Question

There are four important industrial engineering giants, including Eli Whitney, Henry Ford,Frederick Taylor, Frank & Lillian Gilbreath. Write 100 (+20) words essay for each of thefollowing topics. a. (10 points)

Explain Eli Whitney's contribution to productivity improvement with interchangeable parts. Explain how it improved productivity. b. (10 points) Explain Henry Ford's moving assembly line. Explain how it improves productivity. c. (10 points) Explain Frederick Taylor and Frank & Lillian Gilbreth's contribution to time study and motion study. How do they contribute to productivity improvement? Explain the difference between time study and motion study.

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