Purpose: Introduce basic 3D modeling strategies. 

Description: We will begin by covering some of the most commonly used 3D commands used in Rhino and seeing how they apply to different scenarios. 

Materials: Rhino 3D, Measuring tools (caliper/rulers), Pen, Paper

Homework Instructions: After completing the practice commands, you will be tasked with modeling a component or basic form related to your Open Innovation project. Try to choose a form that requires multiple types of 3D operations (i.e. extrusions, revolutions, booleans, sweeps, lofts, etc). After planning and sketching, translate this object into 3D. These forms should be modeled at 1:1 scale in Rhino. Challenge yourself and push beyond simple forms. Remember, most objects that seem complex can be modeled through a combination of very simple shapes. You can reference the Rhino training manuals found here. If you get stuck, the help tab within Rhino can walk you through various commands. Please post your screenshots and .3dm files in your documentation folder. 

Best of Luck!

Deliverables: 

1. Screen shots of your final model
2. An uploaded Rhino file (.3dm)

Mechanism Design 

Introduction

A mechanism is a system of parts that transform input forces and movement into a desired set of output forces and movements.

First, make a mechanism along with your teacher.  

Materials needed: 

• stiff paper or cardboard
• ruler
• cutting tool
• string (if you have it)
• paper clips, metal brads, and/or push-pins (toothpicks work too!)

Select and make 1 mechanisms that relates to your vehicle movement

PROCESS

• Elements Look at the diagram of the mechanism. How many elements does it have? How can you make these out of cardboard, popsicle sticks, or other found materials?
• Pivots Look at each element in the diagram more closely. How many pivot points or holes need to be made in each element? What kinds of materials can you use for pivots? (hint: brads, paper clips, and string are very helpful). As you work, pay attention to what parts must be allowed to rotate or move.
• Fixed Base All mechanisms require a fixed point of resistance in order to move. Can you tape or "fix" part of your mechanism to your cutting board in such a way that you can operate it with one hand?

These slides are just a starting point. Most mechanisms adapt and deviate from these based on their applications. Don't worry if your mechanism doesn't perfectly match the slides; focus on trying to make sure your input force creates your desired output.

DELIVERABLES:

When you are done making your mechanisms: 

• PHOTO Photograph your mechanism in its beginning and end states. (2 Photos per mechanism)
• GIF Upload your photos to EZGIF.com to make a gif of your mechanisms in action (2 GIFS). For best results, try to keep your camera in the exact same location for both photos. You may have to rig up a make-shift tripod.
• POST In the response slide, make a slide for each mechanism that has the two photographs and GIF.

Additional Resources: 

http://507movements.com/toc.html

What will vehicles look like in the far future? What will the systems that support these vehicles look like? Will transportation continue to be more and more efficient? What if future transportation systems could also be delightful, fun, or helpful to society in new and surprising ways? These are the questions students will explore in the Transitopia Studio by NuVu. 

In this studio, students will be constructing sci-fi and futuristic vehicles of their imagination while learning about renewable energy systems such as solar, hydro, and wind power. They will imagine the systems and infrastructure that will change the way vehicles move, how they are designed, and who they will transport, and then design new modes of transportation based on their imaginations.

Students will experience the hands-on joy of iterative physical prototyping and explore how motors, batteries, engines, radio signals, types of chassis, and wheels can help them achieve moveable speculative transportation devices. They'll push their vehicles to the creative limit with innovative and unusual designs! Then, it’s off to the final exhibition, where students will demonstrate their prototypes and share their vision of the future of transportation with the audience. 

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