How do you take a 2 dimensional digital film and turn it into a 3 dimensional physical object? Henry and I wanted to answer this through an intersectionality project, combining our respective resident experts (Film and CNC) to create a final outcome that would bridge the gap between these planes. We create a series ofContinue reading “Can you transform Film into 3D Art?”
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A Visit to Alexander’s Machine Shop: CNC Insights
Feel free to let this play in the background, It was a really informative conversation and I definitely learned a lot about how the subtractive manufacturing workflow functions on an industrial scale. So please, Enjoy! Background Alexander’s Machine Shop – Website Allen Keith is a retired CNC instructor from A-State Newport, who now runs aContinue reading “A Visit to Alexander’s Machine Shop: CNC Insights”
Your Guide to CNC Machining and Local Resources
Hello! If you’re just looking for a quick explanation of CNC machining, this is a pretty casual video that I would recommend: Mach Super – Casually Explained: CNC Machining Dive Deeper Below are some helpful resources which I have compiled through the different parts of my resident expert exploration. Assuming you live in the JonesboroContinue reading “Your Guide to CNC Machining and Local Resources”
How Subtractive Manufacturing Influences Product Design
CNC Design Rules How has subtractive manufacturing shaped how products are designed? 2-5 min read Subtractive manufacturing is the process of creating a part by removing, instead of adding material.Common methods revolve around CNC(computer numerical control), and the advent of this technology in the 60s coupled with early CAD(computer aided design)+CAM(computer aided manufacturing) transformed traditionalContinue reading “How Subtractive Manufacturing Influences Product Design”
Experiences while CNC Routing
When I first started experimenting with the CNC router at my school, I thought it would be a fun way to create 3D props and art pieces. Once I got a grip on what I was doing, I began teaching other students how to use the machine and using my skills to assist with others’Continue reading “Experiences while CNC Routing”
Getting started – CNC routing
I was lucky enough to have multiple people and resources to teach me anything I wanted and needed to know about the on-campus CNC router. Although that’s the case for me, I am fully aware that it’s not the case for everyone. The linked video below is a helpful way to get started with aContinue reading “Getting started – CNC routing”
Finding my resident expert – CNC Routing
At the high school I attend instead of jobs or roles that a more traditional school would offer, we have what are called resident experts. To be a resident expert in are school means that you are the on-campus expert of a specific craft. When you get into high school you are required to becomeContinue reading “Finding my resident expert – CNC Routing”
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