DESIGN TECHNOLOGY AND OUR WORLD

• What led to the development of new machinery after the industrial revolution?

  The use of steam to provide power
• How did electricity impact manufacturing?

  It enabled mass production on assembly lines
• What is the role of robots in modern factories?

  They complete repetitive and monotonous tasks
• What is the result of automation in production?

  Improved productivity and product quality
• What is market pull?

  Development from market research needs
• What is technology push?

  Development due to technological advancements
• What material enabled the existence of many touch screen devices?

  Graphene
• How can clothing interact with the wearer?

  Through conductive threads woven into fabric
• What is mass production?

  • Hundreds or thousands of identical products
  • Manufactured on a production line
• What are assembly lines?

  • A line of equipment/machinery
  • Workers gradually assemble products
• What is automated production?

  • Use of computer-controlled equipment
  • In manufacturing processes
• How do designers respond to consumer choice?

  By developing products that meet consumer needs
• Why do people replace mobile phones frequently?

  Due to the availability of latest technology
• What are the four main stages of a product's life cycle?

  1. Introduction
  2. Growth
  3. Maturity
  4. Decline
• What happens during the introduction stage of a product life cycle?

  The product is introduced to the marketplace
• What occurs during the growth stage of a product life cycle?

  Sales grow as consumers become aware
• What is the peak sales stage in a product life cycle?

  Maturity stage
• What happens during the decline stage of a product life cycle?

  Sales begin to fall as interest wanes
• What factors affect the length of a product life cycle?

  The type of product and market trends
• What is a fad product?

  A product popular for a limited time
• How has global production affected transportation?

  It makes shipping materials easier worldwide
• What does the global economy allow manufacturers to do?

  Source materials globally and manufacture products
• How can manufacturing costs be reduced?

  Through automation
• What impact does mobile technology have on communication?

  It facilitates communication globally
• What is a downside of global production for workers?

  Job losses due to cheap imports
• How does automation affect employment?

  It leads to job losses in factories
• What is a cultural consideration for designers?

  Respecting cultural differences in products
• What threat does global production pose to traditional industries?

  It threatens skills and techniques in developing countries
• What does the Consumer Rights Act 2015 protect?

  Consumers when goods are not as expected
• What does the Consumer Rights Act cover?

  Digital products and online purchases
• What must all goods be according to the law?

  As described and fit for purpose
• What can consumers request if goods do not meet standards?

  A refund, repair, or replacement
• What should a product do according to the Consumer Rights Act?

  Function as intended and be of satisfactory quality
• What happens if a service fails to meet expectations?

  Provider must offer compensation
• What is the benefit of a global market?

  It allows unrestricted trade and profit growth
• What is a downside of prioritizing profit over workers' welfare?

  Low wages and poor working conditions
• What do ethical companies focus on?

  Fair treatment of workers and social responsibility
• What is important for ethical traders?

  Transparency about costs and fair trade
• What is sustainability in design?

  Meeting today's needs without compromising future needs
• Why is it important to reduce environmental impact?

  To protect future generations' needs