This set of Flexible Manufacturing System Multiple Choice Questions & Answers (MCQs) focuses on “Personal Computers and Programmable Automation Controllers”.
1. What is the acronym of PID in the Programmable controllers?
a) Productive Integral Derivative
b) Proportional Integral Derivative
c) Productive Integral Device
d) Proportional Intellectual Device
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Explanation: In the Programmable Controllers, PID means Proportional Integral Derivative. It is an additional feature available in programmable controllers for the regulation of continuous variables like temperature and force.
2. Personal Computers can be readily connected to the equipment for process control.
a) False
b) True
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Explanation: Personal Computers require specialized cables in order to connect to the equipment for process control. On the other hand, Programmable Logic Controllers are readily connected to the equipment for process control.
3. Which function performs the operations of addition, subtraction and multiplication?
a) Binomial Distribution
b) Arithmetic Functions
c) Probability Functions
d) Complex Integral Functions
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Explanation: In order to perform basic operations such as addition, subtraction and multiplication, arithmetic functions are used. They can also perform complex control algorithms with conventional logic and sequence controls.
4. Which of the following functions have the ability to perform matrix operations?
a) Matrix Functions
b) Arithmetic Functions
c) Complex Functions
d) Binomial Functions
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Explanation: The functions which have the ability to perform matrix operations are known as Matrix functions. These are done on stored values which can be used to compare with the actual values based on the set of inputs given.
6. Which of the following functions are associated with business applications of personal computers?
a) Personal Functions
b) Data Processing
c) Democratic Processing
d) Operational Processing
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Explanation: The functions which are associated with the business applications of personal computers are Data processing and reporting functions. Programmable Controller manufacturers found it necessary to include these capabilities in them.
7. Which of the following involves integration of factory data into corporate information system?
a) Operator Monitoring
b) Material Handling
c) Personnel Monitoring
d) Enterprise Data Integration
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Explanation: Enterprise Data Integration involves integration of factory data into corporate information system. The Company’s business computer systems are associated with the Network connectivity and enterprise data integration.
8. What is meant by PAC?
a) Private Automation Controller
b) Programmable Automation Controllers
c) Personal Automation Controller
d) Personnel Automatic Controller
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Explanation: PAC means Programmable Automation Controller. It is an advanced version of Programmable Logic Controllers. It also has the capability to associate with personal computer applications.
9. Which control performs the same function as performed by the machine control unit?
a) Cellular Control
b) Functional and Productive Control
c) Protocol Control
d) Motion and servomotor control
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Explanation: Motion and Servomotor control will perform the same function as that done by the machine control unit. It is used for applications where precise control is required such as motors and actuators.
10. Programmable Automation Controllers are programmed using Ladder logic diagrams.
a) True
b) False
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Explanation: Programmable Automation Controllers are programmed using high end programming languages like C or C++. Sometimes, Programmable Automation Controllers will also develop their own specific languages for programming.
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