Design Technology (First Exam 2027) Flashcards

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A1.1.1 Ergonomics1 deck14 cards
A1.1.2 Anthropometrics 1 deck20 cards
A1.1.3 Percentiles in design1 deck19 cards
A1.1.4 Adjustability and range of sizes1 deck15 cards
A1.1.5 Workspace envelopes1 deck19 cards
A1.1.6 Physiology1 deck18 cards
A1.1.7 Psychology1 deck15 cards
A2.1.1 Understanding user needs1 deck23 cards
A2.1.3 Multidisciplinary teams1 deck23 cards
A2.1.4 User-centred research methods1 deck20 cards
A2.1.5 User profiles and design assumptions1 deck15 cards
A2.2.1 Low- and high-fidelity prototyping1 deck18 cards
A2.2.2 Drawings in the design process1 deck15 cards
A2.2.3 Physical and virtual prototyping1 deck15 cards
A2.2.4 Physical prototypes for development1 deck21 cards
A2.2.5 CAD for virtual prototyping1 deck17 cards
A2.2.6 Rapid prototyping1 deck20 cards
A3.1.1 Classification by properties1 deck10 cards
A3.1.2 Classification by source1 deck23 cards
A3.1.3 Material aesthetic considerations1 deck18 cards
A3.1.4 Physical properties of materials1 deck15 cards
A3.1.5 Chemical properties of materials1 deck22 cards
A3.1.6 Mechanical properties of materials1 deck15 cards
A3.1.7 Composites1 deck23 cards
A3.1.8 Smart materials1 deck15 cards
A3.1.9 Biodegradable materials1 deck17 cards
A3.2.1 Structures in nature and the built environment1 deck15 cards
A3.2.2 Classification of structures1 deck15 cards
A3.2.3 Structural components and functions1 deck15 cards
A3.2.4 Static and dynamic forces1 deck15 cards
A3.2.5 Stress, strain and material failure1 deck15 cards
A3.2.6 Young’s Modulus and structural applications1 deck15 cards
A3.2.7 Structural equilibrium1 deck15 cards
A3.2.8 Strengthening techniques in structures1 deck15 cards
A3.2.9 Safety factor (SF) in structural design1 deck15 cards
A3.2.10 Load-bearing design in structures1 deck15 cards
A3.3.1 Types of motion1 deck15 cards
A3.3.2 Input–process–output systems1 deck15 cards
A3.3.3 Mechanical advantage1 deck15 cards
A3.3.4 Changing motion in mechanical systems1 deck15 cards
A3.3.5 Combining motion types1 deck15 cards
A3.3.6 Gear systems1 deck15 cards
A3.3.7 Pulley systems1 deck15 cards
A3.3.8 Cams and motion1 deck15 cards
A3.3.9 Levers and classes1 deck15 cards
A3.3.10 Linkages1 deck15 cards
A3.4.1 Electronic systems1 deck15 cards
A3.4.2 Responsible use of electronics1 deck15 cards
A3.4.3 Analogue vs digital systems1 deck15 cards
A3.4.4 Analogue signal systems1 deck15 cards
A3.4.5 Digital signal systems1 deck15 cards
A3.4.6 Passive and active components1 deck15 cards
A3.4.7 Input devices and sensors1 deck15 cards
A3.4.8 Output devices and signal conversion1 deck15 cards
A3.4.9 Microcontollers: design, function & application1 deck15 cards
A3.4.10 Feedback systems1 deck15 cards
A3.4.11 Operational amplifiers (op-amps)1 deck15 cards
A3.4.12 Embedded systems communication1 deck15 cards
A3.4.13 Circuit diagram symbols and components1 deck15 cards
A4.1.1 Categories of manufacturing techniques1 deck15 cards
A4.1.2 Additive manufacturing1 deck15 cards
A4.1.3 Rapid prototyping and CAD1 deck15 cards
A4.1.4 Additive manufacturing in industry1 deck15 cards
A4.1.5 4D printing and material response1 deck15 cards
A4.1.6 5D printing and multi-axis printing1 deck15 cards
A4.1.7 Subtractive techniques1 deck15 cards
A4.1.8 Forming techniques1 deck15 cards
A4.1.9 Joining techniques1 deck15 cards
A4.1.10 Finishing techniques1 deck15 cards
A4.1.11 Combining manufacturing techniques1 deck15 cards
B1.1.1 Structuring a UCD inquiry1 deck19 cards
B1.1.2 Applying research methods1 deck15 cards
