Brainscape's Knowledge GenomeTM

Browse over 1 million classes created by top students, professors, publishers, and experts.


See full index

Textiles Exam > Exam > Flashcards

Exam Flashcards

1
Q

Types of research

A 
Mood boards 
Questionnaires
Shop reports
Client feedback
Evaluating existing products
How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
2
Q

A questionaire

A

To find out target consumers likes and dislikes

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
3
Q

Mood board

A

To get ideas of patterns and colours

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
4
Q

Shop report

A

To find out about the shop it will be sold in

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
5
Q

Client feedback

A

To find out what improvements can be made to suit the customers

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
6
Q

Evaluating an existing product

A

We can see what aspects are good and what are bad

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
7
Q

Types of modern fabrics

A

Micro-fibres
Polar fleece
Gore-tex

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
8
Q

Properties of micro fibres

A 
Lightweight
Soft 
Shower proof
Good drape
Breathable
How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
9
Q

End uses of micro fibres

A

Raincoats
Active sports wear
Fashion
Clothing

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
10
Q

Properties of polar fleece

A

Lightweight
Soft
Breathable
Warm

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
11
Q

End uses of polar fleece

A

Fleece jumpers/jackets

Blankets

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
12
Q

Properties of gore-tex

A

Breathable
Lightweight
Waterproof

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
13
Q

End uses of gore-tex

A

All weather jackets and shoes

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
14
Q

Definition of a smart fabric

A

A fabric which enables digital components and electronics to be embedded in them, this provides added value

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
15
Q

What is a modern fabric

A

Fabrics designed to maximise characteristics e.g. Lightness

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
16
Q

Types of smart fabrics

A

Micro encapsulation
Heat sensitive
Light sensitive

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
17
Q

Function of micro encapsulation

A

Can reduce body odour, provides vitamins and reduces shin irritation

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
18
Q

End uses of micro encapsulation

A

Underwear
Antibacterial socks
Medical textiles

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
19
Q

Function for heat sensitivity

A

Can change colour I’m response to heat

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
20
Q

End use of heat sensitivity

A

Children’s clothes
Firefighters clothing
Wound dressing

21
Q

Functions of light sensitivity

A

Change colour in response to sun light

22
Q

End uses of light sensitivity

A

Tshirts

Military clothing

23
Q

Textiles components that could be used in my idea

A 
Eyelets 
Buttons
Velcro
Zip
Sequins 
Beads 
Drawstrings
24
Q

What is one of production

A

A single product designed and made in a clients specification

25
Q

What is batch production

A

Set quantities of a product are manufactured to order

26
Q

What is mass production

A

Industrial scale manufacturers of large quantities of products usually on a production line

27
Q

Properties of cotton

A

Very absorbing

Dries slowly

28
Q

Benefits of using plain weave for a rain coat

A

Strong

Hard wearing

29
Q

Types of finish

A

Water proof
Stain resistance
Crease proof
Wind proof

30
Q

What is a working drawing

A

Contains all the information needed for a design e.g. Components

31
Q

What does cad stand for

A

Computer aided design

32
Q

An example of when CAM is used in a textiles industry

A

Computer aided embroidery machine

Laser cutter

33
Q

Give 4 examples of quality control check of applying a pocket

A

Position
Right stitching
Securely
Tolerance level

34
Q

What is a flow chart

A

Step by step diagram

35
Q

What are flow charts used for

A

Because they are all made in the same way and it is the quickest way

36
Q

Types of fastenings

A

Buttons
Eyelets
Zips
Velcros

37
Q

Advantages of buttons

A

Cheap and easy

38
Q

Disadvantages of buttons

A

Difficult for children

39
Q

Disadvantages of eyelets

A

Difficult to fasten

40
Q

Disadvantages of zips

A

Not suitable for children

41
Q

Disadvantages of Velcro

A

Loose stick

Fluffy

42
Q

How could a designer make a product more sustainable

A 
Natural fabrics
Organic fabrics
Natural dyes
Recycled fabrics 
Recycled components 
Green factory
Regenerated fabrics
43
Q

What is green factory

A

Solar and wind power

44
Q

What is meant by fair trade

A

Right amount of payment

No child labour

45
Q

5 ways factories can be made safer

A 
Risk assessment
Trained workers
Safety notices on machines
Clear floors
Fire exits
46
Q

Why do we have care labelling

A

So the product isn’t ruined

47
Q

What benefits does care labels bring to the consumer

A

Longer lasting product

48
Q

What benefit does care labels give to a manufacturer

A

Less returned items

49
Q

What is that symbol with the heart and the line across it with a squiggle

A

British safety standards symbol

Textiles Exam (1 decks)

Brainscape helps you reach your goals faster, through stronger study habits.
© 2024 Bold Learning Solutions. Terms and Conditions