improving functionality

Question 1

improving functionality

Answer 1

when materials are reinforced or strengthened to help resist certain types of forces

Question 2

fabric interfacing

Answer 2

• where extra layers of fabric are ironed or sewn into textiles to reinforce the material
• used where extra structure or support is needed

Question 3

examples of fabric interfacing

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shirt collars, pockets and cuffs, trouser waistbands, peaks on baseball caos

Question 4

webbing

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• when a strong fabric is woven into strips, often made of synthetic fibres
• used to strengthen products that need to remain flexible whilst withstanding high tension, gives high tensile strength

Question 5

examples of webbing

Answer 5

seatbelts, straps for securing loads, climbing equipment

Question 6

reinforcement

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a way of strengthening a material by adding further material to improve its ability to withstand a force

Question 7

examples of reinforcement

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car tyre-reinforced with steel belts

Question 8

lamination

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• involves bonding two or more layers of materials to make it stronger and more rigid, adding layers to a material to form a composite
• paper can be laminated in a plastic pouch to create a stronger, more durable and water-resistant sheet
• foam core board and corrugated card are layered by lamination making them stronger and stiffer
• in plywood, layers of wood are compressed and glued at 90 degrees to each other to increase strength

Question 9

bending

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• used to reinforce and stiffen a materials, triangles or v shapes are used to create strong structure or reinforce weaker structures
• chair and table legs curved and shaped in a specific way for added strength

Question 10

examples of bending

Answer 10

corrugated cardboard, table leg

Question 11

nets

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a method of folding a 2D piece of paper or card into a 3D shape, has cute or fold lines as well as tabs

Question 12

folding

Answer 12

creates a crease between two sides of a bend on a material to make it more flexible in more of a controlled way