3.2.1 selection of materials for components

Question 1

functionality

Answer 1

how it will be used and how the material will perform

Question 2

aesthetic considerations

Answer 2

colour
texture
surface finish
if componenets are matching
maintained

Question 3

availability

Answer 3

the ease of sourcing and purchase a material.
bulk is used to maximise efficiency

Question 4

cost

Answer 4

cost of deign, materials, manufacture, testing, packaging, delivery should be less than the price it is sold for
bulk buy allows for a negotiated price

Question 5

social and ethical factors

Answer 5

consider human rights, user experience, recycled products etc

Question 6

FSC

Answer 6

forest stewardship council
ensures wood is from a sustainable source

Question 7

environmental factors

Answer 7

forced locally, biodegradable, recycled materials, reusable

Question 8

why use standard components?

Answer 8

they are readily available so can easily be replaced

Question 9

cultural considerations

Answer 9

different belief systems influence design
eg. red is good luck in china but in some parts of Africa represents mourning