Practice Cost (4.2) - Manufacturing Processes and Classification - Manufacturing Process

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Lesson 4.2Manufacturing Processes and Classification

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Question 1.
What defines additive manufacturing?
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Think about 3D printing.
Question 2.
Name one advantage of subtractive manufacturing.
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Consider surface finish.
3Question 3.
What is the primary purpose of additive manufacturing?
- To add material layer by layer
- To remove material from a block
- To shape material without adding
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Remember how 3D printing works.
4Question 4.
True or False: Subtractive manufacturing processes are generally more wasteful than additive processes.
- True
- False
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Consider the excess produced.
Question 5.
You are tasked with designing an intricate medical device that requires customization and volume of production is expected to be low. Which manufacturing method would you choose and justify your choice?
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Assess the trade-offs between customization vs. volume.
Question 6.
A client wishes to produce 10,000 identical plastic bottles. Describe the manufacturing method you would recommend, addressing initial costs and material efficiency.
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Think about long-term savings vs. setup costs.

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