MKO2: Core technical principles

Which type of renewable energy is sourced from plants?

• Biomass

• Solar

• Tidal

• Wind

Planned obsolescence is when a product is designed

• to be repairable

• to have a short lifespan.

• to have replaceable sections

• to take upgrades

What is the electrical component shown in Figure 1 used for?

• To detect pressure levels

• To detect temperature levels

• To switch equipment on or off

• To switch the direction of a motor

Identify the smart material used to darken windows in bright sunlight.

• Aluminium foam

• Photochromic pigment

• Shape memory alloy

• Thermochromic pigment

Identify the textile fabric shown in Figure 2.

• Bonded fabric

• Felted fabric

• Knitted fabric

• Woven fabric

'Technology push’ describes when products are developed

• due to improvements in new materials.

• due to increased consumer demand

• in response to consumer feedback.

• with the user in mind

Which one of the following statements about industry is true?

• An increased use of robotics has led to a reduction in manual jobs.

• An increased use of robotics means more people need to be employed.

• The latest production lines require more people who can use hand tools skilfully.

• The use of CAD and CAM in industry has led to less efficiency.

Which of the following is part of a kinetic pumped storage system?

• Alkaline battery

• Oil field

• Photovoltaic cell

• Turbine

Name the identified component shown in Figure 3.

• Cam

• Gear

• Lever

• Pulley

A ductile material is commonly described as one that

• can be drawn into a long length.

• does not scratch easily

• resists corrosion and oxidisation.

• shatters under a sudden impact.