Unit 9 - Product/service Design KW Flashcards
1
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Consumer durables
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Goods that can be used repeatedly over a period of time, such as cars and household appliances
2
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Design mix
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The range of features that are important when designing a product
3
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Ergonomics
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The study of how people interact with their environment and the equipment the use - often in the workplace
4
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Ethical sourcing
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Using materials, components and services from suppliers that respect the environment, treat their workforce well and generally trade with integrity
5
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Product design
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The process of creating a new product or service
6
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Recycling
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Making use of materials that have been discarded as waste
7
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Resource depletion
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The using up of natural resources
8
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Waste minimisation
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The reducing quantity of resources that are discarded in the production process
