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Metalwork - Exam Papers - HL - Paper - 2002
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Answer Question 1, Sections A and B and three
other questions.
2. All answers must be written in ink on the answer book supplied.
Diagrams should be drawn in pencil.
3. Squared paper is supplied for diagrams as required.
4. Please label and number carefully each question attempted.
SECTION A - 20 MARKS
COMPULSORY
Answer any five questions
(a) |
Describe briefly, the contribution made to technology by one of the following people:
Karl Benz,
Henry Ford,
Isaac Singer. |
(b) |
The diagram shows some of the main parts of a basic 4-stroke, single cylinder engine. Name Part 'A' and explain its purpose. |
(c) |
Suggest a suitable material for Part'A', and list one important property of the material. |
(d) |
Briefly describe the function of Part 'B'. |
(e) |
Name the two types of valve in a basic 4-stroke engine. |
(f) |
Define any two of the following: Thermoplastic, Insulator, Alloy. |
(g) |
Name and identify by number, the four electronic components labelled in the 4 circuit. |
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SECTION B - 20 MARKS
COMPULSORY
Answer any five questions
The drawing shows an elevation, plan, and sectional view of the 2002 Metalwork Higher Level Project -a Model Motorised Beach Buggy. |
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(a) |
Using the correct symbols, draw a circuit diagram of the power control components of the Beach Buggy. |
(b) |
Describe how the M5 screw thread is produced in Part '7'. |
(c) |
Sketch a suitable design for a steering mechanism, and describe how it could be made. |
(d) |
Describe how the slot for the drive belt is produced in Part '1'. |
(e) |
(i) |
Sketch the development of the spoiler, Part '2', before it is bent to shape. |
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Briefly describe how Part '2' is bent to shape. |
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The motor,Part '20' ,drives the rear wheels via a belt and pulleys. Describe an alternative drive system. |
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A simple model of a design process is shown. List any two important points which should be considered at the "search for information" stage. |
(b) |
List two important points to be considered at the "make the designed item" stage. |
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(c) |
A design of a shelf bracket is shown. |
(i) |
Draw an elevation ofthe bracket, looking in the direction of arrow 'X', and show two improvements to the design. |
(ii) |
Explain the two improvements. |
(iii) |
Suggest a suitable finish for the bracket, if the shelf is to be used in a shower. |
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A sketch of a pillar drilling machine is shown. Name and explain the purpose ofthe Parts 'A', 'C,' and 'D'. |
(b) |
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Name the types ofhole shown at 'X' and 'Y' and state the purpose each. |
(ii) |
Describe the process required to produce hole 'X'. |
(c) |
A 9mm diameter hole is to be drilled in a material which has a surface cutting speed of 54 m/min. Using the given formula, find the correct drilling speed in RPM. (Take π as 3) |
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S X 1000 |
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π X D |
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(d) |
Explain, with the aid of sketches, the purpose of: |
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a drill gauge, and |
(ii) |
a reamer. |
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Narne the type of furnace shown. |
(b) |
Explain how the furnace is charged. |
(c) |
List the materials in the charge. |
(d) |
Explain how the furnace is emptied. |
(e) |
Name Part 'Z' and explain its function. |
(f) |
Explain how the charge is heated or melted. |
(g) |
Complete the table, naming the alloys, and listing one important property of each. The completed table must be drawn in your answer book. |
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Composition |
Alloy |
Property |
Copper + Tin |
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Tin + Lead |
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Copper + Zinc |
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Iron + Carbon |
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An outboard engine for a boat is shown.
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Explain how the plastic protective may be formed. |
(b) |
Name a material suitable for the manufacture of the propellor. List two properties ofthe material that make it suitable. |
(c) |
A section of M10 mounting bracket screw is shown. What is: |
(i) |
the size of the dimension 'X', |
(ii) |
and the name of the angle 'Y'? |
(d) |
List two effects of internal engines on the environment. |
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A scriber for marking out is shown. |
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What type of steel is used to make the scriber? |
(ii) |
Name the process used to soften the points, before they are shaped. |
(iii) |
The scriber is to be hardened and tempered. Describe how this is done. |
(iv) |
List two safety precautions to be taken during heat treatment. |
(b) |
Briefly describe any two ofthe following:
Enamelling,
Knurling,
Dip-coating. |
(c) |
Why is a Vernier Calipers sometimes used, in preference to a rule? |
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(a) |
The diagram shows a CNC lathe. Name and describe the function of any three of the Parts 'A', 'B', 'C' and 'D'. |
(b) |
(i) |
List two advantages of CNC machines. |
(ii) |
What is the function of the stepper motor 'X'? |
(c) |
Explain the following: |
(i) |
CAM. |
(ii) |
CNC. |
(iii) |
RAM. |
(iv) |
WWW. |
(d) |
List two advantages of Computer Aided Design. |
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