturing techniques focused on efficiency and eliminating waste?

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Kiichiro Toyoda

Answer explanation

Kiichiro Toyoda developed the Toyota Production System, a foundation for lean manufacturing that emphasized waste reduction and continuous improvement.

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What is the main advantage of using an AGV in a factory setting?

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Reduces labor cost

Answer explanation

AGVs (Automated Guided Vehicles) reduce the need for human-operated transport, cutting labor costs and improving efficiency.

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Which system automatically stores and retrieves items in a warehouse environment? Options: AGV, CNC, FMS, ASRS

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ASRS

Answer explanation

An Automated Storage and Retrieval System (ASRS) uses computer-controlled systems to place and retrieve loads from defined storage locations.

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What is a workcell designed to do? Options: Paint vehicles, Store products, Group equipment by function, Move raw material

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Group equipment by function

Answer explanation

Workcells organize related machines and operations into a compact, efficient layout that allows smoother workflow.

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Which of the following describes Just-In-Time (JIT) manufacturing? Options: Parts arrive before the shift starts, Inventory is always full, Items arrive only as they are needed, All workers assemble final products

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Items arrive only as they are needed

Answer explanation

JIT reduces waste by having materials arrive exactly when they’re needed, preventing excess inventory.

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Which technology allows engineers to quickly test ideas using prototypes?

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Rapid prototyping

Answer explanation

Rapid prototyping (like 3D printing) allows engineers to create physical models quickly to test and refine designs.

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What innovation made mass production of identical parts possible in the early U.S. manufacturing industry? Options: Lean Manufacturing, The Assembly Line, Interchangeable Parts, Workcells

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Interchangeable Parts

Answer explanation

Eli Whitney's concept of interchangeable parts allowed products to be assembled from standardized pieces.

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Which manufacturing principle involves all employees in continuous improvement? Options: Six Sigma, FMS, Kaizen, JIT

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Kaizen

Answer explanation

Kaizen is a Japanese term meaning 'continuous improvement,' encouraging input from everyone in an organization.

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Which company developed the first electronically controlled conveyor system? Options: Toyota, Ford, Jervis B. Webb Co., General Motors

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Jervis B. Webb Co.

Answer explanation

The Jervis B. Webb Company pioneered electronically guided conveyors, laying the foundation for modern material transport.

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Which type of system adapts easily to new products and workflows? Options: Rigid Manufacturing, Fixed Automation, Flexible Manufacturing System, Manual Workbench

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Flexible Manufacturing System

Answer explanation

FMS can adapt quickly to changes in product types or volume, increasing responsiveness and productivity.