Materials & Manufacturing Processes Quiz

Thermoset Plastic Correct Answers A polymer that can only be moulded once, if heated again it will burn rather than melt. Thermo Plastic Correct Answers A polymer that can be moulded more than once. Welding Correct Answers The process in which separate metal parts are joined using heat and an extra material. Soldering Correct Answers The process in which electrical components are joined together using an iron. Injection Moulding Correct Answers When molten plastic is pushed into a mould to create a part. Blow Moulding Correct Answers When molten plastic is formed hollow using air. Alignment Check Correct Answers After joining, this is done to make sure the product assembly is accurate. Spray Painting Correct Answers The process of coating a part in an even, often colourful finish. Powder Coating Correct Answers The process of coating metal parts in a plastic, protective skin. Composite Correct Answers A type of material produced by combing two different materials (such as a ceramic and a polymer) to create a mix of good properties. Turning Correct Answers The process of cutting away material on a lathe. Casting Correct Answers The process of pouring molten metal into a mould to create a part.