This week our homework focused on: Parametric Design and Direct Modeling.
Parametric Design - "With coding languages we can use parameters and algorithms that describe the size and relationship between shapes. The advantage of designing this way is that changing the parameters and/or algorithms allows you to quickly make modifications to your design. You can also achieve high levels of complexity in your designs even with simple algorithms."
Direct Modeling - "This is more like digital Legos where you can add and subtract basic shapes from each other to create more complex structures. The advantage of this method is that it is easier to get started because you don't have to know how to write computer languages."
I think that Parametric Design is shockingly a little bit easier whereas Direct Modeling takes more time. However, if you are making something small that is simple (like a button) or has a very organic shape like a little tree it might be easier to use Tinkercad. The bowl is a perfect project for BeetleBlocks (Parametric Design) because it can easily have a more geometric or complex design. Overall I prefer Parametric Design because it is more exciting to watch the shape take form rather than to drag the shape into the platform.
I enjoyed making this button on Tinkercad because I like the idea of connecting 3D printing with sewing projects!
I had a hard time figuring out how to cut objects apart in Tinkercad but I liked using the "hole" objects.
Recently I have been introduced to fans that you can attached to little motors that are easy to connect with batteries. I thought this lesson was particularly cool.
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