Meerut Institute of Engineering & Technology, Meerut Assignment No.01 Subject –Computer Aided Manufacturing (NME-031) Q1. Define Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM). In What way have the computer had an impact on Manufacturing? Explain direct and indirect role of computers in manufacturing. Q2. What is Automation? “Numerical Control can be defined as a form of programmable automation.”-Explain this statement. Why complete automation is not acceptable to Indian Society? Q3. What is the difference between fixed automation and programmable automation? Q4. Briefly explain the ten strategies for automation and write short notes on automation migration strategy. Q5. Write the basic elements of an automated system and basic type of control system. Q6. Write Levels of Automation/Mechanization. Q7. What are the applications of Automation? Write in brief.