AI in Manufacturing and Industrial Processes AIE Practice Questions (Page 3)

Questions 11–15

1. 11application · medium

   A warehouse uses forklifts and human workers in the same aisles. There have been near-miss incidents. The safety manager wants to reduce the risk of collisions while allowing workers and forklifts to operate in the same space. Which AI-based solution is most effective?

   • AImplement a predictive maintenance program for forklifts to ensure brakes are always working properly.
   • BEquip forklifts with AI-powered computer vision and sensors that detect workers and automatically slow or stop the forklift when a person is too close.
   • CUse a digital twin to simulate forklift routes and redesign the warehouse layout to separate workers and forklifts.
   • DRequire all workers to wear high-visibility vests and install mirrors at aisle intersections.
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2. 12application · medium

   A factory wants to test a new production line configuration without disrupting current operations. They have a detailed 3D model of the line and historical sensor data. The goal is to predict how the new configuration will affect throughput and energy use before any physical changes are made. Which approach is most appropriate?

   • ABuild an AI-driven digital twin that simulates the new configuration using historical data and runs 'what-if' scenarios to estimate throughput and energy.
   • BRun a small pilot of the new configuration on one shift and compare results with the current line.
   • CUse a predictive maintenance model to estimate when the new line would need maintenance.
   • DImplement a computer vision system to monitor the current line and detect bottlenecks in real time.
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4. 13application · medium

   An electronics manufacturer assembles circuit boards at high speed. Currently, human inspectors visually check each board for soldering defects, but they miss subtle defects and cannot keep up with the line speed. The company wants to automate inspection without stopping the line. Which solution is most appropriate?

   • AIncrease the number of human inspectors and provide them with magnifying glasses to improve detection.
   • BRun a batch of boards through an offline X-ray machine at the end of each shift and manually review the images.
   • CUse robotic arms to physically probe each solder joint with a contact sensor to verify connectivity.
   • DInstall high-speed cameras and train a computer vision model to detect soldering defects in real time, flagging defective boards for removal.
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5. 14application · medium

   A food manufacturer experiences frequent stockouts of raw ingredients and excess inventory of others. They have historical sales data, supplier lead times, and production schedules. The supply chain manager wants to reduce both stockouts and excess inventory while considering seasonal demand patterns. Which AI approach is best suited?

   • AUse a digital twin of the warehouse to simulate different storage layouts and reduce picking time.
   • BImplement a computer vision system to count inventory on shelves and alert when counts are low.
   • CSet reorder points based on the average monthly usage from the last year and place orders manually each week.
   • DUse a demand forecasting model that incorporates historical sales, seasonality, and supplier lead times to generate optimized reorder points and quantities.
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6. 15application · medium

   A mining company uses heavy machinery in hazardous environments. Workers are required to enter areas with high dust and noise. The company wants to reduce worker exposure to hazardous conditions while maintaining productivity. Which AI solution is most appropriate?

   • AUse a computer vision system to monitor workers and ensure they wear safety gear.
   • BProvide workers with better personal protective equipment (PPE) to reduce the impact of dust and noise.
   • CUse a predictive maintenance model to reduce machinery breakdowns, assuming that fewer breakdowns mean less time in hazardous areas.
   • DDeploy autonomous or remotely operated vehicles equipped with AI for navigation and obstacle avoidance, reducing the need for workers in hazardous areas.
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