Free Printable PDT Terminology- Multiple Choice /98

1.

What does 'accessibility' mean in product design?

a)

Testing two or more materials to find out how they respond to a particular circumstance (e.g. force, moisture, etc.) And comparing their performance; used to identify the most suitable material for a product

b)

Designing products to suit users in relation to their abilities and capabilities, particularly digital products and also clothing, e.g. Tommy Adaptive

c)

The process used in industry to develop (design & prototype), manufacture, distribute, retail and modify/update a product in mass production

d)

Research performed by oneself, e.g. measuring, taking photos, testing materials, trialling processes, testing or comparing products, interviewing people/end user/s or taking notes when observing.

2.

What does 'aesthetics' mean in product design?

a)

The visual and textural features or attributes of product, related to one's preferences of style and beauty

b)

a wide variety of users are considered, relevant to public spaces (built environment) and mainstream products

c)

Similar to LCA but not scientific, considers the life of a product from materials, manufacture, use and disposal.

d)

Extended producer responsibility (similar to product stewardship), shifts ownership of disposal to manufacturer

3.

What does 'annotations' mean in product design?

a)

A visual plan for how production steps will be completed over a set period of time, showing dates

b)

Written comments on a design drawing

c)

A material that light passes through but where images seen through it are blurred, fuzzy or indistinct

d)

Products that don't function as well as newer models due to materials/structures wearing out or not performing well

4.

What does 'anthropometric data' mean in product design?

a)

The aesthetic/visual building blocks of design: point, line, colour, shape and form, texture, tone, etc.

b)

More detailed drawings, usually 3D to show what the whole product could look like, realistic, rendered to show texture or materials and annotated

c)

Measurements of the human body (data from many people collected and averaged)

d)

Questioning, analysing, making judgements

5.

What does 'CAD' mean in product design?

a)

A statement that identifies needs or opportunities, contains an end user profile and scope of the project (constraints and considerations)

b)

Journal or logbook entries describing production experiences and knowledge learnt

c)

How a product works or does its job

d)

Computer Aided Design

6.

What does 'CAM' mean in product design?

a)

Computer Aided Design

b)

Designed to be pulled apart easily, types of materials reduced

c)

An object that has parts that mirror each other on each side of a line of symmetry or axis (asymmetry: no mirrored axis)

d)

Computer Aided Manufacture

7.

What does 'CNC' mean in product design?

a)

Computer Numeric Control: machines driven by numerical data from a computer

b)

Written comments on a design drawing

c)

Exploring new ideas and experimenting, trying different approaches, making unusual combinations

d)

Computer Aided Manufacture

8.

What does 'circular economy' mean in product design?

a)

A change to the original design

b)

Aims for continuous use and reuse of materials

c)

More detailed drawings, usually 3D to show what the whole product could look like, realistic, rendered to show texture or materials and annotated

d)

Products that don't have the latest technological features, that are out-of-date due to recent advances in technology

9.

What does 'commercial products' mean in product design?

a)

Products manufactured in low or high volume to be sold by retailers

b)

Circumstances, climate or environment of an event, situation, activities in relation to a productâ€™s use

c)

Quick drawings, sketches and models of initial ideas, experimental and exploratory, usually not highly finished or detailed, annotated to explain positive and negative features

d)

The chosen product concept with all details defined, perhaps with use of a technical drawing, or an annotated realistic drawing to show exactly how final product will be made, will look and how it will be constructed

10.

What does 'constraints and considerations (the SCOPE of a design brief)' mean in product design?

a)

Measurements of the human body (data from many people collected and averaged)

b)

Constraints: aspects that are required, must haves. Considerations: aspects surrounding the context or situation that need to be considered or researched further

c)

Something new and different that improves or replaces something, for example, a process, a product, or a service. It creates new markets or disrupts existing ones

d)

A form of IP: legal protection for the technical/mechanical aspects of a product, design or invention

11.

What does 'context' mean in product design?

a)

An object that has parts that mirror each other on each side of a line of symmetry or axis (asymmetry: no mirrored axis)

b)

The aspect of a product related to feel and texture

c)

Circumstances, climate or environment of an event, situation, activities in relation to a product's use

d)

Users use/test a product and give their feedback/opinions

12.

What does 'copyright' mean in product design?

a)

Identifying needs that haven't been met by existing products, possible areas for new designs

b)

Products manufactured in low or high volume to be sold by retailers

c)

Rethink, Refuse, Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, Repair, a way of leading a more sustainable life, i.e. to buy less

d)

A form of IP that protects text, drawings & one-offs

13.

What does 'Cradle to Cradle (C2C)' mean in product design?

a)

How a product works or does its job

b)

Research performed by oneself, e.g. measuring, taking photos, testing materials, trialling processes, testing or comparing products, interviewing people/end user/s or taking notes when observing.

c)

Aims for zero waste, materials are chosen carefully so that at the end of the product's useful life, they can be used to create a new product or to feed a biological (i.e. compost) or technical (i.e. recycling of metals etc.) system. Any waste during process must also be useful.

d)

Computer Aided Manufacture

14.

What does 'creative thinking' mean in product design?

a)

Thinking about how to positively impact the future, impacts of technologies, populations, climate issues etc.

b)

Information provided by a user (or users) or a potential user (or users) about a product

c)

research that investigates peopleâ€™s opinions, needs, behaviours, interests, desires and choices

d)

Exploring new ideas and experimenting, trying different approaches, making unusual combinations

15.

