WEEK 1 |
DAY 1 |
- It's a dance... Be brave today: Introductions & an Overview of the syllabus + schedule
- Introduction to Parametric and Generative Design (with a generous helping of eyecandy)
- A parametric object is a “meta-form”: a mutable or variable object, produced by a set of rules, whose properties are governed or articulated by the values of certain variables or parameters. Change the values of the variables — and the form changes in response.
- Generative design is the activity of authoring the systems of rules that generate parametric objects. Sometimes designer-developers create a tool that generates forms, and then give that tool to a user; other times, the designer-developer is the sole intended user of her own tool.
- DIGIFAB NOTES - WEEK 1 DAY 1
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WEEK 2 |
DAY 1 |
- UIC FACULTY ON STRIKE - NO CLASS
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DAY 2
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- Download and Install
- WATCH RECORDED LECTURE - LINK WILL BE SENTVIA EMAIL ON FRIDAY
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WEEK 3 |
DAY 1 |
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- MODELING ASSIGNMENT 1: Support Structures: Due ONE week from today: Finished 1st draft of 3D Model/ composite. Save as an .stl file and upload to our shared digifab google folder
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DAY 2
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- Continued: Overview of Meshmixer tools / Linkages / Hollows for casting
- Worktime in class on 3D support Structure
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- DUE NEXT CLASS - "Support Structure" Assignment
- READ THROUGH AND FOLLOW this guide to preparing your 3D object for printing
- HAND IN (to the class folder) your final model/ .stl file. Next week we will check the models together to be sure that they are watertight and ready for printing.
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WEEK 4 |
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• READ: 3D Printers Guide (in class folder), Chapters 2 - 5
• UPLOAD your final, water tight model into this folder: Model To Print. Be sure to include a text file that gives
1) your name and the name of your file
2) the exact dimensions of the finished print in inches and mm
3) the type of material (FDM or SLA) that you would like it printed with
4) the preferred color of material (if available)
• Look for an invite from me (via Wordpress) to sign up + in on the class site, so you can start posting images + descriptions of your work.
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DAY 2
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- 3D scan an object using Metashape.
- Upload your results here(including metashape project file and the 3d model in .obj format)
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WEEK 5 |
DAY 1 |
- Quick Critique of Assignment 1 - Support Structure
- Troubleshooting issues in 3D models (such as double hollow) / supports / etc
- How to clean up 3D prints
- Quick view of Casting 3D prints in pewter
- Confirm receipt of invite from me (via Wordpress) to sign up + into the class's blog. You will need this to start posting images + descriptions of your work.
- HOW TO: Posting to Wordpress Blog - how to guide here
- Overview of next techniques to be covered in class
- Download and Install Slicer for Fusion 360
- Troubleshooting + in class Worktime for Metashape / PHOTOGRAMMETRY homework
- INSPIRATION:
- Spime is a neologism for a futuristic object, characteristixc to the Internet of Things, [1] that can be tracked through space and time throughout its lifetime.[2] They are essentially virtual master objects that can, at various times, have physical incarnations of themselves.[1][3] An object can be considered a spime when all of its essential information is stored in the cloud.[4] Bruce Sterling sees spimes as coming through the convergence of six emerging technologies, related to both the manufacturing process for consumer goods, and through identification and location technologies. - Wikipedia
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- POST to Blog: at least 3 images (screen grabs) of your Assignment 1: Support Structure model AND 3 (or so) images of your 3D print. Include a short description about your object/ idea. Include the materials and dimensions that the object will be printed with.
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DAY 2
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- Step-by-Step Walkthrough of Slicer for Fusion 360
- Link to Slicer Guide
- Sample STLs
- Troubleshooting
How to move individual slices
- Step by step of every type of slicing in Slicer (click on the down arrow next to each chapter heading to expand that section
- Stacked slices - Sep by step instructions in 'instructables' format
https://www.instructables.com/Laser-Cut-Stacked-Einstein/
https://www.instructables.com/Cardboard-Ant-Man-Helmet/
- Nice Example of Radial cutting
http://fablabwgtn.github.io/Parsnip//2016/02/18/finals/
Nice design examples with instructables:
https://www.instructables.com/Cardboard-Fruit-Bowls/
https://www.instructables.com/Easy-Lampshade-Using-Fusion-360-and-a-Laser-Cutter/
- Topography
https://www.instructables.com/Easy-3D-Topographical-Maps/
- MATERIALS
- http://www.cutlasercut.com/laser-cutting-materials-laser-engraving-materials
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- WATCH: short Intro to Slicer Video Tutorial,
- Begin: Assignment #2: Stacked or Sliced FORM: Create a form that is equally as intriguing when its whole, as it is when it is stacked and then sliced. Consider the type of materials you might use in the final object carefully, as this might be the conceptual crux of the work. Consider the humor or irony which might be introduced when juxtaposing the whole vs sliced form. You have 1 week. (DUE next Thursday) The digital file is what is due. One file with your object stacked and one with your file sliced.
