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PunchPrint is a design tool for programming robust 3D-printed foundation textiles that are compatible with punch needle embroidery.
butterfly earrings
reversible bucket hat
knight chess piece
lampshade
PunchPrint Programming environment
PunchPrint Programming environment
We created a prototype of the tool in grasshopper which is a visual programming language and environment that runs within the Rhinoceros. Rhino is a 3D computer-aided design (CAD) application that supports many plug-ins as a way to easily extend its creative capabilities.
Key Parameters
Key Parameters
Frame
Frame
Control the frame width and height.
Design guides
Design guides
Add guides to achieve fine details in your design.
Holes
Holes
Create holes in your fabric.
Overall Workflow
Overall Workflow
1: Select Frame shape
1: Select Frame shape
2: Add attachments (loops)
2: Add attachments (loops)
3: Bake curves
3: Bake curves
4: Design fabric
4: Design fabric
5: Prepare file to 3D print
5: Prepare file to 3D print
6: 3D print the artifact
6: 3D print the artifact
7: Cut excess material
7: Cut excess material
8: Punch needle
8: Punch needle
9: Assemble piece
9: Assemble piece
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