Deck 29: Welding Automation and Robotics

Question 1

Movement along the z-axis is also referred to as ____ movement.

A) longitudinal
B) latitudinal
C) transverse
D) vertical

Answer 1

D

Question 2

In a(n) ____ process, the joining is performed by equipment requiring the welding operator to observe the progress of the weld and make adjustments as required.

A) manual joining
B) automated joining
C) machine joining
D) automatic joining

Answer 2

C

Question 3

The robot is a prime component in an automated ____.

A) automation unit
B) production system
C) assembly
D) work cell

Answer 3

D

Question 4

The rate of travel or speed at which the weld progresses along the joint affects ____.

A) the size and shape of the weld
B) the width, reinforcement, and penetration of the weld
C) the strength, appearance, and possible acceptance of the joint
D) the reinforcement, width, and appearance of the weld

Question 5

A(n) ____ can synchronize the robot's operation to positioners, conveyors, automatic fixtures, and other production machines.

A) additional robot
B) welder
C) synchronizer
D) computer

Question 6

Most robots can move in three basic directions: ____.

A) radial, transverse, and vertical
B) radial, longitudinal, and transverse
C) longitudinal, transverse, and vertical
D) latitudinal, longitudinal, and radial

Question 7

The manipulation of the electrode or torch in a straight line or oscillating pattern affects ____.

A) the size and shape of the weld
B) the width, reinforcement, and penetration of the weld
C) the strength, appearance, and possible acceptance of the joint
D) the reinforcement, width, and appearance of the weld

Question 8

Which of the following is true of system planning regarding parts design?

A) The robot's arm can reach any place accessible to the welder.
B) Mockups and CAD/CAM can be used after the robot is installed to reduce problems.
C) The parts design should consider the lower heat input from automated processes.
D) When possible, all welds should be performed in the flat position.

Question 9

The waste stub in SMA electrodes represents approximately ____ % of the filler metal that must be discarded.

A) five
B) ten
C) fifteen
D) twenty

Question 10

A(n) ____ prevents spatter buildup from clogging the welding torch.

A) welding tip service station
B) antispatter removal arm
C) automated antispatter spray gun
D) automated antispatter system

Question 11

A higher speed during arm articulation to a new position can ____.

A) increase safety risks
B) increase productivity
C) decrease safety risks
D) decrease productivity

Question 12

In a(n) ____ process, there is no dedicated machine for each product and the equipment can be easily adapted or changed to produce a wide variety of high-quality welds.

A) manual joining
B) automated joining
C) machine joining
D) automatic joining

Question 13

Which of the following is true of system planning?

A) A system using a robot can be 60% more productive.
B) Premature investment in automation can be more costly than it can be productive.
C) Investment in automation will always pay off in increased profits.
D) A comprehensive market analysis can be expensive and is usually not necessary.

Question 14

The placement or location of the weld bead within the weld joint affects ____.

A) the size and shape of the weld
B) the width, reinforcement, and penetration of the weld
C) the strength, appearance, and possible acceptance of the joint
D) the reinforcement, width, and appearance of the weld

Question 15

Movement along the x-axis is also referred to as ____ movement.

A) longitudinal
B) latitudinal
C) transverse
D) vertical

Question 16

Movement along the y-axis is also referred to as ____ movement.

A) longitudinal
B) latitudinal
C) transverse
D) vertical

Question 17

A system using a robot can be ____ % more productive than a system using manual welders.

A) 20
B) 50
C) 60
D) 80

Question 18

The size and configuration of the work zone depends upon ____.

A) the number of axes and reach of the robot
B) the number of arms the robot has
C) the size of the robot
D) the amount of memory the robot has

Question 19

____ are the three most common storage methods for computer programs.

A) USB flash drive, DVD, and tape drive
B) USB flash drive, CD, and disc storage
C) Punch card, tape drive, and floppy disk
D) Floppy disk, CD, and DVD

Question 20

A(n) ____ process is a dedicated process that does not require adjustments to be made by the operator during the actual welding cycle.

A) manual joining
B) automated joining
C) machine joining
D) automatic joining

Question 21

Explain how semiautomatic joining processes reduce waste and save time.

Question 22

A signal from the ____ indicates that the parts are in place.

A) positioner
B) welder
C) supervisor
D) controller

Question 23

A(n) ____________________ is a manufacturing unit consisting of two or more work stations.

Question 24

A(n) ____________________ joining process is one in which the filler metal is fed into the weld automatically.Most other functions are controlled manually by the welder.

Question 25

The most commonly used semiautomatic arc welding process is ____________________.

Question 26

​The use of technology to reduce production time, increase output, and reduce costs began as early as the ______________.

A) ​1920s
B) ​1940s
C) ​1960s
D) ​1980s

Question 27

____________________ technology can aid in selecting assembly methods, planning the product flow through the manufacturing steps, and scheduling the various operations to reduce the actual production costs.

Question 28

Explain the role of the welding operator in a machine joining process.

Question 29

A(n) ____________________ is a "reprogrammable, multifunctional manipulator designed to move material, parts, tools, or specialized devices through variable programmed motions for the performance of a variety of tasks."

Question 30

To ensure that the system achieves maximum productivity, it is important that all components be able to be ____.

A) stopped by the welder
B) remotely controlled
C) programmed
D) controlled by the welder

Question 31

​In a(n) ____ process, the welder controls all of the manipulation, rate of travel, joint tracking, and in some cases, the rate at which filler metal is added to the weld.

A) ​manual joining
B) ​automated joining
C) ​machine joining
D) ​automatic joining

Question 32

Summarize the safety recommendations for the use of automatic welding equipment and robots.

Question 33

The ____________________ is the period of time from starting one operation to starting another.

Question 34

The use of the robot together with a rotating table or ____________________ can increase its effective work zone.

Question 35

The early industrial robots were mainly ____________________ robots used to move material with little repetitive accuracy required.

Question 36

After the robot has been programmed by the teaching session, a test run should be made.Explain what the test run consists of.

Question 37

____________________ should be mounted around the floor and work area to stop all movement when unauthorized personnel are detected in the work area during the operation.

Question 38

Describe the method of programming in which the robot is taught to move its arm along the desired path.

Question 39

____________________ technology can help in selecting materials, specifying thicknesses, and locating supports to ensure good engineering design of products.

Question 40

Advancements in the future are limited only by ____.

A) hardware technology
B) our imagination
C) software technology
D) the cost of developing technology