Metals in Furniture Making

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What is a method of shaping metal by force effect?

Forging (correct)

Bending

Casting

Molding

Which of the following is an advantage of metal material and furniture production?

Higher cost of production

Limited availability of metal in the market

Difficulty in shaping metal

Availability of metal in the market (correct)

What type of metal was commonly used in ancient times?

Aluminum

Copper

Bronze

Iron (correct)

Which method can be done by a simple hand apparatus or with various bending machines?

Bending Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of metal that allows for the production of complex shapes?

Malleability Signup and view all the answers

What is a benefit of metal bending in furniture production?

Allows for the production of complex shapes Signup and view all the answers

What type of metal is used in the Landi chair?

Aluminum-perforated plate Signup and view all the answers

What is a benefit of using metal plates in furniture making?

It can be cut and bent into a specified form Signup and view all the answers

When was the first modular sheet office furniture made?

1920 Signup and view all the answers

What is an advantage of using sheet metal in furniture making?

Furniture can be produced from a single plate without assembly Signup and view all the answers

What is a benefit of using metal bars in furniture making?

They can be bent and shaped into various forms Signup and view all the answers

What type of furniture was first made using the plate bending method?

Filing cabinets Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of metal furniture that allows for easy transportation?

It can be disassembled and packaged Signup and view all the answers

What is a common use of tubular steel in furniture making?

Making office chairs and tables Signup and view all the answers

What is a benefit of using metal furniture?

It is durable and long-lasting Signup and view all the answers

What is a method of combining metal parts in furniture making?

Welding Signup and view all the answers

Why is metal a convenient material for furniture production?

It comes in standard sizes and can be easily molded Signup and view all the answers

What is a type of metal often used in furniture making?

Aluminum Signup and view all the answers