This set of Flexible Manufacturing System Multiple Choice Questions & Answers (MCQs) focuses on “Storage System Performance”.
1. Which is defined as the total volumetric space available for storing in storage systems?
a) Efficiency
b) Bandwidth
c) Throughput
d) Storage Capacity
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Explanation: The analyzing parameter which is defined as the total volumetric space available for storing in storage systems is known as storage capacity. It means the total number of storage compartments used to hold equipments.
2. How is the storage system conveniently measured as?
a) Number of Guided wires
b) Number of Operators
c) Number of Unit Loads
d) Number of Machines
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Explanation: The storage system conveniently measured as the number of unit loads. Unit loads are placed in storage systems using specialized devices such as pallets, tote pans or other containers.
3. Which category of materials does the partially completed parts belong to?
a) Raw Materials
b) Scrap
c) Work in Progress
d) Purchased Parts
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Explanation: The category of materials in which the partially completed parts between processing operations belong to is known as work in progress. In this category, parts waiting for assembly are also included.
4. The physical capacity of storage system will be less than the maximum number of loads.
a) False
b) True
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Explanation: The physical capacity of storage system should be greater than the maximum number of loads. This must be satisfied in order to make use of available empty spaces and allow for variations in maximum storage requirements.
5. Which of the following is defined as the volumetric space available for actual storage relative to the total volumetric space available in the facility?
a) Accessibility
b) System Monitoring
c) System Throughput
d) Storage Density
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Explanation: The storage system analyzing parameter which is defined as the volumetric space available for actual storage relative to the total volumetric space available in the facility is known as storage density.
6. Which is defined as the capability to access any desired item in the storage system?
a) System Monitoring
b) Accessibility
c) Storage Density
d) System Throughput
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Explanation: The storage system analyzing parameter which is defined as the capability to access any desired item or load which is stored in the system in the storage system is known as accessibility. It must be emphasized taking consideration of the workers handling the materials.
7. Which is defined as the hourly rate at which the storage system receives and delivers load the output station?
a) System Throughput
b) Accessibility
c) System Monitoring
d) Vehicle Performance
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Explanation: The storage system analyzing parameter which is defined as the hourly rate at which the storage system receives and delivers load the output station is known as system throughput. The storage system must be designed for the maximum throughput per day.
8. Which process has the combined storage and retrieval transactions in a cycle thus reducing travel time?
a) Triple Command Cycle
b) Dual Command Cycle
c) Single Command Cycle
d) Half Command Cycle
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Explanation: The Process which has the combined storage and retrieval transactions in a cycle is known as dual command cycle. In this cycle, the travel time is significantly reduced.
9. In storage system, when either storage or retrieval transaction time is considered it is known as half command cycle.
a) False
b) True
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Explanation: In storage system, when either storage or retrieval transaction time is considered it is known as single command cycle. The ability to perform single command cycle depends entirely on demand and scheduling issues.
10. Which of the following is defined as the proportion of time that the system is actually being used for storage and retrieval operations?
a) Accessibility
b) Utilization
c) Availability
d) Workability
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Explanation: In storage systems, the analyzing parameter which is defined as the proportion of time that the system is actually being used for storage and retrieval operation is known as utilization. It is a variable parameter which usually varies from hour to hour depending on the requirements.
11. Which is termed as the proportion of time that the system is capable of operating compared with normally scheduled shift hours?
a) Workability
b) Availability
c) Accessibility
d) Harden ability
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Explanation: In storage systems, the analyzing parameter which is termed as the proportion of time that the system is capable of operating compared with normally scheduled shift hours is known as availability. It is measure of system reliability.
12. What is meant by S/R operations in storage systems?
a) Storage Retrieval Operations
b) Standing and Running Operations
c) Stable and Running Operations
d) Stick and Run Operations
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Explanation: The Term S/R operations in storage systems generally mean Storage Retrieval Operations. It involves loading of materials from loading station to the unloading station in the storage cabin.
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