What does 'critical thinking' mean in product design?

a)

Something new and different that improves or replaces something, for example, a process, a product, or a service. It creates new markets or disrupts existing ones

b)

Research that is summarised using numbers, data, presented in graphs etc., Usually from large groups of people

c)

A version of a product used in industry to trial a design before manufacture, first versions are made from cheaper materials, final version is of the actual intended material

d)

Questioning, analysing, making judgements

16.

What does 'design brief' mean in product design?

a)

A statement that identifies needs or opportunities, contains an end user profile and scope of the project (constraints and considerations)

b)

Identifying needs that haven't been met by existing products, possible areas for new designs

c)

Research that is detailed, descriptive, finds out the opinions of existing and potential customers, suits small groups

d)

Manufacturing that reduces costs, labour, production time, material use, storage, waste, etc., And responds flexibly to market demand

17.

What does 'design elements' mean in product design?

a)

How a product works or does its job

b)

Recognising and attributing the creator of an idea /product (either an individual or an organisation)

c)

Artificial intelligence uses machine learning from a massive store of data, used in manufacturing and products

d)

The aesthetic/visual building blocks of design: point, line, colour, shape and form, texture, tone, etc.

18.

What does 'design principles' mean in product design?

a)

Considers impacts on all parties and chooses â€˜goodâ€™ actions that do not harm or invade others, cares for the planet

b)

Information provided by a user (or users) or a potential user (or users) about a product

c)

How the design elements are used â€“ balance, contrast, repetition, movement/rhythm, pattern, etc.

d)

Thinking about how to positively impact the future, impacts of technologies, populations, climate issues etc.

19.

What does 'DfD Design for Disassembly' mean in product design?

a)

Aims for zero waste, materials are chosen carefully so that at the end of the product's useful life, they can be used to create a new product or to feed a biological (i.e. compost) or technical (i.e. recycling of metals etc.) system. Any waste during process must also be useful.

b)

Designed to be pulled apart easily, types of materials reduced

c)

The visual and textural features or attributes of product, related to oneâ€™s preferences of style and beauty

d)

The physical product concept (a physical prototype or a virtual CAD prototype) that holds the best design decisions

20.

What does 'design/market opportunities' mean in product design?

a)

Use of computer & machine technology with reduced human input, often leading to less errors, more speed etc.

b)

A statement that identifies needs or opportunities, contains an end user profile and scope of the project (constraints and considerations)

c)

A change to the original design

d)

Identifying needs that havenâ€™t been met by existing products, possible areas for new designs

21.

What does 'durable, durability' mean in product design?

a)

A product that lasts a long time, made from strong materials, constructed well

b)

Elastic or adaptable, in manufacturing it means being able to respond quickly to what is needed and to cease or halt production of items that are in less demand

c)

Computer Numeric Control: machines driven by numerical data from a computer

d)

A non-linear process that uses speculative, creative and critical thinking to address end user needs 4

22.

What does 'design registration' mean in product design?

a)

Use of computer & machine technology with reduced human input, often leading to less errors, more speed etc.

b)

A form of IP that legally protects the visual design of a product

c)

A form of IP: legal protection for the technical/mechanical aspects of a product, design or invention

d)

A material through which you can clearly see objects on the other side

23.

What does 'Double Diamond design process' mean in product design?

a)

Practice of a useful, possible processes for joining, shaping, decorating, embellishing, etc.

b)

An accurate drawing (usually 2D and outlines only) showing product specifications with measurements, clear, detailed information; used as a guide for production/ manufacturing and drawn to scale

c)

A non-linear process that uses speculative, creative and critical thinking to address end user needs 4

d)

Life Cycle Assessment/Analysis: a scientific method of measuring the environmental impact of a product through the stages of its life

24.

What does 'ergonomics' mean in product design?

a)

Constraints: aspects that are required, must haves. Considerations: aspects surrounding the context or situation that need to be considered or researched further

b)

The study of how products and environments suit the human body to reduce injury, strain and fatigue

c)

Products that don't have the latest technological features, that are out-of-date due to recent advances in technology

d)

Similar to LCA but not scientific, considers the life of a product from materials, manufacture, use and disposal.

25.

What does 'evaluation criteria' mean in product design?

a)

how different materials are systematically organised and grouped

b)

Something new and different that improves or replaces something, for example, a process, a product, or a service. It creates new markets or disrupts existing ones

c)

Clear, detailed 3D drawings - show fully thought-out design options, rendered and annotated: used to choose best concept/s

d)

A question used to help judge how well a product meets the needs of the user (as explained in the design brief)

26.

What does 'EPR' mean in product design?

a)

Research that is detailed, descriptive, finds out the opinions of existing and potential customers, suits small groups

b)

Practice of a useful, possible processes for joining, shaping, decorating, embellishing, etc.

c)

The study of how products and environments suit the human body to reduce injury, strain and fatigue

d)

Extended producer responsibility (similar to product stewardship), shifts ownership of disposal to manufacturer

27.

