Write down your final product overview according to the plan, share it with another group, discuss what you agree or disagree with, make changes if necessary.
This example can help you:
| Description:a vacuum cleaner which can be used in industrial sphere. Performance: *dry and damp cleaning * input: 1400W * speed pre-selection * constant speed control * dust extraction system with FLEX clip-on system Ergonomics: *display type: all parameters * able to control: the material cleaned * able to alter settings during work Dimensions:* 355*330*520mm Weight:* 4.3 kg Safety: * high |
10. Listen to the presentation of a new product (Recording 1.8). What product is it? Complete the form:
| A NEW PRODUCT | |
| Description | The ________is made of__________________ and it holds _______ |
| Performance | It’s ideal for _______ |
| Ergonomics | * It has a __________ mechanism * It’s easy to _________ * The _____ are modular |
| Dimensions | It’s _____cm high It’s _____cm long It’s ____ cm wide |
| Colours | It comes in__________colours: _______ |
| Design | It’s _________. It’s _______, elegant and _________. |
| Price | ________ |
11. Choose one of the products given below and complete the product design specification. Invent any additional information you need:
PRODUCT DESIGN SPECIFICATION
| Product name: Product description: Product performance: Ergonomics features: Dimensions: Design: Safety: | OUTDOOR HEATER Function: to heat the air outside a building - gives a lot of heat for 26 hours - powered by propane gas - easy to regulate the heat - light and easy to move - easy to clean - can be used in all weathers | BABY MONITOR Function: to check the health of a sleeping baby - works up to a 100-metre range - powered by mains or battery - low battery indicator - adjustable volume - has a belt clip and also a stand - easy to use and very light |
Make a short presentation of your product.
12. Read a report on two mobile phones and answer the questions:
1. What mobile phones are compared?
2. Do these phones have any similar features? What are they?
3. What are their peculiarities which differ these models from each other?
4. How many parts does the report consist of? What are they?
Two models of mobile phones the Nokia 6230i and the Samsung SGH-D500 are compared in this report. We have studied their features and found out that they have some similarities and differences.
First, the Samsung SGH-D500 is a little cheaper than the Nokia 6230i. It is very stylish and one of the most popular models on the market. Its features include a 1.3 Mp camera and music player. However, it does not have a memory card so you can store only a limited amount of music tracks and photos on this phone.
Second, the Nokia 6230i is small and light. It weighs only 99g and is very functional. It has a 1.3 Mp camera like the Samsung phone, but it also has a memory card. The panel of the camera can be replaced easily. In addition, covers are available in five different colours.
In conclusion, test results showed that the Samsung SGH-D500 was not very good in capturing movement. Despite this fact both the Nokia and Samsung models are very good buys.
13. Write a report on two hand dryers:
| * uses principle of evaporation * may take up to 44 seconds to dry hands * warm air flows out at moderate speed * most of water removed by slow evaporation * bacteria are not filtered out of washroom air * unfiltered air blows around the room * machine starts when user presses start button * user usually has to press start button several times * user often walks out with damp hands, wiping on clothes to dry | * uses process of scraping water off hands like windscreen wiper * dries hands in 10-12 seconds * cold air forced out at high speed * long ultra-thin apertures run along two blades * filter removes over 99.9% of bacteria from air* filtered air stays within the machine, not around room * uses 80% less energy than conventional dryer * hands completely dry after use * turns on automatically when user inserts hands |
Unit 2 Scientific Communication
2А
Submitting a Research Proposal
1. In small groups, talk about these questions:
1. Why did you choose a career in science?
2. What field of science are you currently working or studying in?
3. What do you enjoy most about working in your scientific field?
4. What would you like to do next in your career?
5. Which of your past and present experiences are most relevant to your future in science?
2. Read the following extract from a website and then,
in pairs, answer the questions.
1. Can an organization apply for this scholarship?
2. Would you be interested in applying for SARF? Why / why not?
3. What information might you need to include on your
application form?
4. What are the advantages of attracting scientists
‘with future potential for leadership in their field’ to
a country?
Your colleague has decided to apply to SARF and has downloaded an application form. Look at the list of sections on the form (1-10) and match each one to your colleague's notes on the information she needs to provide.
| APPLICANT | |
| CURRENT APPOINTMENT AND ADDRESS | |
| LOCATION OF PROPOSED STUDY | |
| SPONSOR’S RECOMMENDATION | |
| DEPARTMENTAL SUPPORT | |
| PROJECT TITLE | |
| PROJECT SUMMARY | |
| DETAILS OF PROPOSED RESEARCH | |
| BUDGET | |
| 10 | NOMINATED REFEREE WITH PERSONAL KNOWLEDGE OF APPLICANT |
Section 7 of the form (in the previous Exercise) asks applicants to write a project summary of their research proposal. Think about a research project in your area. In pairs, take turns to summarize the project following the instructions (1-6) below.
1. State the aims of your research.
2. Define what the problem is.
3. Explain why your topic is worth researching.
4. Say what the expected outcomes of the research are.
5. Outline the procedures you will follow.
6. Outline how you will limit your investigation.