An in-depth examination of Design and Technology Polymer Based Materials and the associated tools, machinery, processes and finishes.
This comprehensive study covers both in-school workshop situations and those found in commercial industry.
This title was produced in association with Mr Paul Woodward.
This online title is part of the Focus Design Technology online resource pack.
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Polymer Based Materials: Selection of Materials or Components
- Functionality
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Aesthetics
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Availability
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Cost
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Social Factors
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Cultural and Ethical Factors
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Polymer Based Materials: Forces and Stresses
- Compression
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Tension
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Shear
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Torsion
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Bending
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Forces Acting on a Sports Climber
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Polymer Based Materials: Ecological and Social Footprint
- Drilling, Mining and Deforestation
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Environmental Issues
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Sustainable Design
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The Six Rs of Sustainability
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Identification for Recycling
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Repurposing and Upcycling
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Polymer Based Materials: Sources and Origins of Metals
Polymer Based Materials: Using and Working with Materials
- Polymer Classification
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Polymer Additives
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Composite Materials
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Hand Tools
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Machine Tools
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Polymer Based Materials: Stock Forms, Types and Sizes
- Stock Forms
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Standard Components
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Polymer Based Materials: Scales of Production
- One-Off Production
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Batch Production
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Mass Production
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Continuous Production
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Polymer Based Materials: Specialist Techniques and Processes
- Wasting Processes
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Deforming Processes
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Reforming Processes
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Addition Processes
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Working to a Tolerance
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Quality Management
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Polymer Based Materials: Surface Treatments and Finishes
- Why Surface Finish Polymers?
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Diamond Edge Polishing & Buffing
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Flame Polishing
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GRP Gelcoat
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Plating on Plastic
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Laser Engraving and Etching
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Textured Moulds
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Vinyl Decals and Stickers
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