general revision Flashcards
what are the disadvantages of using cad/cam in a traditional workshop
cost to buy all the machines
loss of jobs
if systems fail files can be lost
training
what are the advantages of using JIT production methods when mass manufacturing
reduces material storage space
sub contractors only there when needed
organisation of supplies
less lead time
why is blow molding suitable for a water bottle
hollow ojects
light weight
material is suitable for this process
why is injection molding suitable for a water bottle lid
can be a complex shape
doesnt need to be finished
material is suitable and comes in a wide variety of colour
what specific research will need to be taken before beginning the design of a bread bin
current products target market issues with current products company aesthetics size of loaf of bread ergonomic sizes
what are two ways research can be taken
questionnaires product comparisons user trials anthropocentric research tests of specific parts of product
what are the benifits to the manufacturer when using flat pack furniture
mass produced - sell more
sub - contract jobs out - save money
easier t store
reduces production time
wgat are the benifits of flat pack furniture to the consumer
cheap, easier to transport
satisfaction of self building
knock down fittings easier to replace/source
name a suitable material for the design of a 5 litre oil container
ABS
HDPE
explain why HDPE or abs is a suitable material for the use of an oil container
can come in a variety of colors allowing separation from other containers
water proof
suitable for mass manufacture
robust
good thermal properties - high melting point
flexible
why would a designer meet with the client to develop a brief
what they want design to look like target market issues they have had with current product budget specific requirements within design
why would a designer prefer an open brief
gives them more freedom to design
wider range of ideas
no/fewer restrictions
what is the difference between a model and a pototype
prototypes are working models
models are used for development
prototypes are full scale / models don’t have to be
prototypes can be used for marketing
how can a prototype test the saftey of aproduct
can be given to target market and asked for feedpack
what are the six IPR issues and what do they protect
trademark - the name patent - the technology design right - the aesthetics Confidentiality - recipe Registered Design - the look Copy Right - soft wear used
