Deforming and reforming (AQA GCSE Design and Technology): Flashcards

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What is perforating?

Creates weak points using toothed cutting tool

Purpose of perforating

Allows easy tearing along predetermined line

Examples of perforated products

Postage stamps, tear-out sections in notebooks

What scoring & creasing do

Compress & weaken fibres for clean, precise folding

Scoring vs cutting tools

Scoring uses blunt tools; cutting uses sharp tools

Use of scoring/creasing

Creates straight, clean folds in boxes, cards, brochures

What are tucks and flaps?

Extensions that fold & insert into slots/pockets

Connection type of tucks/flaps

Mechanical connection without glue or tape

What is moulded pulp manufacturing?

Shapes wet pulp into 3D forms using moulds

Materials for moulded pulp

Recycled newspaper and waste paper

Environmental benefits of moulded pulp

Biodegradable, recyclable, diverts waste from landfills

Cost: moulded pulp vs polystyrene foam

Moulded pulp is significantly less expensive

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