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FONG WEI JAY | PORTFOLIO
Module 2
Fig. 100 Module 2 Task A & B
Module 2 is about exploring digital fabrication and parametric software. The first task is to explore volumes using 3D printing techniques focusing on additive and subtractive processes. Task B will explore surfaces and laser cutting techniques. The aim of this module is to understand the iterative nature of digital design through a workflow from design to physical outcome.
Fig. 101 Script of Task A
The script created a 100mm cube where it is further broken down into smaller pieces within. Placing two attractor points helped to move grid points around as shown below in the matrix. The custom geometry created later on will have a pyramid shape as its core. After which the geometry is placed in the centre of each cube pieces as such. Lastly, extracting a portion of the geometry creates interesting fragements.
Fig. 102 Matrix Part One
Fig. 103 Matrix Part Two
The image on the left is a preview 3D Print of the selected fragment. It shows where support is needed to print overhangs as well as the movement of the printing. The total estimated time to print is approximately 3 hours long.
Fig. 104 Makerbot Preview Print
Fig. 105 Perspectives of different scales
It was then required to get a section cut of the model. A slanted cut diagonal created the most interesting shape. This led to some possible outcomes of interactions as shown above.
Fig. 106 Example Script for Waffle Section
The above is an example script at the beginning of the task. This script helped create contours on both the X and Y axis followed by creating the individual pieces and notches that formed the waffle. The below images are the waffle structures derived from two iterations from Task A.
Fig. 107 Two of the iteration used for the waffle structure
Fig. 106 Perspective and scale for one of the iterations
ASSIGNMENT GRADE: P
Foundations of Design: Representation
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