UNIT 1 new and emerging technology Flashcards
(22 cards)
what does automation help with in the industry?
Robotic automation of manufacturing processes offers significantly greater consistency, accuracy, reliability and productivity than human workers.
it also saves labour costs.
what have emerging technologies influenced change in?
- job rolls
- layout of workspace
- systems and processes
what is crowdfunding?
Crowd funding enables organisations to raise investment from individuals who believe in their idea
what is a co-operative
an organisation run by it’s members.
what is fairtrade?
Fairtrade is about better prices, decent working conditions and fair terms of trade for farmers and workers in less economically developed countries
what are the 6Rs
reuse
recycle
re think
reduce
repair
refuse
What happens when waste is liquid, toxic
or radioactive?
Chemicals can leach into the soil and water courses
what stages are in the LCA?
extraction
manufacture/ production
distribution
use
recycle
what is the problem with fossil fuels and global warming?
burning fossil fuels releases CO2 which is the main cause of global warming.
what is wrong with battery power?
Battery production uses finite and dangerous metals
The production process is very intensive
Proper disposal of batteries is required to prevent leaching alkalis into the environment
what is the difference between technology push and market pull?
Technology push innovation happens when new technologies lead to the development of new products, while market pull innovation happens when consumer demand drives the development of new products.
why do you need to study the society of customers?
Societies all over the world perceive language, actions and products differently
why may products need to be altered ethically?
products may not support certain religions or disabilities ext.
what is CAD ( computer aided design)?
CAD software is used to create precision 2D or 3D drawings, models or technical illustrations
what is Computer Aided Manufacture (CAM)
CAM uses Computer Numerical Control (CNC) and CAD files to generate 3D tool paths for the machinery to follow
what is flexible manufacturing system?
FMS involve an assembly of automated machines commonly used on short-run batch production lines where the products frequently change
what are pros and cons of JIT
pros :
No warehousing costs
Ordered secured before outlay on parts is required
Stock does not become obsolete, damaged or deteriorated
cons :
Reliant on a high quality supply chain
Stock is not available immediately off-the-shelf
Fewer benefits from bulk purchasing
what are the 6 Rs?
Rethink, Refuse, Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, and Repair
If you are designing a new product what facts and opinions would you need to together?
- Successes and shortfalls of similar available products
- Available technology
- The size of the market
- The market need
what is planned obsolescence?
designing the product to run out over a period of time so consumers have to continue purchasing the product.
Should all products be repairable?
some products can be designed to be repairable by the consumer and some products require specialists to fix them
Responsible end of life design should include:
As few materials as possible
Built-in reusability where possible
Recycled and recyclable materials where possible
Easy-to-separate materials avoiding permanent bonding methods