What does 'function' mean in product design?

a)

A material that light passes through but where images seen through it are blurred, fuzzy or indistinct

b)

Scientific and technical research for innovation, i.E. New or improved information, materials, mechanisms, manufacturing systems, etc.

c)

How a product works or does its job

d)

Recognising and attributing the creator of an idea /product (either an individual or an organisation)

28.

What does 'intellectual property (IP)' mean in product design?

a)

A form of IP that protects text, drawings & one-offs

b)

Thinking about how to positively impact the future, impacts of technologies, populations, climate issues etc.

c)

Recognising and attributing the creator of an idea /product (either an individual or an organisation)

d)

The aesthetic/visual building blocks of design â€“ point, line, colour, shape and form, texture, tone, etc.

29.

What does 'lean manufacturing' mean in product design?

a)

Areas or pillars of sustainability: environmental dimension, economic dimension and social dimension

b)

a wide variety of users are considered, relevant to public spaces (built environment) and mainstream products

c)

Manufacturing that reduces costs, labour, production time, material use, storage, waste, etc., And responds flexibly to market demand

d)

More detailed drawings, usually 3D to show what the whole product could look like, realistic, rendered to show texture or materials and annotated

30.

What does 'LCA (one of the sustainability strategies)' mean in product design?

a)

Computer Aided Design

b)

Reacts to the current situation, in manufacturing it means responding to immediate market demands, not planning too far ahead and being able to switch the manufacturing mechanisms for those demands, e.g. during the pandemic many companies switched to making N95 face masks, Covid testing kits and other hospital supplies, clothing companies switched to more comfort outfits.

c)

Life Cycle Assessment/Analysis: a scientific method of measuring the environmental impact of a product through the stages of its life

d)

How the design elements are used: balance, contrast, repetition, movement/rhythm, pattern, etc.

31.

What does 'maintenance' mean in product design?

a)

Computer Numeric Control: machines driven by numerical data from a computer

b)

Occupational health and safety: production/worker safety

c)

Use of computer & machine technology with reduced human input, often leading to less errors, more speed etc.

d)

looking after a product while it is being used, ensuring that it remains functional and looks good

32.

What does 'market research' mean in product design?

a)

Products that don't have the latest technological features, that are out-of-date due to recent advances in technology

b)

A change to the original design

c)

Processes used in production or construction such as cutting, joining, shaping, assembling, finishing etc.

d)

research that investigates people's opinions, needs, behaviours, interests, desires and choices

33.

What does 'material categories' mean in product design?

a)

Identifying hazards and possible injuries, calculating risks (seriousness and likelihood) and developing safety controls to minimise risks

b)

a wide variety of users are considered, relevant to public spaces (built environment) and mainstream products

c)

how different materials are systematically organised and grouped

d)

Computer Aided Design

34.

What does 'materials and costing list' mean in product design?

a)

a predicted list of all the materials , components, notions, etc., that are need to make a product (including costs)

b)

Could be graphical (drawn) or physical (actual or virtual)

c)

Products that don't function as well as newer models due to materials/structures wearing out or not performing well

d)

The visual and textural features or attributes of product, related to one's preferences of style and beauty

35.

What does 'materials characteristics and properties' mean in product design?

a)

A material is opaque if you cannot see anything on the other side, as no light passes through it

b)

The aesthetic/visual building blocks of design: point, line, colour, shape and form, texture, tone, etc.

c)

Occupational health and safety: production/worker safety

d)

The in-built qualities of a material and how it appears (visually) and responds to external conditions and forces

36.

What does 'materials testing' mean in product design?

a)

Practice of a useful, possible processes for joining, shaping, decorating, embellishing, etc.

b)

Being well planned and effective in the use of time

c)

Testing two or more materials to find out how they respond to a particular circumstance (e.g. force, moisture, etc.) And comparing their performance; used to identify the most suitable material for a product

d)

The process used in industry to develop (design & prototype), manufacture, distribute, retail and modify/update a product in mass production

37.

What does 'modification' mean in product design?

a)

A wide variety of users (as many as possible) are considered, relevant to public spaces/products

b)

A change to the original design

c)

Thinking about how to positively impact the future, impacts of technologies, populations, climate issues etc.

d)

Artificial intelligence: uses machine learning from a massive store of data, used in manufacturing and products

38.

What does 'new and emerging technologies' mean in product design?

a)

A material that light passes through but where images seen through it are blurred, fuzzy or indistinct

b)

Technologies developed in the past 20-30 years, included CAD, CAM, CNC, rapid (3D) prototyping, robotics, laser, automation and artificial intelligence, etc.

c)

How a product works or does its job

d)

The study of how products and environments suit the human body to reduce injury, strain and fatigue

39.

What does 'OH&S' mean in product design?

a)

The process used in industry to develop (design & prototype), manufacture, distribute, retail and modify/update a product in mass production

b)

Written comments on a design drawing

c)

Occupational health and safety: production/worker safety

d)

The extent of an area or subject, i.e. Requirements in the design brief or details in a factor that influences design

40.

What does 'planned obsolescence' mean in product design?

a)

Aims for continuous use and reuse of materials

b)

The process used in industry to develop (design & prototype), manufacture, distribute, retail and modify/update a product in mass production

c)

The dangerous thing (i.e. dust/fumes), part of a machine, action or behavior that can cause harm or injury

d)

Products designed to be un-useable after a period of time

41.