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WEEK 6 |
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- DUE next class: Assignment #2: Stacked or Sliced FORM: (see description above)
- Submit these (4) elements of Assignment #2 to the Homework folder:
1) Three images (screen grabs) of the original 3D model in Slicer.
2) Three images (screen grabs) of your 3D model after it is processed in Slicer. Ideally, take these images from the same angles as in step 1.
3) YourSlicer project file.
4) Both a PDF and a DXF file (two files in all) of your 'Project Plans'. These are the laser cutting patterns that you export from Slicer. **Make sure that you choose a viable Tab creation option, for the final assembly. Tongue or MultiTab tend to be good choices.
- Post to the Blog: the 6 Images of your project (see above), as well as the PDF of your cut pattern.
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DAY 2
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Quick CRITIQUE of Flatform Sliced or Stacked Objects (Pre-laser cutting)
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WEEK 7 |
DAY 1 |
- STEP BY STEP preparation of files for Lasercutting using Illustrator & Photoshop
- Vector Cutting vs Raster cutting
- INSPIRATION: Artist Gerrel Saunders, Crown Series
- DEMO: Prepping Raster Images in Photoshop
- WHY USE IT: This process will turn a raster (pixel-based image) into a highly detailed vector image, that gives the appearence of a grayscale/ photographic image. (It is made made up of entirely black and white dots).
- Proceedural Generator Software LIST (with DEM/ Terrain Map Links)
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DAY 2
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- CONTINUATION: LASER ENGRAVING
- Laser Engraving: Tips and Tricks
- Preparing Files for the Laser Cutter
- Vector and Raster Engraving Template for Callibration
- Save in PDF format (not DXF please)
- RESOURCES:
Laser Cutting Guides (in class Folder)
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Laser Engraving: Tips and Tricks
- DEMO FILES:
- Texture and Pattern Images
- EXAMPLES:
Digital Fabrication Doc
- DEMO: Image Tracing in Illustrator
- WHY USE IT: This process will turn a raster (pixel-based image) into a highly detailed vector image, that is entirely black and white. It produces a more 'graphic;' style image - ideal for text, inlays, and cutouts (including vinyl cutouts).
- How TO: Tweaking Image Traced Vectors for Laser Cutting
- How TO: Basic line drawing and editing tools in Illustrator.
- NOTES on Image Tracing:
- MODE should be set to Black and White in the Trace Image menu
- the higher the ‘threshhold’, more of the original image is included (well...the dark areas of it, at least) - start around 190
- the lower the ‘path value’, the smoother the paths, the thicker the lines, but less detail - start around 75%
- the lower the ‘corner values', the thicker, smoother lines. For better detail start around 90% and reduce from there.
- the lower the value for 'Noise', the more the detail included - start at 1px and inch up from there
- Create Fills only - Turn off STROKE
- Choose Method: Abutting
- Make sure "Ignore White" is turned off
- Click Expand when done
- Turn off the eyeballs (visibility) next to the guides in the Layers Menu
- Select Top Layer - Choose Object -> Compound Mask -> Release
- File -> Save As -> Adobe PDF
- ALSO, save the project file in illustrator format (.ai). Use default settings
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WEEK 8 |
DAY 1 |
- DISCUSSION: Iwamoto Readings
- Catch up day
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WEEK 9 |
DAY 1 |
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- DUE NEXT Class: HOMEWORK #4: BLOG POST: Make a blog post that includes 1) your *original* images used for laser engraving and one or two sentences as to why you chose these images in particular for this assignment 2) the images after they were processed (ie as .bmp files or image traced in Illustrator (label these with settings) 3) Photos of the laser engraved results. For this last part, list the engraved materials, sizes, and any findings (including your own opinion of the results)
- DUE NEXT Class: BRING in an image and/or or stl file to use for your CNC prototype. The image or model MUST BE YOURS (No derivatives or found images!)
