Commercial processes (AQA GCSE Design and Technology): Quizzes
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What does the choice of commercial process directly impact?
What does the choice of commercial process directly impact?
Production costs, quality & timeline
In how many directions can the milling machine table move the workpiece?
In how many directions can the milling machine table move the workpiece?
Three directions (axes)
How is the depth of cut controlled in milling?
How is the depth of cut controlled in milling?
Adjusting vertical position via handle
What accuracy advantage do CNC milling machines offer?
What accuracy advantage do CNC milling machines offer?
Much more precise measurements & cuts
How long can CNC milling machines operate continuously?
How long can CNC milling machines operate continuously?
24 hours a day, 7 days a week
What quality benefit do CNC machines provide?
What quality benefit do CNC machines provide?
Every part produced will be identical
What is casting?
What is casting?
Heating metal to liquid & pouring in mould
What advantage does casting offer?
What advantage does casting offer?
Creates complex shapes economically
What size of products is die casting typically used for?
What size of products is die casting typically used for?
Smaller metal products & components
What surface finish quality does die casting produce?
What surface finish quality does die casting produce?
High-quality surface finish
How many times can sand casting moulds be reused?
How many times can sand casting moulds be reused?
Must be remade for each casting
Which casting method is best for high volume production of small parts?
Which casting method is best for high volume production of small parts?
Die casting