Practice Reduced Material Variety (8.5.2.3) - Chapter 8: Sustainable Design & The Circular Economy
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Reduced Material Variety

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Question 1 Easy

What is the main benefit of reducing material variety in product design?

💡 Hint: Think about how less complexity helps recycling.

Question 2 Easy

Name one example of a product that uses a single type of material.

💡 Hint: Consider common items you see in everyday life.

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Question 1

What is a primary benefit of reducing material variety in design?

Higher production costs
Easier recycling
More complexity

💡 Hint: Consider how complexity affects recycling processes.

Question 2

True or False: Reducing material variety complicates the recycling process.

True
False

💡 Hint: Think about the impact of fewer materials on sorting.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Propose a comprehensive redesign strategy for a complex product with multiple materials aimed at reducing its material variety. Consider both environmental benefits and economic feasibility.

💡 Hint: Think about combinations or substitutes for existing materials.

Challenge 2 Hard

Evaluate the long-term sustainability of a product that uses numerous materials versus one that uses minimal materials. What metrics would you use to measure sustainability?

💡 Hint: Identify factors that affect environmental impact during product lifecycle.

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