Exercise 14. Make up general and disjunctive questions, and answer them according to the models to enhance your speaking skills.

 

Model A: FMS incorporates a system view of manufacturing.

Does FMS incorporate a system view of manufacturing? — Yes, it does.

FMS incorporates a system view of manufacturing, doesn't it? — Yes, it does.

1. FMS consists of several CNC machines and material handling systems. 2. FMS incorporates two or more cells. 3. Central control system interconnects a group of numerically-controlled machine tools. 4. Automated production system produces one or more families of parts in a flexible manner. 5. The prospect presents the possibility of producing nonstandard parts.

 

Model B: FMSs create a competitive advantage.

Do FMSs create a competitive advantage? — Yes, they do.

FMSs create a competitive advantage, don't they? — Yes, they do.

1. Flexible machining systems operate without being controlled by a person. 2. FMSs approach efficiencies and economies of mass production. FMSs maintain the flexibility required for smallsize production. 4. Work stations contain machine tools, performing such operations as milling, boring, drilling, etc. 5. Computers and microprocessors perform several tasks.