Introduction to Automated Systems

An Automated System is where you provide the input, the machine or computer carries out the process and provides you with the output.

• True

• False

The following are examples of Automated Systems except for:

• Washing Machine

• Video Recorder

• Microwave

• Knife

The following are Advantages of Automated Systems except for:

• They can carry out tasks much faster.

• They do repetitive tasks.

• Work without a break.

• They are not used in hazardous environments.

A sensor is a device which detects a physical quantity

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• False

The following are examples of sensors except:

• Light sensor

• Drawing sensor

• Heat sensor

• Bump sensor

AGV stands for Autonomous Guided Vertical

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• False

An Autonomous Guided Vehicle is a vehicle that is programmed by a computer system to move about a factory floor delivering parts to working stations or removing waste.

• True

• False

AGVs (Autonomous Guided Vehicles) are controlled in 2 different ways.

• True

• False

Remotely Operated Vehicles are used in hazardous environments where it is not safe for humans to go.

• True

• False

Autonomous Guided Vehicles can be used for bomb disposal, under water and space explorations.

• True

• False