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Question 1

What type/s of forces is a balloon under when inflated?

Answer 1

compression, tension…

Question 2

What type of turning technique would be used to create a grip on a bar?

Answer 2

Knurling

Question 3

Explain what is meant by the term Product miles.

Answer 3

The number of miles travelled by a product from manufacture - disposal

Question 4

What unit is used to measure Paper?

Answer 4

GSM (Grams per sq. metre)

Question 5

What is meant by Finite Energy source?

Answer 5

a resource that is limited

Question 6

What is meant by non-finite energy source?

Answer 6

a resource that is unlimited

Question 7

Give an example of a finite energy source.

Answer 7

coal, oil, gas

Question 8

Give an example of a non-finite energy source.

Answer 8

solar, wind, hydro

Question 9

What is meant by Technology Push?

Answer 9

Product ideas being realised in response to new tech

Question 10

Give an example of technology push.

Answer 10

new tech invention, miniaturisation, new use for tech

Question 11

What does CNC stand for?

Answer 11

Computer Numerical control

Question 12

Give two examples of CAM hardware

Answer 12

laser/plasma cutter, 3D printer, router….

Question 13

What is meant by Planned Obsolescence?

Answer 13

Deliberately limited lifespan of products

Question 14

What is a composite material?

Answer 14

Combination of two + materials to improve properties

Question 15

What does PPE stand for?

Answer 15

Personal Protective Equipment.

Question 16

What is the voltage of a standard single rechargeable cell?

Answer 16

1.2V

Question 17

What is the standard voltage of an alkaline battery cell?

Answer 17

1.5V

Question 18

What forms can potential energy be stored as?

Answer 18

Mechanical, Chemical, Gravitational, Nuclear

Question 19

Why are corn starch polymers not ideal for use outside?

Answer 19

They will soften over time as they start to biodegrade

Question 20

What process is used to extract Shale gas from the earth?

Answer 20

Fracking

Question 21

What do ferrous metals contain that makes them ferrous?

Answer 21

Iron

Question 22

What is another name for a bar of metal?

Answer 22

Ingot

Question 23

What does PCB stand for?

Answer 23

Printed Circuit Board

Question 24

Describe what is meant by Ergonomics.

Answer 24

The study of human interaction with objects.

Question 25

Describe what is meant by Anthropometrics.

Answer 25

Studies the measurements of humans in relation to products.

Question 26

What system - Ordering & Manufacturing parts as they are needed.

Answer 26

JIT

Question 27

Give one advantage of using automation for an assembly line.

Answer 27

24/7, no breaks, increased production…

Question 28

Define what an Alloy is.

Answer 28

A combination of one pure metal and another element.

Question 29

Define what is meant by Lamination

Answer 29

Bonding two or more materials/layers of material to improve properties

Question 30

Define Toughness

Answer 30

Absorb energy through shock without fracturing

Question 31

Define Hardness

Answer 31

resist abrasive wear and indentation through impact

Question 32

Define Strength

Answer 32

Ability to withstand a force such as pressure, tension or shear.

Question 33

Give two benefits of using JIT manufacturing.

Answer 33

no storage expense, less material in stock

Question 34

Give two disadvantages of using JIT manufacturing.

Answer 34

Rely on suppliers, Long lead times, change in suppliers can cause delays (KFC)

Question 35

List two synthetic fabrics

Answer 35

Polyester, Polyamide (nylon), Elastane, Poly-cotton (blended fabric)

Question 36

List two Natural Fabrics

Answer 36

Cotton, Silk, Wool

Question 37

Give two platforms for virtual marketing.

Answer 37

websites, social media, email: amazon, etsy, facebook….

Question 38

What is meant by the term provenance in relation to a product.

Answer 38

where goods and their components come from.

Question 39

What does the term WEEE stand for?

Answer 39

Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment waste

Question 40

How can steel hinges be modified to protect them from rust?

Answer 40

Galvanised / Painted

Question 41

Name two Smart Materials.

Answer 41

Thermo/Photochromic, SMA nitinol, self healing concrete/polymer…

Question 42

How many sheets of A4 paper can be cut from an A1 piece?

Answer 42

8

Question 43

Which linkage changes the direction of a motion through 90 degrees?

Answer 43

Bell crank

Question 44

Which linkage converts rotary motion to reciprocating motion?

Answer 44

Crank and Slider

Question 45

What is the difference between Hard and Soft woods?

Answer 45

names reflect the cell structure. Hard-deciduous, Soft-Coniferous.

Question 46

Give two examples of Hardwood.

Answer 46

Ash, Beech, Mahogany, Oak, Balsa…..

Question 47

Give two examples of Softwood.

Answer 47

Larch, Pine, Spruce….

Question 48

Name three methods that could speed up the manufacturing of batch products

Answer 48

Use Jigs, templates, moulds, patterns, formers

Question 49

Three examples of products that would be defined as "one off production"

Answer 49

Wedding ring, Jewellery, Bespoke furniture, musical instruments…

Question 50

SEO means what in the digital world

Answer 50

Search Engine Optimisation

Question 51

Which cam profile would be used to simulate an animals jaws opening and then snapping?

Answer 51

Snail Cam

Question 52

Why may a company choose wind turbine over solar energy

Answer 52

They can work 24/7,

Question 53

Suggest two suitable metals that would be good for cookware

Answer 53

Copper, Stainless steel, aluminium

Question 54

State one property and use for Balsa wood

Answer 54

Modelling, easily cut, lightweight

Question 55

State two properties of Oak and why it is suitable for wood flooring

Answer 55

Aesthetically pleasing, Tough, hard wearing, hard (resists indentation)

Question 56

State two properties of copper that make it suitable for electrical wiring

Answer 56

Malleable, electrically conductive, ductile,

Question 57

What is microencapsulation

Answer 57

self healing particles,

Question 58

Give two examples of micro encapsulation

Answer 58

self healing concrete and polymers

Question 59

Describe how 3D printer uses addition to form an object

Answer 59

layers

Question 60

Name three types of wood joint.

Answer 60

Dowel, Butt, Mitre, Housing, Mortise and Tenon, dovetail, finger

Question 61

What three pieces of PPE would be appropriate when mechanically sanding?

Answer 61

Goggles, Apron and Mask

Question 62

Give the name of the two types of knitting

Answer 62

Warp and Weft

Question 63

Give two ways the CNC router can be used

Answer 63

cut and etch

Question 64

Give two benefits of standardisation

Answer 64

Everything is the same, interchangeable parts

Question 65

Explain the difference between two and three axis CAM machines

Answer 65

one has x&y, the other has xyz