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Ideation
Ideation
Tell us about your assignment's idea for this week. Why do you care about this idea? What inspired you? (Please include images or links to sources of inspiration)
Tell us about your assignment's idea for this week. Why do you care about this idea? What inspired you? (Please include images or links to sources of inspiration)
Source of Inspiration
I was always a Fan of any sunglass that doesn't have a circular shape , I searched Google by these words "Cool glasses hexagon and rhombus" and I found this reference shown in the image. I chose this one as it has the dimensions and also for the simplicity of the design work on Fusion.
Tool Chain
Tool Chain
Which software/machines/materials did you use in the assignment? Why?
Which software/machines/materials did you use in the assignment? Why?
LAser Cutting :
LAser Cutting :
Software: 1- Fusion 360 2- RD Works V8
Machines : El Malky ML149
Materials : ply wood 3mm thickness.
3D printing:
3D printing:
Software: 1- Fusion 360 2-Ultimaker cura
Machines : PRUSA i3 MK2
Materials :PLA black
Design/Preparation Process
Design/Preparation Process
Explain the design and/or preparation process of your assignment. How did you use the tool or software to design and/or prepare your assignment before fabrication/implementation?
Explain the design and/or preparation process of your assignment. How did you use the tool or software to design and/or prepare your assignment before fabrication/implementation?
Steps are as follow:
Create a Sketch for the Front Frame.
Select the front plane to start your sketch.
Use the polygon tool to draw a hexagonal shape for the lens.
Mirror the hexagon using Mirror Tool
Bridge and Nose Area:
Draw a rectangle connecting the two hexagons to form the bridge.
Finish the sketch
Select the front frame profile and use the "Extrude" tool to give it thickness., extrude by 3mm
Apply fillets to round off sharp edges and corners.
Sketch the Arms Profiles
Use the line tool to outline the shape of one arm , starting from where it attaches to the frame.
Include details for the hinge area if needed (a small circle for a screw or pin).
Finish the sketch and extrude the arm profile.
Development/Implementation Process
Development/Implementation Process
Explain the development/implementation process of your assignment. How did you use the machine/tool to manufacture or implement the design of your assignment?
Explain the development/implementation process of your assignment. How did you use the machine/tool to manufacture or implement the design of your assignment?
Laser cutting Steps (For front frame) :
Save file as DXF from the shortcut imported in Fusion
.Color the design lines in Black based on the desired operation:
Black/cut:
Max. Speed: 40 , Power: 45 , Export the file and Save in a *.RLD format.
Set up the laser cutter machine:
I turned it and the air extractor on and checked that there was sufficient airflow.
I Placed the plywood sheet on the laser cutter bed and chose my origin point (where the nozzle will start from).
I watched the laser cutter to make sure it had been running correctly.
At the end, I picked up the item once it finished, then turned it off.
Front Frame Final Output
3D printing Steps (For Arms):
Save File as Mesh from Fusion 360
Open UltiMaker Cura program and import the saved .STL file and choose our 3D printer type ( PRUSA i3 MK2)
Set all details as following:
Resolution: 0.2mm (Draft)
Infill density: 20%
Printing temperature: 215°C
Build Plate temperature: 60°C
The shape doesn't need any supports.
Set up the 3D printer:
I used an SD card to transfer the sliced file to the Prusa machine.
I double-checked that the plate was clear by wiping it with alcohol.
Based on the type of filament (PLA) I selected the print temperature, then I chose the color of the filament.
I watched the 3D Printer to make sure it had been running correctly.
Once the print was complete, I removed it from the plate.
and Finally ,
Assemble the arms to the face with 3M screws and nuts.
Arms Final Ouput
Glasses Final Output after Assembly :
Overcoming Challenges
Overcoming Challenges
What kinds of challenges or problems did you face while doing the assignment, tutorials, or exercises? How did you solve them? Did you ask for help from an instructor or peer? Please provide a link to the tutorial or article that you used to solve your problem (if any)
What kinds of challenges or problems did you face while doing the assignment, tutorials, or exercises? How did you solve them? Did you ask for help from an instructor or peer? Please provide a link to the tutorial or article that you used to solve your problem (if any)
The width of the L shape was extruded on 10 mm which was so thick , so I reduced the width again on Fusion to 5 mm. I didn't recognize the problem until the file was exported to Cura .
The Solution was getting back to fusion and editing the dimensions of the rectangle.
Also while fabricating , the print was broken , I returned back to my instructor and she helped me printing it again.
Before and After
Final Project
Final Project
WOW!
WOW!
What is the coolest thing that you've learned this week? What is something that you will never forget from this week?
What is the coolest thing that you've learned this week? What is something that you will never forget from this week?
Weekly Digest [OPTIONAL]
Weekly Digest [OPTIONAL]
Tell us about any other cool things that you've made this week: in the Hands-on activity, tutorial examples, exercises, or any other cool mini-project that you tried out aside from the assignment.
Tell us about any other cool things that you've made this week: in the Hands-on activity, tutorial examples, exercises, or any other cool mini-project that you tried out aside from the assignment.
Assignment Design Files
Assignment Design Files
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