Practice Minimal And Accessible Fasteners (8.5.2.2) - Chapter 8: Sustainable Design & The Circular Economy
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Question 1 Easy

What are minimal fasteners?

💡 Hint: Think about what tools you usually need to remove fasteners.

Question 2 Easy

Name a type of minimal fastener.

💡 Hint: What can you use to secure parts together easily?

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Question 1

Which of the following is an example of a minimal fastener?

Glue
Screw
Weld

💡 Hint: Consider which fastener allows for removal.

Question 2

True or False: Permanent fasteners make recycling easier.

True
False

💡 Hint: Think about the ease of taking something apart.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Design a product using minimal and accessible fasteners. Include sketches and explanations of how this will enhance repairability and sustainability.

💡 Hint: Consider everyday objects you use that require repairs.

Challenge 2 Hard

Evaluate a common consumer product you own that uses permanent fasteners. Discuss how changing it to an accessible fastener could improve its lifecycle.

💡 Hint: Think about the repair process for that product.

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