IB Design Technology B. Design in Practice Key Definitions

The fifth generation of mobile network technology, offering faster speeds, lower latency, and greater connectivity than previous generations.

A basic digital logic gate that gives a high output (1) only when all inputs are high (1). It has two or more inputs and one output.

A volume production process where products move continuously along a conveyor, with components added at each workstation until the final product is assembled.

A volume production process where machines are controlled by computers, allowing for high efficiency and minimal human input.

A limited-volume production process where a set number of items are made in groups or batches.

A force that causes a material to curve, involving both tension (on one side) and compression (on the opposite side).

A structured list of all components, parts, and materials, often including quantities, part numbers, and descriptions.

A wireless communication standard for short-range data exchange between electronic devices, such as phones, speakers, and computers.

A logic-based mathematical system where variables are either “true” (1) or “false” (0), used to analyse and design digital circuits.

A mechanical part that converts rotational motion into linear motion.

An electronic component that stores and releases electrical energy by holding an electric charge between two conductive plates.

A force that squeezes a material or causes it to shorten.

CAD (Computer Aided Design) refers to the use of computer software to create, modify, and communicate design ideas with precision.

A manufacturing system that uses computers to integrate production, business, and manufacturing processes, creating more efficient and automated production lines.

A production method where materials are manufactured or processed without interruption, allowing for constant output.

A small-scale production process that relies on manual skills to make individual or custom products.

The flow of electric charge through a circuit, caused by the movement of electrically charged particles, such as electrons. Measured in amperes (A)

Clearly articulate the design challenge based on user insights.

A design approach where products are created for optimal use of existing manufacturing capabilities, improving efficiency and ease of production.

A design specification is a detailed list of requirements, constraints, and important considerations that a product must meet.

Develop the intended solution through iterative model–test–refine cycles.

An electronic system that uses binary signals, i.e. 0 or 1, on or off.

A usability objective that measures the speed and accuracy with which users can perform the intended task of a product.

A computerised system designed to perform a specific set of tasks within a larger device, often with real-time control and limited user interaction.