B1.1.3 Persona development1 deck15 cards
B1.1.4 Usability1 deck15 cards
B1.1.5 Task analysis1 deck15 cards
B2.1.1 The design process1 deck15 cards
B2.1.2 Research in the design process1 deck14 cards
B2.1.3 User journey and storyboarding1 deck11 cards
B2.1.4 Problem definition1 deck18 cards
B2.1.5 Design specification1 deck17 cards
B2.1.6 Ideation and modelling1 deck14 cards
B2.1.7 Iterative analysis and evaluation1 deck15 cards
B2.1.8 Iterative modelling, testing and refinement1 deck15 cards
B2.1.9 Prototyping and user testing1 deck17 cards
B2.1.10 Communicating technical details1 deck15 cards
B2.1.11 Presenting the final solution1 deck14 cards
B2.2.1 Drawings for feedback and communication1 deck13 cards
B2.2.2 Physical prototypes for design testing1 deck15 cards
B2.2.3 CAD modelling and design development1 deck24 cards
B2.2.4 Finite element analysis (FEA)1 deck16 cards
B2.2.5 CAD for rapid prototyping1 deck10 cards
B2.2.6 Using feedback to refine designs1 deck12 cards
B3.1.1 Material selection1 deck28 cards
B3.2.1 Forces1 deck15 cards
B3.2.2 Young’s Modulus and stiffness1 deck15 cards
B3.2.3 Structural failure1 deck15 cards
B3.2.4 Diagramming structural forces1 deck15 cards
B3.2.5 Safety factors calculations1 deck15 cards
B3.3.1 Mechanical advantage calculations1 deck15 cards
B3.3.2 Velocity ratio calculations1 deck15 cards
B3.3.3 Efficiency calculations1 deck15 cards
B3.3.4 Gear and belt-driven system applications1 deck15 cards
B3.3.5 Cam and follower systems1 deck16 cards
B3.3.6 Levers and load-effort systems1 deck15 cards
B3.4.1 Electronics in everyday products1 deck15 cards
B3.4.2 Electronic measuring tools1 deck15 cards
B3.4.3 Electrical calculations1 deck15 cards
B3.4.4 Resistors and capacitors in series & parallel1 deck15 cards
B3.4.5 Flow diagrams1 deck15 cards
B3.4.6 Circuit arrangement1 deck15 cards
B3.4.7 Input sensors in digital systems1 deck15 cards
B3.4.8 Boolean logic and truth tables1 deck15 cards
B3.4.9 Wireless communication in embedded systems1 deck15 cards
B4.1.1 Production systems1 deck12 cards
B4.1.2 Scales of production1 deck15 cards
B4.1.3 Factors affecting manufacturing technique choice1 deck15 cards
B4.1.4 Production and design constraints1 deck15 cards
C1.1.1 Ethical and sustainable responsibility1 deck20 cards
C1.1.2 Responsibility for product safety1 deck15 cards
C1.1.3 Product obsolescence1 deck15 cards
C1.2.1 Inclusive design1 deck27 cards
C1.2.2 Design beyond the average1 deck15 cards
C1.2.3 Design for extremes1 deck15 cards
C1.3.1 Four-pleasure framework1 deck15 cards
C1.3.2 Attract/converse/transact (ACT) model1 deck15 cards
C2.1.1 Design for sustainability1 deck18 cards
C2.1.2 Datchefski’s principles 1 deck15 cards
C2.1.3 The triple bottom line (TBL)1 deck15 cards
C2.2.1 Linear vs circular economy1 deck15 cards
C2.2.2 Designing for a circular economy1 deck20 cards
C2.2.3 Incorporating biodegradable materials1 deck15 cards
C2.2.4 Recovery and restoration1 deck25 cards
C2.2.5 Renewable energy1 deck16 cards
C3.1.1 Purpose of product analysis1 deck17 cards
C3.1.2 Stakeholder testing and feedback1 deck17 cards
C3.1.3 SWOT analysis1 deck18 cards
C3.1.4 Data-driven evaluation of product performance1 deck27 cards
C3.1.5 Identifying weaknesses and constructive discontent1 deck29 cards
C3.2.1 Life-cycle analysis (LCA)1 deck15 cards
C3.2.2 Cradle-to-grave environmental impact1 deck15 cards
C4.1.1 Design for manufacture (DfM)1 deck15 cards
C4.1.2 Design for process1 deck15 cards
C4.1.3 Design for assembly1 deck15 cards
C4.1.4 Design for disassembly1 deck15 cards
C4.1.5 Environmental impact of DfM strategies1 deck15 cards