product design

TASK: Explain what it is and why it is important for you to use.

Continuous/Mass or Batch Production?

Which is a suitable manufacturing method for  your product?

• Continuous (non stop)

+    uninterrupted production

• expensive specialised equipment needed

• Mass (high volume)

+   repetitive assembly, using CNC machines.

-    expensive specialised equipment needed

• Batch (specific quantity)

+   easily repeat batch orders

• Expensive to set up jigs and templates

TASK: Explain different methods of production.  

Evaluate which method is best suited for your product.

Materials

Which could you use?

• Plastics

• Wood

• Metal

• Fabric ??

TASK:

Write 2-3 advantages/disadvantages of using each

material to produce your product.

Write a small evaluation and include which

material you will use.