Design Technology

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  • What is Industry 4.0?
    The integration of AI, robotics, and the Internet of Things into manufacturing systems.
  • What are the benefits of automation in design and manufacturing?
    Increased efficiency, reduced human error, faster production.
  • What are the drawbacks of new and emerging technologies?
    High initial cost, reliance on energy and training, potential job loss.
  • What is a renewable energy source?
    An energy source that is replenished naturally, e.g. solar, wind, hydro.
  • Name two non-renewable energy sources.
    Coal and oil.
  • What are smart materials?
    Materials that change their properties in response to changes in the environment.
  • Give an example of a modern material.
    Carbon fibre, polymorph, or titanium.
  • What does 'ecological footprint' refer to?
    The environmental impact of a product or process throughout its lifecycle.
  • What does 'social footprint' mean in design and technology?
    The effect of a product or process on people and communities, including working conditions and ethical sourcing.
  • What is the purpose of ACCESS FM?
    To analyse a product's features: Aesthetics, Cost, Customer, Environment, Size, Safety, Function, Materials.
  • What are the three main material categories in product design?
    Woods, metals, and polymers.
  • What is the difference between thermoplastics and thermosets?
    Thermoplastics can be melted and reshaped; thermosets set permanently after being heated.
  • What is a composite material?
    A material made by combining two or more materials to improve properties, e.g. carbon fibre.
  • Give two examples of joining techniques in product design.
    Adhesives and screws (others: welding, rivets, nails).
  • What is orthographic drawing used for?
    To show accurate 2D views of a design from different angles (top, front, side).
  • Name a health and safety measure in a workshop.
    Wearing PPE such as goggles or gloves.
  • What is iterative design?
    A cyclical process of designing, testing, evaluating, and refining.
  • Name a CAD software used in product design.
    Fusion 360, SketchUp, or SolidWorks.
  • What does CAM stand for?
    Computer-Aided Manufacturing.
  • What tool would you use to cut straight lines in wood?
    A tenon saw or band saw.
  • What is vacuum forming?
    A method of shaping plastic by heating and forming it over a mould with suction.
  • Why use a prototype?
    To test ideas, identify issues, and refine the product before final production.
  • What is user-centred design?
    Design that focuses on the needs, wants, and limitations of the end user.
  • Name one way to finish a wooden product.
    Varnishing, painting, or waxing.
  • What does 3D printing allow designers to do?
    Create rapid prototypes or complex shapes quickly and accurately.
  • What is the purpose of evaluating a product against its specification?
    To ensure it meets the design brief and functions as intended.
  • Name a type of manufactured board.
    MDF (Medium Density Fibreboard) or plywood.
  • What is the function of a pillar drill?
    To drill accurate vertical holes in materials.
  • Define ‘aesthetic’ in design.
    The visual appeal or style of a product.
  • What does ergonomics refer to in product design?
    Designing for comfort, efficiency, and user interaction.