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SENG KANG SECONDARY SCHOOL

END-OF-YEAR EXAMINATION

DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY 7055/01

SECONDARY 3 NORMAL ACADEMIC 13 October 2022
Paper 1
1 hour 30 minutes
Candidates answer on the Question Paper.
No Additional Materials are required.

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Answer all questions on the Question Paper. For Examiner’s use

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The number of marks is given in brackets [ ] at the end of each question or part 2 /18
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Parent’s / Guardian’s Signature: ………………….…………...

This document consists of 11 printed pages.

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1 Fig 1.1 shows a wooden pull cart for children to collect their toys.

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Fig. 1.1

(a) (i) Name two important specification points related to user and function
for the design of the wooden pull cart.

1 ….…………………………………………………………………........

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2 ….…………………………………………………………………........

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(ii) Explain one environmental reason to build the cart from wood.

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(b) The principles of ergonomics and anthropometry are used in the design of
the cart.

(i) Explain how ergonomics has influenced the design of the cart.

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(ii) Use sketches to show two anthropometric data that were considered
in the design of the cart. Annotate if necessary.
One example has been completed in Fig. 1.2.

Example 1
A - measurement from feet to hand
pushing position for height of cart
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Fig. 1.2

Anthropometry consideration 1 Anthropometry consideration 2

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(c) (i) Using shape borrowing, sketch one modification you can design for the
shape of the cart. Annotate if necessary.

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(ii) Explain two ways how a designer can evaluate the improved design
before making the prototype.

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(d) Fig. 1.3 shows a design for baby highchair.

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Fig. 1.3
(i) Name a suitable plastic and explain the reason why the highchair is
made from plastic materials.

Name: …………………………………………………..………………...

Reason: ……………………………………………………..……………...
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(ii) Give two reasons why the highchair comes in different colours.

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(iii) Sketch one modification that will make it easier for the baby to grip the
cup.

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2 (a) Fig. 2.1 shows a manual turning fan toy.

handle

output

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Fig 2.1

(i) Suggest a suitable mechanism (inside) that can be used to make the
fan spin when turning the handle.
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(ii) Explain the function of the mechanism named in part (i).

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(iii) Explain how the fan toy works using a block diagram.

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(b) Fig. 2.2 shows a pair of food tongs.

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Fig. 2.2

(i) Name the mechanism shown in Fig. 2.2.

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(ii) Add labels to Fig.2.2 to show the position of the load, fulcrum and
effort. [3]

(iii) State the type of spring in Fig.2.2

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(iv) Name the input motion for the tongs.

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(c) Fig. 2.3 shows a stand used to hold mobile device for menu.

joint A

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Fig. 2.3

(i) State two properties of Aluminium that makes it a suitable for the stand.

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(ii) Use skectches to show how the height of the stand can be adjusted
using a screw locking mechanism at joint A.

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3 (a) Fig. 3.1 shows a temperature sensing circuit.

thermistor LED

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Fig. 3.1

(i) Draw the symbols for the three components (thermistor, LED and
buzzer) in Fig. 3.1 and state the function of thermistor. [3]

Function: ...…………………………………………………..……………...

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(ii) Explain the purpose of the resistor R3 (470Ω) connected to the LED.

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(iii) Using terms from the list below, complete the statement to describe
how the temperature sensor alarm works.

Transistor rises thermistor variable resistor falls

A heat sensor detects temperature change and gives off an alarm. As

the temperature …………..….. and the ………………………. meets

the highest threshold resistance, the circuit automatically turns on and

the buzzer gives off an alarm. The sensitivity of the circuit can be

adjusted using the ……………………………..

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(iv) Fig. 3.2 shows two switches.

push button switch toggle switch

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Fig. 3.2

Explain why the toggle switch is more suitable for the circuit in Fig. 3.2.

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(b) Fig. 3.3 shows a temperature sensor and components with a small fan unit.

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Fig. 3.3

A simple container is needed for the battery, circuit and fan unit that makes
up the temperature sensor. The container must hold the components
securely and allow the battery to be replaced.
Use sketches to show one design for the container. Annotate if necessary.

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