manufacturing techniques Flashcards
1
Q
what is the role of a jig?
A
it holds a component in place in order to maintain consistency across the products and ensure repeatable processes. this increases efficiency for techniques such as drilling or sawing
2
Q
what is the role of a mould?
A
what a material is poured into to create a desired shape
3
Q
what is the role of a pattern?
A
to create replicas of a product, they are primarily used in casting
4
Q
what are formers?
A
shapes around which material can be bent or formed
5
Q
what are the four manufacturing techniques?
A
jigs, moulds, formers, patterns
