Unit 6: B2 Process in practice
Topic 6.2: Modelling and prototyping Questions
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Why is the orientation of a part chosen before the other print-preparation decisions?
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Why should a manufacturer never scale a dimension off a printed drawing?
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What does a dashed line represent on an orthographic drawing?
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A cordless drill housing is to be discussed with a client, agreed with a manufacturer, and explained to a repair technician. Describe the drawings needed for each and give a reason.
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A team carves a solid block with the correct surface finish and colour, but no working parts. What kind of prototype is this?
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Explain why an FEA result for a drill housing must always be quoted together with its loads and constraints.
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An FEA shows a small red band where an arm meets a fixed plate. What does this indicate?
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What does a large blue region in an FEA result tell a designer?
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Which three inputs must be defined before an FEA can be run?
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Explain why the plan view on an orthographic drawing of a drill housing is placed directly below the front view.
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What does the SPACE consideration for a physical prototype test?
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What should be decided BEFORE a user testing session begins?
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Why must a prototype used to test grip be built at full size?
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Why is a foam model of a power tool weighted before it is tested?
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Why are end-users and the client tested in separate sessions?
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What is the main advantage of a PARAMETRIC solid model?
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Why is the orientation of a part chosen before the other print-preparation decisions?
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A drill housing with a snap-fit battery latch is to be printed for user testing. Explain how the CAD model should be prepared, and justify the technique chosen.
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On a third-angle drawing, where does the right-hand side view go?
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What is the main advantage of a PARAMETRIC solid model?
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