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What properties make PVC suitable for applications like window frames and plumbing?
What properties make PVC suitable for applications like window frames and plumbing?
PVC is versatile, inexpensive, easily worked, and tough.
How does the process of calendering contribute to the manufacturing of plastic sheets?
How does the process of calendering contribute to the manufacturing of plastic sheets?
Calendering involves feeding heated softened polymer through rollers that gradually flatten it into sheets.
What is the role of foaming agents in the production of polystyrene products?
What is the role of foaming agents in the production of polystyrene products?
Foaming agents added to polystyrene enhance its toughness and flexibility.
What is the primary use of compression moulding in manufacturing?
What is the primary use of compression moulding in manufacturing?
Describe one disadvantage of using thermoplastics in high-speed steel applications.
Describe one disadvantage of using thermoplastics in high-speed steel applications.
What makes stainless steel resistant to corrosion?
What makes stainless steel resistant to corrosion?
What characteristic of tool steel makes it ideal for machining processes?
What characteristic of tool steel makes it ideal for machining processes?
How does the extrusion moulding process differ from injection moulding?
How does the extrusion moulding process differ from injection moulding?
What role does atmospheric pressure play in vacuum forming?
What role does atmospheric pressure play in vacuum forming?
Explain how the extrusion moulding process contributes to uniform products.
Explain how the extrusion moulding process contributes to uniform products.
In injection moulding, what is the significance of the cavity mould?
In injection moulding, what is the significance of the cavity mould?
List two examples of products commonly made using injection moulding.
List two examples of products commonly made using injection moulding.
What is the primary function of the screw in the extrusion moulding process?
What is the primary function of the screw in the extrusion moulding process?
Why are powders like talc used in the vacuum forming process?
Why are powders like talc used in the vacuum forming process?
What materials are best suited for the extrusion moulding process?
What materials are best suited for the extrusion moulding process?
Describe the role of heaters in the barrel during the injection moulding process.
Describe the role of heaters in the barrel during the injection moulding process.
What is the primary purpose of the hydraulic ram in injection moulding?
What is the primary purpose of the hydraulic ram in injection moulding?
Explain how rotational moulding differs from injection moulding.
Explain how rotational moulding differs from injection moulding.
What type of products is commonly produced using rotational moulding?
What type of products is commonly produced using rotational moulding?
Describe the role of ejector pins in the injection moulding process.
Describe the role of ejector pins in the injection moulding process.
What does the retraction of the screw during injection moulding allow for?
What does the retraction of the screw during injection moulding allow for?
Why is the injection moulding process described as highly automated?
Why is the injection moulding process described as highly automated?
What types of materials are typically used in rotational moulding?
What types of materials are typically used in rotational moulding?
How does the design of the mould impact the rotational moulding process?
How does the design of the mould impact the rotational moulding process?
What is a key characteristic of products made by fusion joining of metals?
What is a key characteristic of products made by fusion joining of metals?
What type of industries commonly utilize injection moulding?
What type of industries commonly utilize injection moulding?
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Vacuum Forming
Vacuum Forming
A plastic shaping method using a vacuum to hold the plastic against a mold.
Extrusion Moulding
Extrusion Moulding
Creates continuous plastic shapes of uniform cross-section by pushing melted plastic through a die.
Injection Moulding
Injection Moulding
A widely used process for creating specific shapes in plastics by injecting melted plastic into a mold.
