Please indicate whether each statement of the following is True (T) or False (F) by

circling T or F.
1. T F In CNC machines, a dedicated computer is used to perform the most
of basic NC machine functions.T
2. T F Direct Numerical Control (DNC) uses tap readers. F
3. T F No limitation for the number or size of programs stored in Direct
Numerical Control (DNC).T
4. T F Various machine tools can communicate with the computer in real
time in Direct Numerical Control (DNC).T
5. T F The stored part program listing can be used for future production in
CNC machine. T
6. T F Robotic manipulators used in manufacturing are examples of fixed
robots. T

*Mention two functions that may be automatic in NC machine?

 Starting and stopping of the machine tool spindle;
 Controlling the spindle speed;
 Positioning the tool at the desired location and guiding it along the desired
path by automatic control of the motion of slides;
 Controlling the feed rate; and
Changing the tools.

*Define robot in three words?

programmable arm simulator

*List three advantages of DNC?

Elimination of punched tapes and tape readers
Convenient storage of NC part programs in computer files
Greater computational capability and flexibility
Reporting of shop performance.
Convenient editing and diagnostic features.

*Why robots is used to perform task which would otherwise be performed by

humans?
 Safety ‫األمان‬
 Efficiency ‫الكفاءة‬
 Reliability ‫الدقة‬
 Worker Redeployment ‫اعادة توزيع العمال‬
 Cost reduction ‫تقليل التكلفة‬

*What are Main Components of Industrial Robots?

 Arm or Manipulator
 End effectors
  Drive Mechanism
 Controller
 Custom features: e.g. sensors and transducers

*Mention types of drive system in robots?

• Hydraulic ‫هيدروليكي‬
– High strength and high speed
– Large robots, Takes floor space
– Mechanical Simplicity
– Used usually for heavy payloads

• Electric Motor (Servo/Stepper) ‫محرك كهربائي‬

– High accuracy and repeatability

– Low cost
– Less floor space

– Easy maintenance

• Pneumatic ‫هوائي‬
– Smaller units, quick assembly
– High cycle rate – Easy maintenance

Choose the answer from the following words:

1. Direct Numerical Control (DNC) 2. Robot 3. Machining center

4. Robot sensors 5. End Effectors

1. It is capable of performing a variety of different operations: Machining

drilling, tapping, reaming, milling, and boring. center

2. It is a manufacturing system in which a number of machines Direct

are controlled by a computer through direct- connection and Numerical
in real time Control (DNC)
3. It is a programmable, multifunction manipulator designed to Robot
move material, parts, tools, or special devices through
variable programmed motions for the performance of a
variety of tasks
4. Device attached to the robot’s wrist to perform a specific End Effectors
task
5. Measure robot configuration/condition and its environment Robot sensors
and send such information to robot controller as electronic
signals