EXAM HELP Flashcards
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Functionality of Timber and Manufactured Boards?
Used for applications like scaffolding, furniture, door frames, and sheds. Consider ease of use and working when selecting materials.
Why is timber functional in design and technology?
Timber is easy to work with using tools and machinery. It’s versatile, low-cost, sustainable, and has a long history of use in many applications.
What are aesthetic considerations for timber materials?
Timber has natural colours and textures that can be enhanced with finishes. Understanding treatments helps improve its look and feel.
What are Textures considerations for timber materials?
Textures can be improved thought a wide range of wasting processes and using additional martials.
What are colours for timber materials?
colours can be changed through paints and strains.
What are availabilities considerations for timber materials?
Wood is easy to sources as it comes in many different sources. It can be bought be any store.
What are the cost considerations for timber materials ?
The cost of timber is very cheap as it is a Resistant material.
What are the cost (Buying in bulk)considerations for timber materials ?
Buying in bulk reduces transportation costs. Companies can transport large stock and offer pricing Strategies customers.
Why is torsional strength important in wood?
Wood has good torsional strength, but can warp from moisture. Metal brackets help prevent this, making it ideal for scaffolding.
How does wood handle shear force?
Hardwoods with close grain resist shear force well. Softwoods are generally weaker but can still withstand shear to some extent.
What should you know about wood and tensile strength?
Wood has high tensile strength due to its grain, but moisture can weaken it. It’s 30% stronger in compression than in tension.