What does 'style obsolescence' mean in product design?

a)

looking after a product while it is being used, ensuring that it remains functional and looks good

b)

Products that go out of fashion, no longer on trend, usually related to outdated visual features

c)

Practice of a useful, possible processes for joining, shaping, decorating, embellishing, etc.

d)

The aesthetic/visual building blocks of design: point, line, colour, shape and form, texture, tone, etc

42.

What does 'functional obsolescence' mean in product design?

a)

Designing products to suit users in relation to their abilities and capabilities, particularly digital products and also clothing, e.g. Tommy Adaptive

b)

Written comments on a design drawing

c)

Products that don't function as well as newer models due to materials/structures wearing out or not performing well

d)

Research that is detailed, descriptive, finds out the opinions of existing and potential customers, suits small groups

43.

What does 'technical obsolescence' mean in product design?

a)

Products that don't have the latest technological features, that are out-of-date due to recent advances in technology

b)

how different materials are systematically organised and grouped

c)

The aspect of a product related to feel and texture

d)

TBL or Triple Bottom Line (a sustainability strategy)

44.

What does 'scope' mean in product design?

a)

Constraints: aspects that are required, must haves. Considerations: aspects surrounding the context or situation that need to be considered or researched further

b)

The extent of an area or subject, i.e. Requirements in the design brief or details in a factor that influences design

c)

Occurs mostly in the 1st diamond, into needs and behaviours of the end user (primary & secondary research)

d)

Testing two or more materials to find out how they respond to a particular circumstance (e.g. force, moisture, etc.) And comparing their performance; used to identify the most suitable material for a product

45.

What does 'patent' mean in product design?

a)

looking after a product while it is being used, ensuring that it remains functional and looks good

b)

Products that don't have the latest technological features, that are out-of-date due to recent advances in technology

c)

Focusses on the needs of a user/s, and aims to develop products that are specific to the user's situation

d)

A form of IP: legal protection for the technical/mechanical aspects of a product, design or invention

46.

What does 'presentation drawings' mean in product design?

a)

A form of IP that protects text, drawings & one-offs

b)

A question used to help judge how well a product meets the needs of the user (as explained in the design brief)

c)

The chosen product concept with all details defined, perhaps with use of a technical drawing, or an annotated realistic drawing to show exactly how final product will be made, will look and how it will be constructed

d)

Clear, detailed 3D drawings - show fully thought-out design options, rendered and annotated: used to choose best concept/s

47.

What does 'process trials' mean in product design?

a)

Questioning, analysing, making judgements

b)

Practice of a useful, possible processes for joining, shaping, decorating, embellishing, etc.

c)

Focusses on the needs of a user/s, and aims to develop products that are specific to the user's situation

d)

Possible or likely choice

48.

What does 'product concepts' mean in product design?

a)

Written comments on a design drawing

b)

Research performed by oneself, e.g. measuring, taking photos, testing materials, trialling processes, testing or comparing products, interviewing people/end user/s or taking notes when observing.

c)

Could be graphical (drawn) or physical (actual or virtual)

d)

TBL or Triple Bottom Line (a sustainability strategy)

49.

What does 'production processes' mean in product design?

a)

How the design elements are used: balance, contrast, repetition, movement/rhythm, pattern, etc.

b)

Occupational health and safety: production/worker safety

c)

how different materials are systematically organised and grouped

d)

Processes used in production or construction such as cutting, joining, shaping, assembling, finishing etc.

50.

What does 'product development process' mean in product design?

a)

Rethink, Refuse, Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, Repair. A way of leading a more sustainable life, i.e. to buy less

b)

Thinking about how to positively impact the future, impacts of technologies, populations, climate issues etc.

c)

The process used in industry to develop (design & prototype), manufacture, distribute, retail and modify/update a product in mass production

d)

Scientific and technical research for innovation, i.E. New or improved information, materials, mechanisms, manufacturing systems, etc.

51.

What does 'prototype' mean in product design?

a)

how different materials are systematically organised and grouped

b)

Occurs mostly in the 1st diamond, into needs and behaviours of the end user (primary & secondary research)

c)

A version of a product used in industry to trial a design before manufacture, first versions are made from cheaper materials, final version is of the actual intended material

d)

Products designed to be un-useable after a period of time

52.

What does 'qualitative research' mean in product design?

a)

The chosen product concept with all details defined, perhaps with use of a technical drawing, or an annotated realistic drawing to show exactly how final product will be made, will look and how it will be constructed

b)

Use of computer & machine technology with reduced human input, often leading to less errors, more speed etc.

c)

Something new and different that improves or replaces something, for example, a process, a product, or a service. It creates new markets or disrupts existing ones

d)

Research that is detailed, descriptive, finds out the opinions of existing and potential customers, suits small groups

53.

What does 'quantitative research' mean in product design?

a)

A material that light passes through but where images seen through it are blurred, fuzzy or indistinct

b)

Research performed by oneself, e.g. measuring, taking photos, testing materials, trialling processes, testing or comparing products, interviewing people/end user/s or taking notes when observing.

c)

Computer Aided Design

d)

Research that is summarised using numbers, data, presented in graphs etc., Usually from large groups of people

54.

