Joints in Use (Junior Cert Wood Technology): Flashcards
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Joint definition
Joint definition
Stable connection between two wood pieces
Wood characteristics
Wood characteristics
Natural qualities like grain pattern & moisture that affect joint choice
Environmental considerations in woodworking
Environmental considerations in woodworking
Sustainability & ecological impact
Social considerations in woodworking
Social considerations in woodworking
Ethical & cultural influences
Dovetail joint visual benefit
Dovetail joint visual benefit
Enhances visual appeal of project
Best joint for heavy framing
Best joint for heavy framing
Mortise and tenon
Hardwood example for mortise & tenon
Hardwood example for mortise & tenon
Oak
Wood types dovetail joints work with
Wood types dovetail joints work with
Both softwoods and hardwoods
Mortise and tenon form
Mortise and tenon form
Tenon fits into mortise hole
Dovetail joint characteristic
Dovetail joint characteristic
Interlocking pieces resistant to pulling apart
Lap joint form
Lap joint form
Pieces overlap partially
Benefit of sustainable wood sourcing
Benefit of sustainable wood sourcing
Reduces ecological harm
Factor influencing joint design
Factor influencing joint design
Cultural significance