p1-digital designs and manufacture

Question 1

CAD

Answer 1

using computers to design and develop products

Question 2

CAM

Answer 2

using computer-controlled equipment to machine materials

Question 3

CNC

Answer 3

program, converted from CAD files special codes to control CAM

Question 4

virtually modelling

Answer 4

3D CAD files to simulate aspects of the performance of products before manufactured

Question 5

CFD

Answer 5

virtual testing of products in liquid or gases using CAD based software

Question 6

FEA

Answer 6

virtual testing of components and products to identify stress or weak points

Question 7

EPOS

Answer 7

computer system using barcodes and other devices to monitor product sales

Question 8

MPS
-master production schedule

Answer 8

software-based system to organise and schedule product manufacture

Question 9

Kanban

Answer 9

factory material and component monitoring and re-ordering system to JIT production

Question 10

RFID

Answer 10

scannable electronic devices used to track parts and products