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The unit used for measuring electrical power usage or production, equal to 1 Joule/second Correct Answers Watt The unit of electric force or "pressure" Correct Answers Work A substance in which all the electrons in the atoms of the substance are tightly bound. The electrons do not easily move from one atom to the next. It is very difficult to get current to flow through. Correct Answers Insulator A substance in which the outer electrons can move freely from one atom to the next. Curre...

A device used to measure wind speed that often incorporates wind direction as well Correct Answers Anemometer the theoretical limit of 59.3% of the available wind power that a rotor can capture. The theory is named for its German developer, Albert Betz Correct Answers Betz limit Devices that use centrifugal force to open or close hydraulic valves in response to rotor speed Correct Answers Centrifugal release unit An apparatus that converts mechanical energy into electrical energy, typic...

aggregation Correct Answers Building several wind energy projects together so that they are treated as one larger project - to improve project economics. airfoil Correct Answers The cross section profile of the leeward side of a wind generator blade, designed to reduce drag and maximize lift. anemometer Correct Answers An instrument used to measure the velocity, or speed, of the wind. angle of attack Correct Answers The angle of relative airflow to a wind turbine's blade. armature C...

Flat Rolling Correct Answers production of a flat plate, sheet, and foil at high speeds, good surface finish, high capital invest, low labor cost Shape Rolling Correct Answers production of various structural shapes such as I beams and trails at high speed, requires shaped rolls and expensive equipment, low labor cost Forging Correct Answers production of discrete parts with a set of dies, requires finishing operations, performed at elevated temperatures Extrusion Correct Answers produc...

The design engineer is responsible for what aspects of a new design? Correct Answers All aspects The manufacturing engineer is responsible for providing: a) Tooling & manufacturing equipment b) Operating sequences c) Manufacturability evaluation d) All of the above Correct Answers d) All of the above Material cost is based on: Correct Answers Part volume, scrap, and volumetric cost of material Which factors are most important for determining direct labor costs?: a) The manufacturi...

Engineering Design Process Correct Answers A systematic, iterative, structured way to help engineers develop many possible solutions to a problem to satisfy humans needs and wants. Iteration Correct Answers Doing something again, like starting over with the design process. Criteria Correct Answers A means of judging. A standard, rule, or test by which something can be judged. Prototype Correct Answers A full-scale working sample used to test a design concept by making actual observation...

Open Molding Correct Answers A fabrication process where the composite materials are exposed to the atmosphere Closed Molding Correct Answers A fabrication process where the composite materials are processed in a two sided mold set or within a vacuum bag Hand Lay-Up Correct Answers An open molding process where the reinforcement is placed manually Spray-up (Chopping) Correct Answers An open molding process where the resin and glass fiber are deposited using a chopper gun Gel Coat...

Design for Manufacture and Assembly (DMFA) Correct Answers Integrates product design process with: • Materials Selection • Manufacturing Methods and Selection • Assembly/Disassembly • Process Planning • Testing • Quality Assurance DFMA Correct Answers • Requires that designers acquire a fundamental understanding of the characteristics, capabilities, and limitations of materials, production methods, machinery, and equipment. • Must consider variability in performance, ...

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...

Examples of subtractive manufacturing Correct Answers Milling, drilling, and turning. Fundamental concept of subtractive manufacturing Correct Answers reduce the volume of materials throughout the process Subtractive manufacturing transformation can be seen as an economical one because value is added when comparing original shape to new shape. Correct Answers True How is shape obtained for revolution parts? Correct Answers By revolving a profile around an axis How are multiple pa...

Link manufacturing to some concepts like... Correct Answers constraints product portfolios product architecture usability design language product architecture can affect fabrication process in many ways: Correct Answers component complexity upgrades, servicing, adjust for use product platforms supply chains (global & local) the final stage of the product development process: Correct Answers phase 2 implementation & production beg - new product specifications defined end...

GNP Correct Answers Gross National Product Manufacturing Correct Answers 1. Organized activities that convert raw materials into salable goods 2. The economic term for making goods and services available to satisfy human wants; Assembly Correct Answers Organized activities that convert raw materials into salable goods Producer Goods Correct Answers Goods manufactured for other companies to use to manufacture either producer or consumer goods Consumer Goods Correct Answers Goods purc...

Manufacturing Correct Answers The process of making a raw material into a finished product (components, assemblies). [Manufacturing = production] Manufacturing considerations: Correct Answers -Product meets design requirements, specifications and standards. -Manufactured in economical and environmentally friendly environment. -Quality must be built into product from design to final assemblies. -Flexible to accommodate supply and demand. -Adapt with new technology (materials, computers, ...

bottom-up approach to critical reasoning Correct Answers Critical thinking comprises three interlinking dimensions: Correct Answers -Analyzing one's own thinking- breaking it down into its component parts. -Evaluating one's own thinking- identifying its weaknesses while recognizing its strengths. -Improving one's own thinking- reconstructing it to make it better. Critical thinking is characteristically: Correct Answers self-directed self-disciplined self-monitored self-correcti...

1. Which of the following are valid population elements? a. People b. Businesses c. Financial transactions d. All of these could be used as population elements. e. a and b are correct. Correct Answers d 2. A complete canvass of a population is called a a. sample. b. census. c. sampling frame. d. population. e. directory Correct Answers b 3. Samples are often used to infer something about a population rather than canvassing the population itself because they are typically a. che...

I will read the entire experiment and complete all pre-lab reports before entering the lab. Correct Answers Be familiar with the instructions for the experiment, paying special attention to the safety precautions. Only materials and equipment authorized by your teacher should be used. When you do the lab work, follow the instructions and the safety precautions described in the directions for the experiment. I will wear the right clothing for lab work. Correct Answers Necklaces, neckties, da...

Describe data analysis Correct Answers The collection, transformation, and organization of data in order to draw conclusions, make predictions, and drive informed decision-making. In data analytics, what term describes a collection of elements that interact with one another? Correct Answers A data ecosystem Fill in the blank: The primary goal of data ____ is to create new questions using data. Correct Answers Scientist What tactics can a data analyst use to effectively blend gut instinc...

13. Marketing research is best defined as a) the systematic design, collection, interpretation, and reporting of information to help marketers solve specific marketing problems or take advantage of market opportunities. b) a framework for the day-to-day management and structuring of information gathered by marketers. c) a continuous gathering of data for an organization to make marketing decisions d) the collecting of data from secondary sources and internal documents. e) an intuitive proce...

1.Traditionally, ______ has included form, color, space, materials, and texture. However, things such as cost, safely, security, market trends, and service have become increasingly important in design. Correct Answers Design __________is turning a concept into a product that can be produced. It produces plans that help turn resources into desirable products or systems. Correct Answers Design Using the ______________ to address problems helps engineers achieve the best solution. Correct Ans...

Researcher A says that people who got allowances as children are more financially responsible as adults because they had more opportunity to learn how to handle money. Researcher B says that people who got allowances as children are more financially responsible adults because they are responsible people in general which is why their parents gave the allowances in the first place. Which of the following best describes this state of affairs? A) The researchers share the same hypothesis but are ...