I sanded the piece I etched and uploaded the rest of my pieces that I need to print onto a usb. Also, I stained and put finish on the piece I etched and the crossbar for my laptop stand.

I am still waiting to print. I went into Sunday consult after Six Flags and etched two of my pieces. I think my second piece etched wrong, so next class, I have to redo that piece, cut out the remaining pieces, sand the already etched piece, and stain my pieces.

In class, I sliced my knob. I came in for consult and was waiting to print, but there wasn’t enough time. I’m going to come in for Sunday consult after the Six Flags trip to try to etch. Depending on the amount of people in consult, I might cut two of the pieces I was supposed to etch and just cut them instead.

For homework, I modeled my knob on Fusion. It’s flat so the printer should have a face to print on without needing supports. Next class, I’m going to try to print/ etch the rest of my pieces and use the 3D printer to print my knob out.

In class, I put a finish on my laptop stand. Also, I sanded all the pieces that I glued last class. I want to stain my pieces American Chestnut and I am waiting to print the rest of my pieces. Next class, I am going to try and print my pieces and model a knob for my drawer. The knob will be 2 parts (2 components.) Half goes into the drawer and the other half intersects with the actual knob section of the knob.

I am waiting to print out my pieces for my organizer next class. I will be cutting out of plywood this time instead of cardboard.

In class, I fixed the back of my organizer and taped it together. Also, I gathered all my files to print onto plywood, including the etchings and vector sketches.

I fixed the pieces that were offset and downloaded them as dxf files. I will print them using cardboard next class to see if they are right.

In class, I taped together my organizer. I realized that the back of it got offset for some reason, so I’m going to go back and reprint it. Also, while I was waiting for the printers, I stained my laptop stand parts. I left early for a game, so I forgot to take a photo. However, next class, I’m going to take photos to fill up all the slots they are missing from on my blog.

Waiting for class to put the rest of my organizer pieces together. On Fusion, I checked my pieces again to see if there are any mistakes that may have caused the back to be offset.

I have photos, but they are on my phone, which I handed in. In class, I made a cardboard model of my organizer. I cut out all the pieces and tried to fit them together. However, the back piece is offset in a weird way so I have to redo it.

Today, in class, I finished the outline for what I’m going to cut on my second side. Also, I exported all my drawings as dxf files and did a test print.

At first, the etching was too dark, so I sanded off the top layer to make the less carved-in areas lighter. Then, I did another cut with the outline to test if the squares were too close together (they aren’t.)

During class, I made the outline for the parts of the design that I want the laser cutter to cut through on a separate layer. Also, I helped Ella with her Fusion design.

I ended up going with this design that mimics Chinese architecture. I editted the stroke to be black so that there is higher contrast. Next class, I want to figure out how to cut some sections of the wood out based on the white areas in this design.

I got rid of my old adobe design and decided to restart. I exported all the dxf files I’ll need to design into one folder. Then, I followed Mr. Brodie’s directions on how to use Illustrator. I tried to create a bunch of designs on my first side but I didn’t like any of them.

For homework, I figured out how to change the colors of the drawing. This took me a while because I am relatively new to using illustrator I figured out how to change each individual color and made the contrast between shapes stronger.

I created new components and joints for all my pieces. Next class, I will fix some of the joints and start the vector etching.

I needed to go back and add joints and make each side a separate component. I will finish the joints for the bottom and drawer next class.

Today, I used an as-built slider joint to model the motion of the drawer. I used a minimum of 0 in to prevent the drawer from going backward into the frame of the organizer. I am done with the organizer model portion of the project. Next class, I will figure out how to add etching onto the sides of my organizer.

Today, in class, I sketched an orthographic draft of my final design (which was design two.) I added dimension values to the draft. Then, I began modeling the organizer on Fusion. I finished all the walls and the drawer. Now, all I need to do is add a sliding joint between the drawer and walls and figure out how to 3D print a drawer knob.