What does 'quality' mean in product design?

a)

The dangerous thing (i.e. dust/fumes), part of a machine, action or behavior that can cause harm or injury

b)

The physical product concept (a physical prototype or a virtual CAD prototype) that holds the best design decisions

c)

A material that light passes through but where images seen through it are blurred, fuzzy or indistinct

d)

The standard of a product: determined by its durability, aesthetics, material choice, ability to perform its function

55.

What does 'record of progress' mean in product design?

a)

Scientific and technical research for innovation, i.E. New or improved information, materials, mechanisms, manufacturing systems, etc.

b)

Journal or logbook entries describing production experiences and knowledge learnt

c)

Reacts to the current situation, in manufacturing it means responding to immediate market demands, not planning too far ahead and being able to switch the manufacturing mechanisms for those demands, e.g. during the pandemic many companies switched to making N95 face masks, Covid testing kits and other hospital supplies, clothing companies switched to more comfort outfits.

d)

Attitudes, values and expectations that inform our beliefs and actions in relation to the world and how we behave and the choices we make, such as how we purchase things and what we value in life. Can be seen from a purely personal view or encompass how others are affected by issues such as working conditions, natural disasters, climate or economic migration, use of resources, creation of waste, the impact of war, housing needs, nature of employment, displacement of peoples etc.

56.

What does '(R&D) research and development' mean in product design?

a)

Scientific and technical research for innovation, i.E. New or improved information, materials, mechanisms, manufacturing systems, etc.

b)

The extent of an area or subject, i.e. Requirements in the design brief or details in a factor that influences design

c)

Processes used in production or construction such as cutting, joining, shaping, assembling, finishing etc.

d)

Areas or pillars of sustainability: environmental dimension, economic dimension and social dimension

57.

What does 'risk assessment' mean in product design?

a)

Identifying needs that havenâ€™t been met by existing products, possible areas for new designs

b)

Research that is detailed, descriptive, finds out the opinions of existing and potential customers, suits small groups

c)

Exploring new ideas and experimenting, trying different approaches, making unusual combinations

d)

Identifying hazards and possible injuries, calculating risks (seriousness and likelihood) and developing safety controls to minimise risks

58.

What does 'risk management' mean in product design?

a)

Circumstances, climate or environment of an event, situation, activities in relation to a product's use

b)

Using a risk assessment to identify hazards and risk levels, implementing safety controls, and monitoring (checking) and managing their effectiveness throughout production

c)

An individual or a group of people who use, will use or might use a product: they may be personally known by a designer, or unknown but researched

d)

A form of IP that legally protects the visual design of a product

59.

What does 'scales of manufacturing' mean in product design?

a)

Identifies the number of products that are manufactured (one-off, low volume, high volume/mass production and continuous production)

b)

An individual or a group of people who use, will use or might use a product: they may be personally known by a designer, or unknown but researched

c)

A change to the original design

d)

a wide variety of users are considered, relevant to public spaces (built environment) and mainstream products

60.

What does 'Standards: Australian and international' mean in product design?

a)

Focusses on the needs of a user/s, and aims to develop products that are specific to the user's situation

b)

An individual or a group of people who use, will use or might use a product they may be personally known by a designer, or unknown but researched

c)

A product that lasts a long time, made from strong materials, constructed well

d)

Statements of agreed minimum standards, related to quality, consistency and safety; most are voluntary, some mandatory; provides confidence to consumers

61.

What does 'sustainability' mean in product design?

a)

Scientific and technical research for innovation, i.E. New or improved information, materials, mechanisms, manufacturing systems, etc.

b)

Living in a way that enables future generations to live well (enough for all for ever): 3 pillars/areas/dimensions of sustainability: environmental, social and economic

c)

Aims for continuous use and reuse of materials

d)

Products manufactured in low or high volume to be sold by retailers

62.

What does 'symmetry/asymmetry' mean in product design?

a)

Similar to LCA but not scientific, considers the life of a product from materials, manufacture, use and disposal.

b)

Products that don't function as well as newer models due to materials/structures wearing out or not performing well

c)

An object that has parts that mirror each other on each side of a line of symmetry or axis (asymmetry: no mirrored axis)

d)

Identifying needs that haven't been met by existing products, possible areas for new designs

63.

What does 'tactile' mean in product design?

a)

The aspect of a product related to feel and texture

b)

A non-linear process that uses speculative, creative and critical thinking to address end user needs 4

c)

Quick drawings, sketches and models of initial ideas, experimental and exploratory, usually not highly finished or detailed, annotated to explain positive and negative features

d)

Statements of agreed minimum standards, related to quality, consistency and safety; most are voluntary, some mandatory; provides confidence to consumers

64.

What does 'time management' mean in product design?

a)

Information provided by a user (or users) or a potential user (or users) about a product

b)

The visual and textural features or attributes of product, related to one's preferences of style and beauty

c)

Research (or work) already published by others on the Internet, in books or other methods, and MUST be attributed to the creator

d)

Being well planned and effective in the use of time

65.

