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Design Technology Key terms Flashcards

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Interval Data

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based on numerical scales
- order and difference between value

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Nominal data scale

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classification of objects by name into groups

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Ordinal data

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Rank a set of data points, deals with order and position
e.g. words, letters

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Qualitative data

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Descriptive data (depth)
useful for small groups

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Quantitative data

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Recorded using numbers
e.g. height, sizes

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Combined Heat and power
(CHP)

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system generates heat and electricity from combustion or solar.

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Converging Technologies

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merging nanotechnology and biotechnology + information +cognitive science

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End-of-pipe Technologies

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Technology to reduce pollutants and waste at end of processes

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Individual energy Generation

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individual using devices to create small amounts of energy = run low energy products

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Linear economy

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Economy based on
-make
-use
-dispose

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Local Combines heat and Power (CHP)

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CHP plants generate for communities

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Quantification of Carbon emissions

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Defining numerically C02 emissions of a product

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13
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Radical solutions

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New project devised
- going back to problem and new solution

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14
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system level solutions

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solutions for a whole system, not just components

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Precautionary Principle

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anticipating problems
e.g. impact of product

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Waste mitigation Process

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strategy used to reduce waste by product
e.g. disposal

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Bottom-up modelling

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creates separate designs which are then brought together to prototype

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Conceptual Modelling

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model which exists in the mind
-help us understand ideas

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Data modelling

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model determines structure of data

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Fidelity (product)

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How much prototype looks like final product

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Finite Element Analysis (FEA)

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calculations + simulation of unknown factors in products using CAD

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Fused Deposition Modelling (FDM)

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3D printing technique
- melts layers on a bed

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Haptic Technology

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Emerging technology
- interfaces with user via touch

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Laminated Object Manufacturing (LOM)

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virtually slices 3D CAD models into thin layers
- cuts layers
- assembled to make model

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Mock-ups

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Scale/full-sized representation of product
- gain feedback

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Part drawings

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Orthographic drawings of components with details

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Perspective Drawings

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formal drawings techniques depicts object further or closer away
One point
two point
three point

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Physical Modelling

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Smaller/larger tangible models
- interacted with

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Projection drawings

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accurate drawings

Isometric
-> formal drawing technique

Orthographic
->working drawing technique

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Scale drawings

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smaller/bigger but proportions are correct

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Selective Laser Sintering (SLS)

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additive manu. technique
- uses laser to fuse materials into mass = 3D model

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Solid Modelling

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Clear representation of final
- complete set of data for product to be realised

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Stereo-lithography

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Creates 3D models layer by layer by hardening molecules of liquid polymer with laser

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Surface modelling

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realistic picture of final model
- no data about interior

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Top-down modelling

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design originates from concept
- gradually evolves into product

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Virtual Prototyping

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Photorealistic CAD based models
-digital mock-ups
-interacted with

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Working Drawings

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guide production of product e.g. orthographical projection or assembly

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Creep (Metals)

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slow + permanent deformation

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Creosote

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Material penetrates timber
-protection

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Electro-rheostatic

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fluid which changes viscosity in an electric field

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Machine to Machine (M2M)

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wired/wireless communication between devices

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One-off production

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Individual prototype for larger scale production

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Piezoelectricity

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Smart material property
- gives off small electric discharge when deformed

44
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Pultrusion

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Continuous manu. process
- create composite materials
- fibres reinforced with resin

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Work hardening

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Toughening metal through plastic deformation

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Young Modulus

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measure of stiffness
-elastic material
- defined by stress/strain

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Analogy (inn. strategies)

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idea from one context used to stimulate ideas for solving problems in another context

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Radical Innovation

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introduces new ideas which is very different
- high risk

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Suppression (Markets)

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idea of product by the market is slowed down

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Conflict + Compromise

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Team (multi-disciplinary)
= conflict which has to be solved by compromise

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Retro styling

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design which uses past form or decoration

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Affinity Diagramming

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tool used to organise ideas

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Anti-personae

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profile of who the product is not targeted at

54
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Reflective design

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evokes personal memory
e.g. message, use, culture

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Visceral Design

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Design which people have expectations of
e.g. its use

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Macro energy Sustainability

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large scale energy production from non-exhausting sources

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Micro energy Sustainability

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Small scale energy production from non-exhausting sources

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Perceptual mapping

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tool to quickly compare products from similar market

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Pioneering strategy

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Being first to market with new innovation

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Kaizen

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Culture of continuous improvements
- long-term strategy

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Quality Assurance (QA)

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covers from design to documentation.
Regulation of quality
e.g. raw materials

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Quality Control (QC)

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Development process to ensure product meets customer’s expectations

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Statistical Process Control
(SPC)

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QC tool that uses statistical methods
- ensures process is operating efficiently

64
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Value stream mapping

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analyse current + future processes from production to delivery

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