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Edexcel GCSE Design and Technology
Metals
Edexcel GCSE Design and Technology · 1DT0 · 2
Metals
Paper 1
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Specialize in the study of metals as a primary material category to achieve depth in material design.
2.1
Design Contexts for Metals
2.1.1
Applying Metal Knowledge
2.2
Properties and Origins of Metals
2.2.1
Ferrous Metals
2.2.2
Non-Ferrous Metals
2.2.3
Sources and Geographical Origins
2.2.4
Physical Characteristics
2.2.5
Working Properties
2.2.6
Social Footprint
2.2.7
Ecological Footprint
2.3
Influences on Metal Selection
2.3.1
Aesthetic Factors
2.3.2
Environmental Factors
2.3.3
Availability Factors
2.3.4
Cost Factors
2.3.5
Social Factors
2.3.6
Cultural and Ethical Factors
2.4
Forces, Stresses, and Reinforcement
2.4.1
Forces and Stresses
2.4.2
Reinforcement and Stiffening
2.5
Stock Forms, Types, and Sizes
2.5.1
Stock Forms and Types
2.5.2
Sizes and Measurements
2.6
Manufacturing Processes and Scales
2.6.1
Manufacturing Processes
2.6.2
Scales of Production
2.6.3
Quantity Production Techniques
2.7
Prototyping Techniques and Tools
2.7.1
Tools and Equipment
2.7.2
Shaping Processes
2.7.3
Fabricating and Constructing
2.7.4
Assembling Methods
2.8
Surface Treatments and Finishes
2.8.1
Finishes and Treatments
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