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Name and describe a method of protecting (a) an invention and (b) a new product that is similar in function to an existing design but differs in shape.

Patent - Gives exclusive right to make, use or sell a new invention for a set period of 20 years. It allows the designer to take legal action, but it must be shared in detail in the public domain. It must me...
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What is the difference between hardwood and softwood?

Softwood is coniferous (like pine) meaning that the tree grows quickly and has large growth rings. This makes for a softer structured material that is easy to cut. Hardwood refers to to non-coniferous, often...
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What is a dovetail joint?

The strongest joint for joinery purposes with the most surface area for gluing. It is done by cutting out small, equal blocks from the edge of a timber sheet. It is joined by applying glue between the male a...
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What is bleeding at printing stage?

Bleeding determines the thickness of the frame that is left blank on each sheet of paper when printing. This provides sufficient surface area for ink application.
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What is meant by an iterative design process?

Whilst there are stages to follow during the design process, these stages are iterative. This means that if you go from stage 1 to 2 to 3, this does not mean you have to keep going, and can return to previou...
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