3D Printing is the Future . . .

LEARNING TARGETS:

»  I can use computer graphic tools, graphic organizers, and design processes to help develop ideas,
     topics, or possible solutions for a 3d design- Pinterest, Inspiration, etc.
»  I can use computer 3D graphic tools to create a 3D prototypes
»  I can use computer graphic tools to create a quality final 3D products
»  I understand the responsibilities and ethics associated with publishing to the internet

 

EXPECTATIONS:

»  Create a mind map that will help guide you for the prompt
»  Design several concept  sketches of possible product design
»  Create orthographic views for your product 
»  Create a quality model – designed for print
»  Render a number of views with materials and lighting to showcase your model
»  You are to create a blog using blogger.com to be used as a “Design Folder”
    for all your research (use all “Design Folder” requirements)

UNIT QUESTIONS:

PURPOSE:

Time: 5 weeks
Subject: Design and 3D Prototyping
Client: The Consumer Market

Background: You are a industrial designer / sculptor and are trying to break into the industry, your goal is to make an INCREDIBLE 3d design to be marketed and produced at Shapeways.com.    You are to explore the market and design an INCREDIBLE product that will sell.   Your product can be anything, from jewelry to a cellphone case, or even just a sculpture.   Spend a lot of time research to ensure idea is marketable. 

Shapeways have seen some AMAZING products come to life from Siri to shoes (many shoes), trophies for bad sportsmanship, skateboarding elephants, Bronies and Hybride sculptures, it is a great way for designers to stretch their skills.

 

 

Questions to consider: 

• What sells?
• What materials can you 3D print?
• What material is right for my project?
• What 3D file formats can I upload?
• How much will the final product cost?
• What are your shipping options and costs?
• How long does it take?

 

About Shapeways: Shapeways is the source for limitless personal production Shapeways.com is the world's leading 3D Printing marketplace and community. We harness 3D Printing to help everyone make and share designs with the world, making product design more accessible, personal, and inspiring. On Shapeways, individuals can make, buy and sell their own products. By providing a platform for our community members to share ideas and gain access to cutting edge technology, we're bringing personalized production to everyone, whether you're already designing in 3D or are looking to find something just right. We 3D Print everything on-demand, which means that every order is customized and personalized.

 

NOTE: When you're designing a 3D model for print or video there's little need to pay any attention to reality. Most scenes and objects will only contain the meshes that are visible, objects don't need to really connect, etc. You can completely ignore the physical world.

Your design must:

• Specific Artwork Prep for 3D Printing
  • Model must be airtight
  • Objects must be closed
  • Objects must be manifold
  • Correct normals
  • Observe the maximum size and wall-thickness – All materials are different
• Fully annotated concept art
• Answer the prompt
• Your showcase renders, must be aligned with materials available

Keep an eye on the time. PACE YOURSELF! The key to all of this is to finish in the time allotted.

Size: You decide, look at costs of printing

 

RESOURCES:

Exporting from Maya using COLLADA

 

Download Full Size Image from MYP Resources on COLE.