KS4 Textiles Product Design Assessment Preparation

Why is cedar a suitable material to make a roof tile from?

• Its casts well.

• It is resistant to water.

• It has good compressive strength.

• It is a good insulator of heat.

Why is cast iron a suitable material to make a workshop vice from?

• It is durable.

• It has good printability.

• It is resistant to bacteria.

• It casts well.

Why is polyester a suitable material to make a raincoat from?

• Fibres have high tensile strength.

• It has good resistance to wear.

• It is hygenic.

• It is a conductor of electricity.

Why is solid white board a suitable material to make a burger package from?

• Good insulator of heat.

• High tensile strength.

• Durable.

• Insect resistant.

If there has been a reduction in carrier bag usage, what is a negative effect on the manufacturer?

• Less pollution to the environment.

• There will be fewer maintenance costs.

• A smaller workforce is required.

• Customers will have to remember their reusable bags when shopping.

What type of drawing is this?

• Graphic

• Sketch model

• Flat drawing

• Sketch model

Why would you use calico when making a prototype?

• Calico is a relatively cheap material therefore it keeps the cost down.

• Calico is flexible and can stretch to the required shapes.

• Calico is available in many different colours to suit different prototypes.

• Calico is different on each side of the fabric, making it easier to sew.

Why is tracing paper used by designers during the design stage?

• It is translucent, meaning that you cannot see through to trace an image.

• It can be placed over a drawing and drawn on to transfer images.

• It is opaque making it easier to transfer images.

How can new and emerging technologies be used to reduce a manufacturers carbon footprint?

• Using robotics will increase costs.

• Bigger lorries will transport more in one go.

• Video conferencing will reduce travel.

• Transportation fumes do not harm the environment.

How could new and emerging technologies affect an apprentice at work?

• They will be highly skilled and therefore can command higher salaries.

• There will be plenty of job opportunities.

• It would be stressful to keep up with training for the latest technologies.