- DUE IN ONE WEEK: First Draft of final project proposal
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DAY 2
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- BLOG: UPDATE byour STACK AND WAFFLE OBJECT blog post with NEW DOCUMENTATION of the assembled models in both MDF and Acrylic (if you had acrylic made) DUE IN ONE WEEK
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Download the Ventra App if you dont have a CTA Ventra Card (in preparation for our field trip)
- WATCH: EASEL review basic video tutorial
- DUE Next Class (Tuesday): Rough draft proposal for your Final Project.
- must include: 1) At least a half page written proposal on what you would like to work on for your final project, why you want to produce this piece, and the conceptual thought behind the work 2) drawings or digital sketches 3) links to any relavant sources that might help illustrate your goals. 4) Rough list of parts and materials that you think you might need to execute this project.
DELIVERABLES:
- Written Proposal
- includes Drawings/ Sketches and/ or Models
- includes rough List of Parts needed to complete the project.
* You may work collaboratively on your final project - pending instructor permission. *
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WEEK 10 |
DAY 1 |
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- WORK on final project proposal
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DAY 2
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- INDIVIDUAL MEETINGS ABOUT THE FINAL PROJECT
- CATCH UP ON BLOG POSTS
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- BLOG OF ASSIGNMENT #3 (CNC). Upload at least 3 photographs of your finished oject along with 3 images of the virtual CNC object (ie, the object to be carved)
- CONTINUE BUILDING OUT YOUR FINAL PROJECT PROPOSALS: SUBMIT: (TUES AFTER BREAK) DETAILED Materials List & Budget INCLUDING direct links to vendor pages and a tally of the cost of materials. (Even if you already have the materials, please include this in the breakdown).
UPLOAD THIS to your folder by the start of next class (inside of the Final Projects Folder, within the Assignements Folder)
- ENJOY YOUR SPRING BREAK
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WEEK 11 |
DAY 1 |
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- DUE next class: Updated FINAL PROJECT PROPOSAL with Budget sheet
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DAY 2
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- CONTINUED INDIVIDUAL MEETINGS
- WORKSHOP: MoldMaking and Casting with 3D printing
- WORK IN CLASS
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- Prepare: 3-5 minute project presentation to class - in pdf format. You must be able to contextualize the work as well as speak to the practical aspects of fabrication.
- WORK ON FINAL PROJECTS
- REQUEST VIA EMAIL (to the instructor) and. or PLACE ORDER(s) for all the material(s) needed for the final project.
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WEEK 12 |
DAY 1 |
- CONTINUED INDIVIDUAL MEETINGS
- WORKSHOP: MoldMaking and Casting with 3D printing
- WORKSHOP: Arduino and NeoPixel Lights
- WORK IN CLASS
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- WORK ON FINAL PROJECTS
- FIRST ROUND PROTOTYPE DUE IN 1.5 weeks (Thurs April 13). First round prototypes may be made in mdf or a material other than the final material. The formal characteristics of the project should be close to finalized at this point. BE SURE TO GIVE AT LEAST ONE WEEK FOR PARTS TO BE PRINTED/ CNC'ED/ LASER'ED.
- Send files to be digifabbed to Shane (cc: the instructor) by this Friday (april 7) 5pm.
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DAY 2
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- WORK IN CLASS
- Bit Bash is coming - April 15th!
- VIEWING of Teri Carson's installation in Gallery400
- Additional / Advanced Digifab Resources:
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- WORK ON FINAL PROJECTS
- FIRST ROUND PROTOTYPE DUE IN 1.5 weeks (Thurs April 13). First round prototypes may be made in mdf or a material other than the final material. The formal characteristics of the project should be close to finalized at this point. BE SURE TO GIVE AT LEAST ONE WEEK FOR PARTS TO BE PRINTED/ CNC'ED LASER'ED.
- Send files to be digifabbed to Shane (cc: the instructor) by this Friday (april 7) 5pm
- Contact the instructor for technical assistence outside of class if you need. Don't be shy! :)
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WEEK 13 |
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- DUE: FIRST ROUND PROTOTYPE
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- DUE: FIRST ROUND PROTOTYPE | IN CLASS CRIT
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- WORK ON FINAL PROJECTS
- DUE: FINAL FILES MUST BE SUBMITTED FOR FABRICATION by FRI APRIL 14th
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WEEK 14 |
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WEEK 15 |
DAY 1
April 25 |
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- WORK ON FINAL PROJECTS DOCUMENTATION (10% of your grade!)
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DAY 2
April 27 |
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- FINISH FINAL PROJECT DOCUMENTATION. DUE: Tues May 2
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