Deforming manufacturing processes
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can identify deforming manufacturing methods suitable for specific materials.
Key learning points
- Deforming materials changes the shape and not the state.
- Timber veneer can be deformed by laminating.
- Vacuum forming is a deforming process for polymers.
Keywords
State - the form of matter; gas, liquid or solid
Malleable - can be pressed into shape without breaking, usually in reference to metals
Brittle - breaks or fractures easily without deforming or stretching
Laminating - sticking several layers of material together
Plasticity - can be pressed into shape without breaking, usually in reference to polymers
Common misconception
Laminating is when paper or card are covered in clear polymer.
Laminating means sticking several layers of material together, the clear polymer coated paper or card process is encapsulation.
Teacher tip
This lesson is a great opportunity for students to get involved in practical tasks. Laminating and vacuum forming both require moulds which you could prepare in advance.
Equipment
PVA, Veneer, Moulds, HIPS, Vacuum former
Content guidance
Risk assessment required - equipment
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Match the type of manufacturing process to the definition.
changing the shape, but not the state
changing the shape and the state
removing material
joining materials
Q2.What type of material is a wool jumper made from? Choose all that apply.
Q3.Which of theses materials are from finite resources?
Q4.Match the material property to the correct definition.
ability to resist flexing forces
ability to resist twisting forces
ability to resist pushing forces
Q5.Insert the missing word: 'sustainable is 'using wisely so that they do not run out.'
Q6.Recycle means ...
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Which of the following are material states?
Q2.Match the material properties to the definitions.
Can be pressed into shape without breaking; usually refers to metals.
Can be drawn into a wire; usually refers to metals.
Resists flexing forces.
Breaks or shatters easily.
Q3.What is the grain on timber?
Q4.Order the stages of laminating veneer.
Q5.Which features are necessary for a successful former, for use in vacuum forming?
Q6.What is the main purpose of using vacuum forming in manufacturing?
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