Quiz - Mechatronics

With computer numerical control (CNC) machining centers, the ____ is controlled by the computer program.

• tool changing process

• tool movement

• workpiece movement

• All options

A stamping operation in which shapes in metal are cut with punches and dies is known as ____.

• blanking

• grinding

• milling

• shearing

____ is a process in which molten metal is forced into a mold under pressure.

• Die casting

• Investment casting

• Permanent mold casting

• Sand casting

Plastic mold kits are made by ____ molding.

• composite

• compression

• injection

• transfer

True or False? Reinforced plastics are a type of composite.

• True

• False

Additive manufacturing _______.

• builds objects layer by layer

• can rapidly create prototypes

• can create fully functional parts

• All of these options

What is the definition of fatigue strength?

• The material’s ability to stretch, bend, or twist without

  breaking.

• The measure of how well the material accommodates the

  movement of an electrical charge.

• When a material breaks or shatters with the application of tensile stress.

• Measures the material’s resistance to various types of rapidly changing stresses.

Select the most appropriate definition for sustainable manufacturing

• Also known as additive manufacturing or 3D printing. The process

  of making a part from a digital model by adding material in layers.

• The creation of products and processes that do not pollute,

  that conserve energy/natural resources, and are economically sound and safe for employees

  and consumers.

• Identical parts that are manufactured to a specification so that

  one part can easily replace another without having to build a custom part.

• The process in which a piece or raw material is cut into the desired part, generally involves a controlled removal of the raw material.

What is the definition of composite materials?

• Inorganic and nonmetallic materials formed from powdered materials through the application of heat.

• Elements, compounds, or alloys that account for roughly two-thirds of all materials.

• Elements commonly referred to as plastics or rubber

• Any combination(s) of two or more distinct materials, in which those materials maintain their original properties.

Identify this component

• Arduino Uno board

• Raspberry Pi

• Breadboard

• White Plastic Board