What does 'TBL or Triple Bottom Line (a sustainability strategy)' mean in product design?

a)

Attitudes, values and expectations that inform our beliefs and actions in relation to the world and how we behave and the choices we make, such as how we purchase things and what we value in life. Can be seen from a purely personal view or encompass how others are affected by issues such as working conditions, natural disasters, climate or economic migration, use of resources, creation of waste, the impact of war, housing needs, nature of employment, displacement of peoples etc.

b)

TBL or Triple Bottom Line (a sustainability strategy)

c)

Similar to LCA but not scientific, considers the life of a product from materials, manufacture, use and disposal.

d)

Quick drawings, sketches and models of initial ideas, experimental and exploratory, usually not highly finished or detailed, annotated to explain positive and negative features

66.

What does 'timeline' mean in product design?

a)

An accurate drawing (usually 2D and outlines only) showing product specifications with measurements, clear, detailed information; used as a guide for production/ manufacturing and drawn to scale

b)

A visual plan for how production steps will be completed over a set period of time, showing dates

c)

Using a risk assessment to identify hazards and risk levels, implementing safety controls, and monitoring (checking) and managing their effectiveness throughout production

d)

A version of a product used in industry to trial a design before manufacture, first versions are made from cheaper materials, final version is of the actual intended material

67.

What does 'translucency' mean in product design?

a)

Processes used in production or construction such as cutting, joining, shaping, assembling, finishing etc.

b)

Extended producer responsibility (similar to product stewardship), shifts ownership of disposal to manufacturer

c)

Possible or likely choice

d)

A material that light passes through but where images seen through it are blurred, fuzzy or indistinct

68.

What does 'transparency' mean in product design?

a)

Computer Aided Manufacture

b)

A change to the original design

c)

A form of IP: legal protection for the technical/mechanical aspects of a product, design or invention

d)

A material through which you can clearly see objects on the other side

69.

What does 'opacity' mean in product design?

a)

An estimate that balances the degree or severity of harm that could occur, and the likelihood of an incident happening

b)

Identifying needs that haven't been met by existing products, possible areas for new designs

c)

Research performed by oneself, e.g. measuring, taking photos, testing materials, trialling processes, testing or comparing products, interviewing people/end user/s or taking notes when observing.

d)

A material is opaque if you cannot see anything on the other side, as no light passes through it

70.

What does 'user or end-user' mean in product design?

a)

Areas or pillars of sustainability: environmental dimension, economic dimension and social dimension

b)

Considers impacts on all parties and chooses good actions that do not harm or invade others, cares for the planet

c)

An individual or a group of people who use, will use or might use a product: they may be personally known by a designer, or unknown but researched

d)

Research (or work) already published by others on the Internet, in books or other methods, and MUST be attributed to the creator

71.

What does 'End user factor' mean in product design?

a)

A version of a product used in industry to trial a design before manufacture, first versions are made from cheaper materials, final version is of the actual intended material

b)

Reacts to the current situation, in manufacturing it means responding to immediate market demands, not planning too far ahead and being able to switch the manufacturing mechanisms for those demands, e.g. during the pandemic many companies switched to making N95 face masks, Covid testing kits and other hospital supplies, clothing companies switched to more comfort outfits.

c)

Research (or work) already published by others on the Internet, in books or other methods, and MUST be attributed to the creator

d)

Focusses on the needs of a user/s, and aims to develop products that are specific to the user's situation

72.

What does 'end user research' mean in product design?

a)

Possible or likely choice

b)

More detailed drawings, usually 3D to show what the whole product could look like, realistic, rendered to show texture or materials and annotated

c)

Users use/test a product and give their feedback/opinions

d)

Occurs mostly in the 1st diamond, into needs and behaviours of the end user (primary & secondary research)

73.

What does 'universal design (or inclusive design) + here' mean in product design?

a)

More detailed drawings, usually 3D to show what the whole product could look like, realistic, rendered to show texture or materials and annotated

b)

Technologies developed in the past 20-30 years, included CAD, CAM, CNC, rapid (3D) prototyping, robotics, laser, automation and artificial intelligence, etc.

c)

A product that lasts a long time, made from strong materials, constructed well

d)

A wide variety of users (as many as possible) are considered, relevant to public spaces/products

74.

What does 'user feedback' mean in product design?

a)

Occurs mostly in the 1st diamond, into needs and behaviours of the end user (primary & secondary research)

b)

Computer Aided Design

c)

Technologies developed in the past 20-30 years, included CAD, CAM, CNC, rapid (3D) prototyping, robotics, laser, automation and artificial intelligence, etc.

d)

Information provided by a user (or users) or a potential user (or users) about a product

75.

What does 'user trials' mean in product design?

a)

A wide variety of users (as many as possible) are considered, relevant to public spaces/products

b)

Users use/test a product and give their feedback/opinions

c)

Exploits innovative products/inventions to create or expand businesses, develop markets and gain profits

d)

The chosen product concept with all details defined, perhaps with use of a technical drawing, or an annotated realistic drawing to show exactly how final product will be made, will look and how it will be constructed

76.

What does 'visualisations' mean in product design?

a)

Identifies the number of products that are manufactured (one-off, low volume, high volume/mass production and continuous production)

b)

Aims for zero waste, materials are chosen carefully so that at the end of the product's useful life, they can be used to create a new product or to feed a biological (i.e. compost) or technical (i.e. recycling of metals etc.) system. Any waste during process must also be useful.

c)

A form of IP that legally protects the visual design of a product

d)

Quick drawings, sketches and models of initial ideas, experimental and exploratory, usually not highly finished or detailed, annotated to explain positive and negative features

77.

