Planning for Quick Model (Week 6)




The main objective in the quick model is to verify the volume of the lamp, its proportion and assist in figuring out how to incorporate lighting and interaction.


Preparation Steps for quick model making:

Step 1 - Printed  Parts Base Scale 1:1


1. Print plan 1:1. 
Step 2 - finding a suitable test lamp

 The top and bottom parts of the Synapse lamp mirror each other. Parts 1-3 can be duplicated.

2. Find lighting options to use in the model for testing .

 I found an old IKEA reading lamp that seized to work. I liked the compact shape and function of the light head which seems to potentially fit into the Synapse task light portion. If I can fix it, I can test the lighting angel without having to purchase another light.

 Luckily, I get a mechanic to fix the light and it works for testing
Step 3 - Verifying Measurements

3. Verify printed plan measurements

I want to ensure that the lighting and technical elements will sufficiently fit into the proposed initial measurements. And as it turns out, my original measurements are too small to house the lighting tube as well as allow for enough resin volume the LED mood strips. 

 4. Back to the drawing board

 In Rhinos software, I make adjustment to the size by scaling each part until I find it satisfactory to my eyes.  My goal is to find the proper balance between function and aesthetics. I am finding it challenging to keep the lamp light looking and sleek. I am cautious to avoid making it too big. 
Step 4 -Scaling and resizing on Rhinos
Step 5 - clay for quick model and silicon for mold
5. Prepare material

 There are several ways to make the quick model, among them foam, paper, clay, and 3D printing.

 Besides that, I am trying to plan ahead and get material to create a silicon mold to shape the final resin parts.
6. Prepare files for 3D printing.

 In Rhinos software, I separate each part of the lamp into a separate file, a total of 7 files.
Even though top and base parts mirror each other
Step 6 - Layout map of Rhinos separated parts files 





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