Terms
an object orbiting an object, such as the earth; it can sometimes give and receive signals
satellite
step 1 of the design process (both parts)
Identify the problem and who will benefit from the solution
Name a technology (product) that improved the safety of cars
rearview mirrors
seatbelts
airbags
windshield wipers
What problem does a GPS solve?
helps you find where you are going or where you are; keeps you from getting lost
Give an example of a trade-off.
making something safer, but a little slower
knowledge, products, and processes that solve problems, answers questions or makes work easier
technology
steps 2 and 3 of the design process
Do research and brainstrom possible solutions.
Name one way the steam-powered train was redesigned and improved.
diesel train
electric train
magnetic levitation train
When choosing a solution, what are 2 things you need to think about?
cost
how long it takes to make
safety
Why would someone redesign a prototype?
It had some problems.
a smaller or simpler version of an object
model
step 4 of the design process
choose a solution
Name 2 technologies that are used in a home.
toaster
vaccum cleaner
microvwaves
When you build a prototype, what should you think about?
will it solve the problem
what materials and tools do I need
How has the telephone changed over the years?
landline to mobile phones
size changed
what you can do wtih the phone besides make phone calls
a set of steps for developing products
design process
steps 5 & 6 of the design process
design, build, and test the prototype
Why is technology important?
It can help solve problems and make it easier to do things.
The Wright brothers came up with "wing-warping". What is wing-warping?
twisting the wings of the plane
What technology has been designed to help people with physical problems?
eye glasses pacemakers
hearing aids shoe lifts
walkers/canes
prosthetics
the first fully working model that uses a design solution
prototype
steps 7 & 8 of the design process
communicate results, evaluate and redesign
Why do engineers build prototypes?
To see if their design works and solves the problem.
Name a tecnology that is used in the school classroom.
computer
interactive board
Name a technology you think will continue to change and how.
answers will vary