Using and working with electronic and mechanical systems (AQA GCSE Design and Technology): Quizzes
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What are systems fundamentally defined as in technology?
What are systems fundamentally defined as in technology?
Organized collections of components
What is the primary function of levers in mechanical systems?
What is the primary function of levers in mechanical systems?
Force multiplication
What do gears enable in mechanical systems?
What do gears enable in mechanical systems?
Speed and torque adjustments
What is a key function of electronic systems?
What is a key function of electronic systems?
Process electrical signals
What are hybrid systems in modern products?
What are hybrid systems in modern products?
Combined mechanical & electronic elements
How many critical areas must engineers analyze when selecting materials?
How many critical areas must engineers analyze when selecting materials?
Twelve areas
What does hardness provide in mechanical properties?
What does hardness provide in mechanical properties?
Wear resistance
Which physical property is affected by density?
Which physical property is affected by density?
Weight
What do environmental factors focus on in material selection?
What do environmental factors focus on in material selection?
Sustainability throughout product lifecycle
What benefit do standard components often provide?
What benefit do standard components often provide?
Reduced costs & improved reliability
How does scale of production affect material choices?
How does scale of production affect material choices?
Mass production enables different options
Why are gears chosen for vehicle transmissions?
Why are gears chosen for vehicle transmissions?
High strength & toughness for forces