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WorksheetsFoundations of Engineering & Technology Ch.6, 7, & 8
Total questions: 25
Worksheet time: 13mins
A global communication network that connects individual computer networks.
(a)
computer
An information-processing machine that can store information and use programs that can be changed.
modeling
Simulation of actual events, structures, or conditions
prototype
A full-size and fully functional model of a system, assembly, or product that is built to test
Us customary system
Measurement system, used in the US that includes units such as inch, foot, mile, and etc.
circular saw
Saws that use a blade in the shape of a disk with teeth arranged around the edge.
quantitative
Type of data collection method that involves numbers and objective data
qualitative
Type of data collection method that involves words words or subjective data
tolerance
The amount a dimension can vary and still be acceptable
Ergonomics
The science that considers the size and movement of the human body and etc.
Design analysis
Analysis that helps engineers assess the design's purpose and acceptance in the marketplace.
Which of these is not a physical model?
Scale models
Prototypes
3D Models
Mock-ups
Physical models are designed to simulate _____
actual events
conditions
structures
all of the above
Which of these numbers is not used in precision measurement?
Nearest whole millimeter
1/1000"
0.01 mm
1/10,000"
Machining tools cannot be used for what process?
Drilling
Assembling
Shaping
Grinding
Accurate measurements are the key to strong quality control in industrial settings.
True
False
Physical tests test how products function in authentic scenarios.
True
False
What is a common example of a specification?
Speed
Strength
Size
All of the above
A functional analysis tests how a design solution operates under the conditions for which it was designed.
True
False
Physical tests test whether a design can withstand demands from _____
torsion
tensile stress
compression
All of the above
Customer expectations should not be included in developing design solutions.
True
False
What is a reason to refine a design solution?
Some products become obsolete over time.
Study if the solution will meet the customer expectations.
See how the solution performs under authentic conditions.
None of the above
Which of these steps is not part of the scientific method?
Test the hypothesis with an experiment
Complete background research.
Develop data to create an answer.
Ask a question
Why should scientific investigations be conducted to involve a design solution?
To prevent unexpected and undesirable impacts.
To eliminate flawed designed solutions.
To collect data to improve a design
All of the above
Measurement tools in which sensors gather the measurement data, the data is processed by computers or other automatic devices, and the final measurement is displayed on a digital readout, computer screen, or printout.
indirect-reading measurement tools
twist drills
micrometer
surface grinder
A measurement system based on decimals (multiples of the number 10).
scroll saws
computer
measurement
metric system
Criteria or standards, such as quality of craftsmanship, materials, or precision.
performance tests
specifications
ergonomics
qualitative
Previously established norms and guidelines.
specifications
technical standards
tolerance
design analysis
Notebooks in which all notes, research, brainstorming work, sketches, test procedures, test data, and any other thoughts or ideas related to a project are recorded.
engineering notebooks
empirical research
executive summary
grant
Any creation of the mind that can be legally protected.
intellectual property
technical writing
active voice
passive voice
A sum of money that is provided by the government, a private foundation, or a public corporation for a specific purpose
grant
figure
active voice
passive voice
A property right granted by the government to inventors or innovators, allowing them exclusive use to make and sell their inventions or innovations.
patent
grant
stakeholder
executive summary
Writing style that conveys complex information in a clear and concise manner.
technical writing
active voice
passive voice
executive summary
