SKETCHES

I first collected ideas for a 4-slot plug-in system (image 1, image 2, image 3, image 6). During my sketching, I then moved on to a 3-slot plug-in system (image 4, image 5, image 6).

In the end, I decided to realise the cogwheel design (picture 6).

RHINO - FIRST STEPS

When transferring my final drawing, I encountered difficulties due to the 3 plug-in options. I first had to familiarise myself with the Rotate, ArrayPolar and Copy commands, as these often produced the opposite of my actual goal.

After two hours of work, I then had a functioning 2-dimensional element.

RHINO - 3D OBJECT

RHINO - 3D MODELL

After assembling eight objects with Orient3pt, I realized that creating a functioning structure in Rhino was impossible due to the lack of tension forces that analogously hold objects together.

PLUG-IN SYSTEM

As the laser gets progressively weaker towards the bottom right when working, I had to use a scalpel to remove some of the MDF pieces from the previously planned gaps. I also used sandpaper to remove the uneven areas at the joints/junction points/joints so that the affected plug-in parts would still fit together.

CONCLUSION

To summarise, I can say that I really enjoyed the process. I was interested in getting to know Rhino as a new programme and seeing the way the files were prepared for lasering. The exercises leading up to the task were also instructive and could help me at a later stage.

FLYER