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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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”
Sienci Labs vs Shapeoko: A Comparative Analysis
Sienci Labs A brief compare and contrast exercise to Sienci Labs Lets start with a baseline introduction of myself and what/who is Sienci Labs, then how they are different from me inside of the CNC ecosystem. Sienci Labs was originally a startup between Andy Lee and Chris– at the University of Waterloo in Canada, toContinue reading “Sienci Labs vs Shapeoko: A Comparative Analysis”
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”
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