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Quick questions on Effects of technological developments: automation, the global marketplace and new materials - Edexcel A-Level Product Design
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What is the shift to high-technology, digital production?Show answer
Production is increasingly high-technology and digital: CAD/CAM, CNC, 3D printing, flexible and lean automation and data integration link design straight to manufacture. This speeds development, enables mass customisation, reduces waste and improves quality, but needs heavy investment and skilled staff and can deepen the divide between high-tech and traditional makers.
What is q1?Show answer
State one benefit and one drawback of automation in manufacturing. [2 marks]
What is q2?Show answer
Explain one environmental concern raised by global manufacturing. [2 marks]
What is q3?Show answer
Give one way new materials have changed product design. [1 mark]
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