I checked in with Rui about my concept designs. She says that design one fits her needs and organization preferences the best (based on ideas designed in Ideate stage based on Emphasize stage information.) However, she wants me to remove the side pencil holder because she feels it will take up too much space. Next class, I am going to figure out the dimensions of the organizer design Rui chose and begin designing the organizer on Fusion. I have attached a sample of the amount of textbooks and other materials that the organizer will need to hold.

Now that I have defined the problem, I will move onto the Ideate step and draft 4 concept sketches for my design. For homework, I will ask my person which concept she likes the most and figure out the dimensions of the organizer.

1. What do you enjoy doing in your free time?
2. Are there any problems you encounter with organization when participating in certain activities?
3. Do you use makeup a lot? If so, what products do your makeup organizers usually not fit?
4. Do you find it hard to keep track of returned assignments?
5. What is one thing you feel you always loose?
6. What challenges do you face when keeping your room clean?
7. Do you like art? If so, what mediums do you use?
8. What aesthetic please you (ex. green, marble, ect.)?

I made the bottom section wider so there’s more support. I tried to fix the limits for the hinge but it didn’t work. Mr. Brodie said to not worry about it. I’m done with this project now. I began reading the homework due to Thursday. For homework, I’m going to draft the questions due that are based on the reading assignment. Then, I’ll interview someone in my house, empathizing with them to come up with a possible problem they might have. Then, I will create an actionable problem statement based on their problem. The interview process is part of the emphasize step. (Observe – Identify one of your housemates who would benefit by using a desktop organizer. Engage – In the context of his/her room, learn more about him/her by conducting an interview. Watch and Listen – Ask him/her about his/her organizational techniques and the steps he/she takes to prepare for studying.)

This is my completed model of my phone stand. The bottom is a threaded pole, which you can twist to adjust the height of the phone stand. the top hinge is a ball-socket hinge, which can rotate in all directions, changing viewing angle and the vertical/horizontal. There are clasps made of plastic that surround the phone and lock it in place so that it doesn’t fall out when the stand is being rotated. In the ball-socket hinge, there is a set screw, which can be screwed in to lock the inner ball in place and stop the hinge from rotating.

I tried to modify the constraints on the angles of the ball socket joint, but it didn’t work. I’m going to ask Mr. Brodie about it in class. Also, over the weekend, I cut out my laptop stand using the CNC Machine. I will complete the stand next week.

I completed my phone stand by importing and adding a set screw so the ball socket hinge can lock in place. Additionally, I uploaded my laptop stand onto a USB to upload onto the CNC machine.

For homework, I imported the phone model into my phone stand file. I then created clamps connected to the back of the area that holds the phone to keep the phone in place. I jointed the phone onto the phone stand, so it now rotates with the rest of the top part of the stand.

Today, I continued modeling my phone stand, making the height adjustable and creating a ball socket joint. I need to fix the constraints for the angle of the ball joint so that the rotation is realistic. Also, I began modeling the area that holds the phone.

I continued modeling my phone stand. Next class, I want to try experimenting with ways to make a ball and socket hinge.

I made a few edits to my orthographic design to make the measurements more accurate. Additionally, I finished my 3D model of my phone.

I chose a design out of my four concept sketches and made it more detailed, adding dimensions for the stand and diagrams explaining the mechanics of the stand. I have detailed about the joints of the stand and the way the height changing mechanism functions.

Actionable Problem Statement: I need a light, durable, plastic phone stand that fits my phone and has an adjustable viewing angle.

Today, I started modeling my phone on Fusion, using my orthographic drawing measurements as a reference. Additionally, I edited my second concept design to incorporate a height-changing mechanism.

Today, I sketched ideas for my phone stand because Fusion was down. My designs incorporate ball-socket type hinges and others. Next class, if Fusion is working again, I’ll model my phone and phone stand. I also completed the google survey about the design thinking reading.