(a)
Interpretation:Whether the cost is an advantage or disadvantage of FMS.
Concept Introduction:
A flexible manufacturing system (FMS) is referred to the production method that is designed in such a way that it could easily adapt to the changes in the quality and quantity of the goods being manufactured.
(b)
Interpretation:Whether the capacity to handle different parts needed is an advantage or disadvantage of FMS.
Concept Introduction:
A flexible manufacturing system (FMS) refers to the production method that is designed in such a way that it could easily adapt to changes in the quality and quantity of the goods being manufactured.
(c)
Interpretation:Whether advancement in manufacturing units is an advantage or disadvantage of FMS.
Concept Introduction:
A flexible manufacturing system (FMS) refers to the production method that is designed in such a way that it could easily adapt to changes in the quality and quantity of the goods being manufactured.
(d)
Interpretation:Whether the reliability is an advantage or disadvantage of FMS.
Concept Introduction:
A flexible manufacturing system (FMS) refers to the production method that is designed in such a way that it could easily adapt to changes in the quality and quantity of the goods being manufactured.
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