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DIGITAL DESIGN + FABRICATION SM1, 2017 M1 JOURNAL - PANEL AND FOLD IDEATION Sezen Smrdelj 698662 Sia | Tutorial 3

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Measured Drawings

PLAN VIEW Scale: 1:1 @ A4 PANEL

WASHER PIN JOINT

SECTION A:A Scale: 2:1 @ A4

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545 ELEVATION - OPEN all measurements in mm

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Scale: 1:2 @ A4

Measuring and understanding the mirror and bracket system prior to drawing it echoed sentiments raised by Heath, Heath, and Jensen (2000). As stated, one must “observe every detail” of the object which entailed expanding and contracting the mechanism several times and watching its working parts.

Photographs were not particularly useful in the case of measuring the mirror in that the correct perspective could not be achieved through the lens of a camera. Instead, an elevation can only be achieved by laying the object flat.

In this case, the simplest method of measuring the object was to lay it on paper and trace its outline. One could then easily utilise the resulting outline by noting or drawing where members started and ended and measuring each working part (pictured above).

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In order to best display the mechanism’s ability to expand and contract, these measurements were taken in both states (that is, open to its capacity, and closed) in order to understand and draw the object in these ways.

Observing the object’s working parts to form its system led to a deeper understanding of the object and an ability to more closely analyse it.

References: ELEVATION - CLOSED

Heath, A., Heath, D., & Jensen, A. (2000). 300 years of industrial design: function, form, technique

Scale: 1:1 @ A4

1700-2000. New York, USA: Watson-Guptill

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Analysis

In analysing the object, I focussed on the panel and folding mechanism and disregarded the mirror component. The immediate striking aspect of the object is its materiality. Indeed, as Heath, Heath, and Jensen (2000) suggest, this object becomes animated in the light it is in; the stainless steel all components are made in attracts mesmerising highlights in any light and adds depth to the otherwise relatively flat object. When observing its working parts, it is difficult to deconstruct the mechanism in that the system it forms is a very cohesive whole.

ELEVATION Scale: 1:2 @ A4

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BOLT

RECTANGULAR MEMBER

The object consists of four integral components: the bracket, the end rods, the rectangular members and the bolts. The bracket, which attaches to a wall, connects to the end rod, which is bolted to the rectangular members, followed by another end rod. The rectangular members that cross over one another in a lattice-type pattern are fixed to each other by pin joints (the bolts) at each end and in the middle, allowing the mechanism to be opened and closed and sliding up and down the end rods.

References: Heath, A., Heath, D., & Jensen, A. (2000). 300 years of industrial design: function, form, technique 1700-2000. New York, USA: Watson-Guptill

ELEVATION Scale: 1:1 @ A4

A well-considered design process, according to Heath, Heath, and Jensen (2000) is one that creates an object that relates to users and is versatile to suit any environment.

The mirror and folding mechanism as a whole seem to be well-designed in that it could literally become an extension of any environment.

Its folding aspect allows for ease of use at whatever length necessary for the consumer and its robust materiality (stainless steel) ensures durability. In conclusion and in conjunction with the reading, the mirror features a strong consideration for the user experience.

OBSERVATION Scale: 1:1 @ A4

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Digital Model

PERSPECTIVE

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ISOMETRIC

In order to 3D model the object’s panel and fold mechanism using Rhinoceros, measurements taken from the traced outline were used. I drew each different member in plan with measurements and coordinates, then extruded the objects to their correct thicknesses.

Following this, I surfaced the shapes and planar curves that needed to be surfaced, ensuring holes in the object were not filled.

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Sketch Model

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STRUCTURE | MORPH | REGULAR

unfolds at user’s desire

A structure that can morph or be shaped and changed based on one’s situation and evolving sense of personal space and its invasion.

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GEOMETRY | UNIFORM | SCALE

A form that utilises the interplay of triangles and their edges at different scales using origami to provide personal space for desired body segments.

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CIRCULAR | ADJUSTABLE | ENCOMPASSING | ORBIT

An all-encompassing orbit of the body that is pin-jointed to adjust at the user’s whim for anywhere desired.

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Appendix

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