Quiz on Industrial Processes

What is the main characteristic of a continuous industrial process?

• Operates with distinct batches of products

• Runs 24/7 without interruptions

• Combines continuous and batch processes

• Uses manual adjustments for each stage

Which of the following industries commonly uses discrete processes?

• Oil refining

• Chemical manufacturing

• Automotive manufacturing

• Power generation

What is the primary role of sensors in industrial processes?

• To convert energy into mechanical motion

• To monitor and measure physical properties

• To control and optimize production flow

• To generate electricity for systems

Which type of sensor is commonly used for detecting the flow rate of liquids or gases?

• Proximity sensor

• Optical sensor

• Flow sensor

• Pressure sensor

What type of actuator is ideal for tasks requiring heavy-duty force?

• A) Hydraulic actuator

• B) Pneumatic actuator

• C) Electric actuator

• D) Thermal actuator

SCADA systems are primarily used for:

• Designing new production lines

• Real-time monitoring and control of operations

• Training workers on safety standards

• Managing financial resources in factories

How does IoT contribute to predictive maintenance?

• By shutting down machines when problems occur

• By replacing older systems with new ones

• By providing real-time notifications on machine health

• By increasing production speed regardless of machine condition

What is a key challenge in implementing Industry 4.0?

• Lack of interest in automation

• High levels of manual labor availability

• Outdated IT infrastructure

• Lack of sensors for monitoring systems

Which of the following is NOT a component of instrumentation systems?

• Sensors

• Actuators

• Controllers

• Packaging lines

What is a core goal of Industry 4.0?

• Increase manual intervention in processes

• Enhance real-time decision-making

• Reduce automation in factories

• Eliminate the use of IoT in production