The Design Process
What is the first step in the design process?
Identify
What is the material used to create 3D models?
Filament
Name a tool that is used to sand something
Disc sander
What is force?
A push or pull that can change the motion, direction, or shape of an object.
What does CAD stand for?
Computer Aided Design
Name two ways people can do research?
- Internet
- Reading articles
- Talking to other people (surveys)
How hot should you set the head of your 3D printer?
200 - 215 degrees Celsius
What tool is used to mark a 90 degree line?
Tri square
What type of energy does a stretched rubber band have?
Potential energy.
What is a CAD software used in school?
Fusion
TinkerCAD
Blender
SketchUp
What is a prototype?
Is a model (first working product) of a design.
Name three body parts that can be 3D printed
ears, eyes, skull, hand, arms
What is the name of the fixed machinery tool used to drill holes?
Drill Press
Why is it important to align the axles of a mousetrap car correctly?
To reduce friction and keep the car moving straight.
What is an advantage of using CAD/CAM?
It can manufacture multiple products accurately and quickly.
Why do designers need to do step 2 of the design process?
People do research to look for facts about something
What chocolate company made a 3D printer?
Hersey
What is the main purpose of a coping saw?
It is used to manually cut curved edges, due to the shape (frame and thin blade rather than solid saw).
How is friction created in a mousetrap care?
From the wheels rolling forward and the air pushing against the body.
What is a disadvantage of CAD/CAM?
It is costly and requires training
After deciding on the solution to a problem, an inventor does what?
Makes a prototype
What is the type of the file we send as instructions to the 3D printer?
.STL
Name a man made wood
MDF
State Newton’s First Law of Motion in simple terms.
Objects stay still or keep moving unless a force acts on them.
Name a CAM machine
Laser Cutter, 3D printer