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MECH870TrainerLAP9Homework

True/False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
 

 1. 

A typical part pickup module is a z-axis manipulator and gripper combined.
 

 2. 

A traverse module enables the robot or manipulator to move in a lateral direction, which lets it cover a larger workspace and provide additional material capabilities to manipulator.
 

Multiple Choice
Identify the choice that best completes the statement or answers the question.
 

 3. 

Three types of automated storage systems are ASRS, servo robotic, and _____________.
a.
conveyer
c.
non-servo pick and place
b.
automated guided vehicle
d.
storage bins
 

 4. 

A two-axis pick and place manipulator uses a __________ for horizontal movement.
a.
rodless cylinder
c.
powerd slide
b.
double acting cylinder
d.
conveyer
 

 5. 

The most common type of grippers are 2-point curilinear and _____________.
a.
2-point grip
c.
3-point curvilinear
b.
2-point parallel
d.
none of the above
 

 6. 

Rodless cylinders use ________ to prevent the piston from slamming into the end caps.
a.
shock absorbers
c.
end cushions
b.
hard stops
d.
limit switches
 

 7. 

A phototransistor optical interrupter switch produces a beam of infrared radiation that comes from the __________ and is directed towards the sensor’s phototransistor.
a.
cathode
c.
anode
b.
collector
d.
diode
 

 8. 

A programmable parts storage station is a combination of a _________________.
a.
2-axis manipulator and gripper
c.
2-axis manipulator with gripper, conveyer, and storage facility.
b.
2-axis manipulator with gripper and storage facility
d.
none of the above
 

 9. 

The most basic way to program a reset function is to turn all output devices on or off _________ to return the actuators to their start positions.
a.
individually
c.
not at all
b.
at the same time
d.
in a specific order
 



 
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