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Posted by John on May 14, 2006, 6:14 am
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> wrote:
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>>I have searched using the internet for answers but I can't find it
>>there and neither can I find it in the information that my teacher has
>>given me.
>>
>>A tool designer wants to make a new screw driver. What metal could he
>>employ as (a) the handle and (b) the shaft? Why?
>
> (a)The handle should not be metal, it should be hardwood. Choose the one
> that has the best appearance or is the most endangered. Somebody will
> buy it for a premium because it's cool.
>
> (b)The shaft should be a soft metal like mercury because it will easily
> conform to any screw configuration.
>
> (c)Do your own homework.
>
> (d)We're all screwed. The particular tool doesn't matter.
>
> (e)What's your target market?
>
> (f)What materials would you choose that are most cheaply available in
> China and will look like a screwdriver to the average consumer?
>
> (g)I'm drunk, otherwise I wouldn't have replied.
>
> (h)*** http://www.tikibartv.com/tikibar_episodes.php ***
> A screwdriver is too simple but you can get good advice on other more
> complicated drinks.
>
> Finally -- Getting a good handle on your shaft is important. Many
> experts recommend having your shaft well and frequently handled. It can
> facilitate the subsequent screwing.
>
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>there and neither can I find it in the information that my teacher has
>given me.
>
>A tool designer wants to make a new screw driver. What metal could he
>employ as (a) the handle and (b) the shaft? Why?