Manufacturing and Production Processes Flashcards
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What is the primary purpose of Statistical Process Control (SPC)?
Answer: To monitor and control a process using statistical methods
SPC uses statistical methods to monitor production processes and detect variations before defects occur.
In manufacturing, what does 'just-in-time' (JIT) inventory mean?
Answer: Receiving materials only when needed to reduce storage costs
JIT inventory means materials arrive exactly when needed in the production process, minimizing inventory holding costs.
Which of the following best describes a 'prototype' in product development?
Answer: A preliminary model used to test and evaluate a design
A prototype is an early sample or model built to test a concept or design before full-scale production.
What is the function of a quality control inspection at the end of a production line?
Answer: To verify finished products meet specified standards before shipment
End-of-line inspection ensures that completed products conform to quality specifications before reaching customers.
Which machine operation removes material by rotating a cutting tool against a stationary workpiece?
Answer: Milling
Milling uses a rotating multi-point cutter to remove material from a stationary or moving workpiece to create flat or contoured surfaces.
In manufacturing, what does 'cycle time' refer to?
Answer: The total time required to complete one production cycle
Cycle time is the total elapsed time from the start to the completion of a single unit in a production process.