CAD and CAM in Manufacturing Quiz

What does CAM stand for?

• Computer Automated Measurement

• Computer Aided Manufacturing

• Controlled Advanced Machinery

• Computer Advanced Management

Which file type is most commonly used to send vector designs to a laser cutter?

• .bmp

• .jpg

• .dxf

• .gif

What is the primary benefit of using a laser cutter in manufacturing?

• It reduces material cost

• It creates low-quality edges

• It increases speed and precision

• It uses bitmap files directly

Which of the following is a reason for using different colour lines (e.g., red, black) in a CAD drawing for laser cutting?

• To make the drawing more decorative

• To indicate different types of cuts or engravings

• To show where the material should be painted

• To add texture to the material

What is the process called when converting a bitmap image into a vector format for laser cutting?

• Engraving

• CNC Milling

• Rasterization

• Vectorisation

Which of the following is an advantage of CAD over traditional sketching?

• Cannot be modified

• Takes longer to develop ideas

• Easily shared and modified

• Must be printed before editing

What type of production is CAM most suited to?

• One-off handmade items

• Small handmade batch items

• Large batch or mass production

• Organic farming

Which of the following is NOT an advantage of using CAD software?

• Files can be edited quickly

• Designs can be rendered in 3D

• CAD guarantees a perfect final product

• Designs can be easily backed up and stored

What is the name of the machine that uses a digital file to build up 3D models layer by layer?

• Milling Machine

• 3D Printer

• Laser Engraver

• CNC Router

Discuss how using CAD and CAM can improve both the quality and efficiency of manufacturing a prototype. In your answer, refer to: The design process, Material use, Accuracy and repeatability, Suitability for batch or mass production