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Design optimisation

The starter and exit quiz of the lesson “Design optimisation”, from the unit “Developments in new materials: supporting new parents” (Year 9 Design and technology) by Oak National Academy.

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11 questions

Put the stages of design in order.
Designers need to ensure that any design developments are justified based on the user’s __________.
The iterative process is how designers __________ ideas to develop a successful design solution.
Which stage is missing from the iterative process. ___ > Prototype > Test > Refine
What is the process of making small improvements to something?
What is DFM an abbreviation of?
Design ___ refines designs to improve factors like efficiency and effectiveness, whilst still satisfying the design requirements.
A reusable nappy is an example of improving what factor when optimising designs?
Design for ___ (DFM) is the process of designing products in such a way that they are easy, cost effective, and efficient to manufacture.
Match the term to the key factor when considering DFM.
Which criteria are part of simplify/minimise/reduce for design optimisation.

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