Dt CORE

1.1 Impact of New & Emerging Technologies

Automation can replace jobs and requires a more tech-savvy workforce.

Demographic movement

Jobs may move to different areas or countries due to various factors.

Science & technology parks

Areas where businesses collaborate and innovate.

Privately-owned business

Business owned by individuals with the aim of making a profit.

Crowdfunding

Funding projects through public contributions online.

Government funding

Financial support in the form of grants or loans for startups.

Not-for-profit

Organizations that focus on social benefits rather than profit.

Transport costs

Higher transport costs can lead to increased product prices.

Pollution

Manufacturing processes that harm the environment.

Natural resources

Depletion risk associated with resource extraction.

Waste

Landfill issues caused by product waste.

Wages

Salaries that impact production costs.

Highly-skilled workers

Workers needed for advanced technology.

Apprenticeships

Training pathways for skill development.

EU movement

Workers moving between countries within the EU.

Social clustering

Groups living together can influence design needs.

Shift work

24-hour production systems requiring diverse work schedules.

IoT (Internet of Things)

Devices interconnected for smarter living.

Remote working

Flexibility to work from home.

Video conferencing

Digital communication methods for meetings.

Pollution & waste disposal issues

Challenges in managing environmental impacts.

Material separation

Process of recycling materials to reduce waste.

Global transport

Increases the carbon footprint due to transportation.

Packaging

Environmental effects associated with product packaging.

Standardisation

Using the same parts for consistency in production.

JIT (Just in Time)

Materials arrive as they are needed for production.

Lean manufacturing

Production techniques aimed at reducing waste.

Batch production

Producing goods in groups or batches.

Continuous production

Non-stop production processes.

One-off production

Creating a single unique product.

Mass production

Large-scale production methods.

1.2 Evaluating Technologies

Consider budget, timescale, target users, materials, and manufacturing capability in design.

Future Scenarios

Anticipating needs for emergency designs and sustainable innovations.

Life Cycle Analysis (LCA)

Evaluating the environmental impact of a product throughout its life.

1.3 Energy Sources

Fossil fuels are non-renewable, while wind, solar, and tidal are renewable.

Power Systems

Various systems such as batteries, solar cells, and mains power.

Choosing Energy

Factors to consider include portability, environmental impact, and cost.

1.4 Materials

Smart materials like SMA and piezoelectric materials can change properties.

Composites

Materials like concrete and carbon fibre that offer unique properties.

Technical Textiles

Specialized textiles for various applications including safety and performance.

1.5 Mechanical Devices

Different forms of movement: linear, rotary, reciprocating, and oscillating.

Levers

Devices that provide mechanical advantage to lift or move objects.

Systems

Linkages and cams used to change movement direction.

1.6 Electronics

Components include sensors, switches, transistors, and outputs like LEDs.

Programmable Components

Systems represented by flowcharts with input and output controls.

1.8 Metals

Ferrous and non-ferrous metals with various properties.

1.9 Papers & Boards

Different types of paper and board with specific properties.

1.10 Polymers

Thermoforming and thermosetting plastics with unique characteristics.

1.11 Textiles

Natural and synthetic textiles with various structural and property differences.

1.12 Timbers

Natural hardwoods and softwoods, along with manufactured options like MDF.

1.13 Materials in Context

Choosing materials based on properties and manufacturing processes.

1.14 Design Considerations

Respect diverse user needs and environmental aspects in design.

1.15 Analysing Products

Criteria such as performance, sustainability, and innovation in product analysis.

1.16 Design Strategies

Approaches such as collaboration and user-centered design.

1.17 Communicating Ideas

Methods include sketching, CAD modeling, and technical drawings.