Here is a snap of my first model
It's pretty sleek n smooth and the curves are painstakingly carved out symmetrical. The EEG sensors are detached here to fit the whole model in the frame.
As far as changes I'm pretty satisfied with the futuristic shape, so that will probably stay the same. Although Robbie mentioned in the class that it's pretty hard to do a neat job for any flexible part and I should leave it as is, I will try my best to do flexible arm attachments (while staying faithful to my level of standards). The EEG and EMG sensors will be redone completely in similar shapes to match one another and add a bit of harmony to the overall shape as suggested by Robbie. Oh by the way I'm thinking of carving the whole thing out of marble using a plasma cutter in a vacuum chamber under zero gravity to make it eternal and unique!
Jeff
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Wow, it sounds like you've really started to think about the final model. I also like how you were able to make the model look futuristic. It definitely looks like that. I agree with Robbie that it will probably be hard to make the flexible parts look clean, so I suggest that you try the arm parts, but keep what you have in case they end up not working. Good luck.
Emily C
Yes, Yes, you should try and create some continuity in terms of aesthetics between the EEG and EMG sensors, perhaps, lifting dominant design features from the main body unit (Like the central taper towards the pointy end) will help create harmonious form. From the photo and what I’ve seen in class i think the whole product looks great, but componentised. Perhaps even running part lines down the sensors and main bodies in parallel to the flexible arms will furthermore enhance a overall product connection. Even some very subtle tapers towards the connecting arms, rather than the bold steps downs, so it would allow the eye to follow over the product, and the product will follow over your Noggin, just ideas.
Ps: I think Bunning’s has a special on CNC plasma cutters at the moment, but the word is that there selling fast, so perhaps Mitre 10 is your best bet. And maybe Han Solo Carbonite is a better choice, i think its a little lighter and more eternal. Lol. Catch
Daniel Dob.
Woops, sorry i meant:
flow instead of follow*. &
they're instead of there*
Daniel
I'll be finished with my "zero-grav-4000" machine later today if you want to borrow it...
I’ve already had a go with the flexible bits and I reckon it doesn’t look too bad… Still not up to my level of expectations but me and my “flexible bits” are co existing harmoniously for now :D. Thanks Dan but I don’t have room for the CNC cutter at home and the Han Solo Carbonite doesn’t give me crisp edges so I’ll just borrow Robbie’s for the time being.
Jeff, Jeff, Jeff... a plasma cutter in a zero gravity chamber ... that's a bit excessive don't you think... I too go a little far sometimes like with my Tupperware presentation but we have to draw the line somewhere lol. its all about mass manufacturing in industrial design not gimmicks yeah (quoting John Conway).... have researched the costs for such manufacturing techniques and the functionality of having marble pressed up/resting on your head... although I admire you creativity, conceptual thinking and the visual execution
-Dom-
Can I have any excess marble? My dad is thinking of making 2 Corinthian columns in front of our doorway
- Chris
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