Bits You Dont Know Flashcards
What is a physical property
Traits a material has before it is used
What are the 6 Physical properties
Corrosion resistance, chemical resistance, thermal expansion, conductivity, fusability, density
What is a mechanical property
The physical properties that a material exhibits when force is applied
Name the 9 mechanical properties
Strength, malleability, ductility, plasticity, elasticity, hardness, durability, brittleness, stability
What is fabrication and what are the 4 examples
Joining components to make a product e.g. braising, welding, riveting, soldering
How do piezoelectric materials work
Converts mechanical movement into electricity and vise versa
What are jigs
It guides tools for repetitive machining
What are fixtures
Framework to cut materials. Materials can only fit the correct way around
What are templates
Rigid shape that transfer designs onto a material
What are three advantages of a jig
Can guide tools, reducing error
Increase accuracy as they remove the need to measure
What are three advantages of a fixture
Can hold components in place while joining them which reduces labor costs
Ensures components are placed correctly to maintain quality
What are three advantages of a template
Can transfer complex shapes onto a work piece
Reduce the need for skilled labour