What does 'presentation drawings' mean in product design?

a)

More detailed drawings, usually 3D to show what the whole product could look like, realistic, rendered to show texture or materials and annotated

b)

Exploits innovative products/inventions to create or expand businesses, develop markets and gain profits

c)

TBL or Triple Bottom Line (a sustainability strategy)

d)

Testing two or more materials to find out how they respond to a particular circumstance (e.g. force, moisture, etc.) And comparing their performance; used to identify the most suitable material for a product

78.

What does 'working drawing (or technical drawing)' mean in product design?

a)

Occurs mostly in the 1st diamond, into needs and behaviours of the end user (primary & secondary research)

b)

Research that is detailed, descriptive, finds out the opinions of existing and potential customers, suits small groups

c)

An accurate drawing (usually 2D and outlines only) showing product specifications with measurements, clear, detailed information; used as a guide for production/ manufacturing and drawn to scale

d)

Technologies developed in the past 20-30 years, included CAD, CAM, CNC, rapid (3D) prototyping, robotics, laser, automation and artificial intelligence, etc.

79.

What does 'automation' mean in product design?

a)

Aims for zero waste, materials are chosen carefully so that at the end of the product's useful life, they can be used to create a new product or to feed a biological (i.e. compost) or technical (i.e. recycling of metals etc.) system. Any waste during process must also be useful.

b)

A material through which you can clearly see objects on the other side

c)

Something new and different that improves or replaces something, for example, a process, a product, or a service. It creates new markets or disrupts existing ones

d)

Use of computer & machine technology with reduced human input, often leading to less errors, more speed etc.

80.

What does 'AI' mean in product design?

a)

The extent of an area or subject, i.e. Requirements in the design brief or details in a factor that influences design

b)

The dangerous thing (i.e. dust/fumes), part of a machine, action or behavior that can cause harm or injury

c)

Computer Aided Manufacture

d)

Artificial intelligence: uses machine learning from a massive store of data, used in manufacturing and products

81.

What does 'Dimensions of Sustainability' mean in product design?

a)

Areas or pillars of sustainability: environmental dimension, economic dimension and social dimension

b)

Journal or logbook entries describing production experiences and knowledge learnt

c)

Constraints: aspects that are required, must haves. Considerations: aspects surrounding the context or situation that need to be considered or researched further

d)

Computer Numeric Control: machines driven by numerical data from a computer

82.

What does 'ethical' mean in product design?

a)

Computer Numeric Control: machines driven by numerical data from a computer

b)

The extent of an area or subject, i.e. Requirements in the design brief or details in a factor that influences design

c)

Considers impacts on all parties and chooses good actions that do not harm or invade others, cares for the planet

d)

Statements of agreed minimum standards, related to quality, consistency and safety; most are voluntary, some mandatory; provides confidence to consumers

83.

What does 'entrepreneurial activities' mean in product design?

a)

Exploits innovative products/inventions to create or expand businesses, develop markets and gain profits

b)

Computer Aided Manufacture

c)

A statement that identifies needs or opportunities, contains an end user profile and scope of the project (constraints and considerations)

d)

Products that don't function as well as newer models due to materials/structures wearing out or not performing well

84.

What does 'hazard' mean in product design?

a)

The dangerous thing (i.e. dust/fumes), part of a machine, action or behavior that can cause harm or injury

b)

Identifying needs that haven't been met by existing products, possible areas for new designs

c)

The visual and textural features or attributes of product, related to one's preferences of style and beauty

d)

Rethink, Refuse, Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, Repair. a way of leading a more sustainable life, i.e. to buy less

85.

What does 'inclusive design (or universal design) + here' mean in product design?

a)

Products that don't function as well as newer models due to materials/structures wearing out or not performing well

b)

Manufacturing that reduces costs, labour, production time, material use, storage, waste, etc., And responds flexibly to market demand

c)

a wide variety of users are considered, relevant to public spaces (built environment) and mainstream products

d)

Life Cycle Assessment/Analysis: a scientific method of measuring the environmental impact of a product through the stages of its life

86.

What does 'innovation' mean in product design?

a)

A visual plan for how production steps will be completed over a set period of time, showing dates

b)

Elastic or adaptable, in manufacturing it means being able to respond quickly to what is needed and to cease or halt production of items that are in less demand

c)

How a product works or does its job

d)

Something new and different that improves or replaces something, for example, a process, a product, or a service. It creates new markets or disrupts existing ones

87.

What does 'primary research' mean in product design?

a)

Possible or likely choice

b)

Research that is detailed, descriptive, finds out the opinions of existing and potential customers, suits small groups

c)

Research performed by oneself, e.g. measuring, taking photos, testing materials, trialling processes, testing or comparing products, interviewing people/end user/s or taking notes when observing.

d)

Testing two or more materials to find out how they respond to a particular circumstance (e.g. force, moisture, etc.) And comparing their performance; used to identify the most suitable material for a product

88.

What does 'secondary research' mean in product design?

a)

A material that light passes through but where images seen through it are blurred, fuzzy or indistinct

b)

Identifying needs that haven't been met by existing products, possible areas for new designs

c)

Research (or work) already published by others on the Internet, in books or other methods, and MUST be attributed to the creator

d)

How the design elements are used: balance, contrast, repetition, movement/rhythm, pattern, etc.

