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UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA OM 300 CHILCUTT
FINAL EXAM WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS
Mass Customization Focus -correct-answer-The rapid, low-cost production of
goods and services that fulfill unique customer desires
RFID (radio frequency identification) -correct-answer-RFID is integrated circuitry
with its own tiny antennas that use radio waves to send signals a limited range—
usually a matter of yards.
ASRS (automated storage and retrieval systems) -correct-answer-provide for the
automatic placement and withdrawal of parts and products into and from
designated places in a warehouse
AGV (Automated Guided Vehicle) -correct-answer-Electronically guided and
controlled carts used in manufacturing and warehousing to move parts and
equipment.
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CIM (Computer Integrated Manufacturing) -correct-answer-When this capability is
integrated with inventory control, warehousing, and shipping as a part of a flexible
manufacturing system, the entire system is CIM
Vision Systems -correct-answer-Combine video cameras and computer
technology and are often used in inspection roles.
Natural Variation -correct-answer-Variability that affects every production process
to some degree and is to be expected; also known as common cause
Assignable Variation -correct-answer-variation in a production process that can be
traced to specific causes
Attribute Data -correct-answer-Data that shows whether a result meets a
requirement or not (yes/no, pass/fail).
Variable Data -correct-answer-Measures quantifiable or numerical conditions
UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA OM 300 CHILCUTT
FINAL EXAM WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS
Mass Customization Focus -correct-answer-The rapid, low-cost production of
goods and services that fulfill unique customer desires
RFID (radio frequency identification) -correct-answer-RFID is integrated circuitry
with its own tiny antennas that use radio waves to send signals a limited range—
usually a matter of yards.
ASRS (automated storage and retrieval systems) -correct-answer-provide for the
automatic placement and withdrawal of parts and products into and from
designated places in a warehouse
AGV (Automated Guided Vehicle) -correct-answer-Electronically guided and
controlled carts used in manufacturing and warehousing to move parts and
equipment.
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CIM (Computer Integrated Manufacturing) -correct-answer-When this capability is
integrated with inventory control, warehousing, and shipping as a part of a flexible
manufacturing system, the entire system is CIM
Vision Systems -correct-answer-Combine video cameras and computer
technology and are often used in inspection roles.
Natural Variation -correct-answer-Variability that affects every production process
to some degree and is to be expected; also known as common cause
Assignable Variation -correct-answer-variation in a production process that can be
traced to specific causes
Attribute Data -correct-answer-Data that shows whether a result meets a
requirement or not (yes/no, pass/fail).
Variable Data -correct-answer-Measures quantifiable or numerical conditions