Thermoplastics
Thermoplastics
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Thermosets
Thermosets
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Die
Die
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Cavity Mold
Cavity Mold
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Atmospheric Pressure
Atmospheric Pressure
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Rotational Moulding
Rotational Moulding
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Welding
Welding
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Hydraulic Ram
Hydraulic Ram
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Polymer
Polymer
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Ejector Pins
Ejector Pins
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Metal Joining
Metal Joining
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Granulated Polymer
Granulated Polymer
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Oxy-Acetylene Welding
Oxy-Acetylene Welding
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Manual Metal Arc Welding
Manual Metal Arc Welding
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Calendering
Calendering
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Compression Moulding
Compression Moulding
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Manufacturing Processes
Manufacturing Processes
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Study Notes
Ballyhaunis Community School Engineering Leaving Certificate Textbook
- The textbook covers Leaving Certificate Engineering topics
- Divided into sections on Metallurgy, Materials Science, Polymers, Welding, Iron Carbon Diagrams, Machining
- Page numbers are provided for each topic
Metallurgy
- The Periodic Table of Elements: Page 5
- The Atom: Page 5
- States of Matter: Page 6
- Atomic Bonding: Page 6
- Crystal Structures: Page 7
- Metal Defects: Page 8
- Point Defects: Page 8
- Line Defect: Page 9
- Metal Ore Extraction: Page 9
- Open Cast Mining: Page 10
- Open Pit Mining: Page 10
- Underground Mining: Page 11
- Dredging: Page 11
- Solution Mining: Page 11
- Metal Ore Concentration: Page 12
- Magnetic Separation: Page 12
- Floatation Separation: Page 12
- Pyrometallurgy: Page 13
Materials Science
- Understanding Materials: Page 14
- Material Properties: Page 14
- Nature of Forces: Page 16
- Tension (Tensile Force): Page 16
- Compression (Compressive Force): Page 16
- Bending Force: Page 16
- Torsion (Twisting Force): Page 16
- Shear Force: Page 16
- Non Destructive Testing (NDT): Page 17
- Visual Inspection: Page 17
- Liquid Penetrant Test: Page 17
- Magnetic Particle Test: Page 18
- Eddy Current Test: Page 18
- Ultrasonic Test: Page 19
- Radiography Test: Page 19
- Mechanical Testing (Destructive Testing): Page 20
Polymers
- Polymer Materials Science: Page 28
- Introduction: Page 28
- Categories of Polymers: Page 28
- Natural Polymers: Page 28
- Thermoplastic Polymers (Thermoplastics): Page 29
- Thermosetting Polymers (Thermosets): Page 30
- Elastomers: Page 31
- Additives To Polymers: Page 31
- Disposal of Polymers: Page 32
- Common Polymers used in Engineering: Page 34
- Manufacturing with Plastics: Page 35
- Calendering: Page 35
- Compression Moulding: Page 35
- Transfer Moulding: Page 36
- Blow Moulding: Page 36
- Vacuum Forming: Page 37
- Extrusion Moulding: Page 37
- Injection Moulding: Page 38
- Rotational Moulding: Page 39
Welding
- Introduction: Page 40
- Gas Welding: Page 40
- Oxy-Acetylene Welding: Page 40
- Electric Arc Welding: Page 42
- Manual Metal Arc (MMA): Page 42
- Metal Inerth Gas welding (MIG): Page 43
- Tungsten Inerth Gas welding (TIG): Page 44
- Submerged Arc Welding (SAW): Page 44
- Electro Slag Welding: Page 45
- Resistance Welding: Page 45
- Resistance Spot Welding: Page 46
- Resistance Seam Welding: Page 46
- Power Control: Page 46
- Transformers: Page 47
- DC Rectifier: Page 47
Iron Carbon Diagrams
- Understanding Steel: Page 49
- What is Steel: Page 49
- Understanding the Iron Carbon Diagram: Page 49
- Parts of the iron carbon diagram: Page 49
- Ferrite: Page 50
- Austenite: Page 50
- Cementite: Page 50
- Pearlite: Page 50
- Heat Treatments: Page 52
- Annealing: Page 53
- Normalising: Page 53
- Stress Relieving: Page 53
- Hardening: Page 53
- Case Hardening Method: Page 54
- Tempering: Page 54
- Pyrometers: Page 55
- Optical Pyrometer: Page 55
- Thermocouple Pyrometer: Page 55
- Cast irons: Page 56
- Alloy Steels: Page 57
Machining
- Introduction: Page 59
- Turning: Page 59
- Overview of Turning: Page 59
- Turning Operations: Page 60
- Taper Turning: Page 61
- Turning the compound slide: Page 61
- Offsetting the Tailstock: Page 61
- Taper Turning Attachment Bar: Page 61
- Work Holding: Page 62
- Self Centering Chucks: Page 62
- Four Jaw Independent Chuck: Page 62
- Collet Chucks: Page 62
- Revolving Centre: Page 63
- Fixed Steady: Page 63
- Travelling Steady: Page 63
- Tool Height: Page 63
- Tool Below Centre: Page 64
- Surface Finish: Page 64
- Cutting Fluids: Page 64
- Spindle Speed: Page 64
- Feed Rate: Page 65
- Overview of Milling: Page 65
- Vertical Milling Machines: Page 65
- Horizontal Milling Machines: Page 65
- Types of Milling Cutters: Page 66
- End Mills: Page 66
- Angle Cutters: Page 68
- Form Cutters: Page 68
- Upcut v Downcut Milling: Page 68
- Dividing Head: Page 69
- Precision Grinding: Page 69
- Grinding Wheel Classification: Page 70
- Wheel Dressing: Page 71
- Wheel Balancing: Page 71
- Centreless Grinding: Page 71
- Work Holding: Page 71
- Magnetic Chuck: Page 72
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Explore the key concepts of metallurgical and materials science topics as covered in the Leaving Certificate Engineering curriculum. This quiz focuses on essential areas such as metallurgy, materials properties, and various mining techniques that are crucial for understanding engineering concepts. Page references are included for further study.