89.

What does 'chosen product concept' mean in product design?

a)

Computer Numeric Control: machines driven by numerical data from a computer

b)

The physical product concept (a physical prototype or a virtual CAD prototype) that holds the best design decisions

c)

Rethink, Refuse, Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, Repair. a way of leading a more sustainable life, i.e. to buy less

d)

How a product works or does its job

90.

What does 'proof of concept' mean in product design?

a)

Identifies the number of products that are manufactured (one-off, low volume, high volume/mass production and continuous production)

b)

A non-linear process that uses speculative, creative and critical thinking to address end user needs 4

c)

The chosen product concept with all details defined, perhaps with use of a technical drawing, or an annotated realistic drawing to show exactly how final product will be made, will look and how it will be constructed

d)

Statements of agreed minimum standards, related to quality, consistency and safety; most are voluntary, some mandatory; provides confidence to consumers

91.

What does 'potential' mean in product design?

a)

Possible or likely choice

b)

Quick drawings, sketches and models of initial ideas, experimental and exploratory, usually not highly finished or detailed, annotated to explain positive and negative features

c)

The dangerous thing (i.e. dust/fumes), part of a machine, action or behavior that can cause harm or injury

d)

Artificial intelligence: uses machine learning from a massive store of data, used in manufacturing and products

92.

What does '6Rs (a sustainability strategy)' mean in product design?

a)

Rethink, Refuse, Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, Repair. a way of leading a more sustainable life, i.e. to buy less

b)

Occurs mostly in the 1st diamond, into needs and behaviours of the end user (primary & secondary research)

c)

TBL or Triple Bottom Line (a sustainability strategy)

d)

Processes used in production or construction such as cutting, joining, shaping, assembling, finishing etc.

93.

What does 'risk' mean in product design?

a)

A product that lasts a long time, made from strong materials, constructed well

b)

The visual and textural features or attributes of product, related to one's preferences of style and beauty

c)

An estimate that balances the degree or severity of harm that could occur, and the likelihood of an incident happening

d)

Could be graphical (drawn) or physical (actual or virtual)

94.

What does 'flexible' mean in product design?

a)

Elastic or adaptable, in manufacturing it means being able to respond quickly to what is needed and to cease or halt production of items that are in less demand

b)

How the design elements are used: balance, contrast, repetition, movement/rhythm, pattern, etc.

c)

A visual plan for how production steps will be completed over a set period of time, showing dates

d)

Aims for zero waste, materials are chosen carefully so that at the end of the product's useful life, they can be used to create a new product or to feed a biological (i.e. compost) or technical (i.e. recycling of metals etc.) system. Any waste during process must also be useful.

95.

What does 'responsive' mean in product design?

a)

Products that don't function as well as newer models due to materials/structures wearing out or not performing well

b)

Reacts to the current situation, in manufacturing it means responding to immediate market demands, not planning too far ahead and being able to switch the manufacturing mechanisms for those demands, e.g. during the pandemic many companies switched to making N95 face masks, Covid testing kits and other hospital supplies, clothing companies switched to more comfort outfits.

c)

Exploits innovative products/inventions to create or expand businesses, develop markets and gain profits

d)

Could be graphical (drawn) or physical (actual or virtual)

96.

What does 'Product Life Cycle (one of the FACTORS)' mean in product design?

a)

Similar to LCA but not scientific, considers the life of a product from materials, manufacture, use and disposal.

b)

Quick drawings, sketches and models of initial ideas, experimental and exploratory, usually not highly finished or detailed, annotated to explain positive and negative features

c)

Considers impacts on all parties and chooses â€˜goodâ€™ actions that do not harm or invade others, cares for the planet

d)

Testing two or more materials to find out how they respond to a particular circumstance (e.g. force, moisture, etc.) And comparing their performance; used to identify the most suitable material for a product

97.

What does 'speculative thinking' mean in product design?

a)

An accurate drawing (usually 2D and outlines only) showing product specifications with measurements, clear, detailed information; used as a guide for production/ manufacturing and drawn to scale

b)

The chosen product concept with all details defined, perhaps with use of a technical drawing, or an annotated realistic drawing to show exactly how final product will be made, will look and how it will be constructed

c)

Thinking about how to positively impact the future, impacts of technologies, populations, climate issues etc.

d)

An individual or a group of people who use, will use or might use a product: they may be personally known by a designer, or unknown but researched

98.

What does 'worldview issues' mean in product design?

a)

Statements of agreed minimum standards, related to quality, consistency and safety; most are voluntary, some mandatory; provides confidence to consumers

b)

Computer Numeric Control: machines driven by numerical data from a computer

c)

Attitudes, values and expectations that inform our beliefs and actions in relation to the world and how we behave and the choices we make, such as how we purchase things and what we value in life. Can be seen from a purely personal view or encompass how others are affected by issues such as working conditions, natural disasters, climate or economic migration, use of resources, creation of waste, the impact of war, housing needs, nature of employment, displacement of peoples etc.

d)

Identifying hazards and possible injuries, calculating risks (seriousness and likelihood) and developing safety controls to minimise risks

PDT Terminology- Multiple Choice /98

Total questions: 98

Worksheet time: 49mins

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