In Class

Reading Discussion on Dreamlens

• 1. Reading reflection slides

  2. Reading discussion led by Jack, Ziyu, Connell, and Kevin

--BREAK---

• Setting up a model for Topology Optimization in Fusion 360 (Link)

• Setting up a model for Generative Design in Fusion 360

  1. To understand the differences between topology optimization and generative design - this blog post is somewhat helpful.

• Preparing Designs for 3D printing

• Description of Assignment

After Class 

• Comment on at least two reflections by others (you are welcome to comment on more than two!) google slide deck.

• Complete the project assignment (below).

• Create an Instructable documenting your project. Your Instructable must be completed by 10AM Tuesday morning April 30th.

Assignment

Assignment: Create a structurally optimized or generative object

• Explore both the use of topology optimization and generative design in Fusion 360

• Design a mounting bracket, stand, or hook that can support an existing object in your home

• Select a resulting design from your process and finalize it with either Fusion 360 or Rhino. You may choose to refine the design, further add on to it or make additional manual edits.

• 3D print the final design

Helpful Links

Basics of Generative Design in Fusion 360

Basics of Topology Optimization Workflow in Fusion 360