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[katesprocessblog]

Week #10

Introduction

2 more weeks left! AAHHHHHHHH! Thankfully, I feel good with the advice and feedback I was given during the critique last week in class. The professors suggested maybe using flocking, but I had looked into that the previous week and decided it wasn’t the look I was going for. I need to refine the tiles to make them look better. I also need to incorporate the colorful tiles into the box design. I liked the black and white color scheme, but it would definitely elevate the look and make it pop by adding in the galaxy style of the tiles. The professors also said that I need to make the text on the box and the cards more readable, which is an easy fix. The last thing they said was that the characters didn’t feel like they related to the rest of the game because they were too “cute.” I can definitely see that, but since there’s limited time left, that would be the last thing on my list of things to do. I might have time though, since I cut out making a trailer for the exhibition, as that would bring on a lot of extra work I don’t think I have time for anymore. 

Research

I went to the NYU MakerSpace to test out the vacuum former machine they had. Unfortunately, I only realized I should have made a female mold the day before, and by then it was too late to model and print the molds, so I just went with my pieces to become familiar with the equipment and then hopefully come back. When I arrived, I realised they had 3 machines when their website only listed one. I was prepared for their Keystone Single Chambered Vacuum Former, which was only 5x5 inches in space, so I was pleasantly surprised to see they had larger machines! They had a huge industrial one that I think would be overkill for what I was doing, but the medium-sized machine they had was a Makyu FormBox which was perfect for making my individual molds for the board game inserts.

The plastic I brought was a little too thick, so I ended up ordering thinner sheets after the fact (they’re only 10 dollars with free shipping so I just got them sent without using my budget, so they came on time). 

I started by putting my dice and characters onto the machine bed. My first go around was really rough because I didn’t heat up the plastic enough. But on my second go, I was able to get a good vacuum seal onto the pieces and the dice, although they shifted a little during the vacuuming process. I tried a couple of times, but didn’t want to waste too much of my material. I ended up using one of the plastic formed pieces I had made as a mold. I punched holes through the bottom to see how well the air would go through those holes and fit the form of a mold. I didn’t want to have a noticeable draft angle for the inside as that would affect the fit of the pieces. Thankfully, the holes I punched seemed to work well!

I unfortunately had to leave or else I would have stayed longer, but I was ultimately satisfied with my trip that day. Over the weekend, I modelled the molds I would use for my next visit to the MakerSpace. I started in Blender, which I was more comfortable with, but I was having a difficult time getting my measurements to be exact. So I looked into alternatives and ended up downloading Fusion 360 and learning how to use it. After some tutorials, I was caught up to speed and modelled these molds to be 3D printed in the FabLab. The tile holder is going to have to be done in two parts because the forming machine is just slightly too small, but I made the mold longer than it needs to be, and then I plan on combining two halves in the middle. I originally didn’t think about the thumb holes, but I ended up adding them to make the pieces out easier. Hopefully, the holes at the bottom are enough to allow the vacuum to properly get into the nooks and crannies.

Reflections

I felt like I was waiting on timing for some things. It was awkward planning when to get things done because I worked Saturday, Sunday, and Monday this week and couldn’t find time to get on campus. In addition to that, I was waiting for the linen textured paper to come in before wrapping the box. Now that it came in, I will work on getting that box completely done. After that, I think the tiles I want to completely finish next. I am really hoping that my visit to NYU pt.2 goes well so I don’t have to plead with my friend to go back since it’s out of the way for both of us (he’s at the Manhattan location, but the MakerSpace is in Brooklyn and he has to travel there to swipe me in). I’m going to buy him dinner or something after this as a thank you for sure! I have felt swamped with my work, capstone, and design III, so I took off one of the days I was supposed to work when it gets closer to the exhibition installation so that I can really focus up and produce the best quality work I can.

[servitec3d]

Mayku FormBox es una máquina de termoconformado o termoformado de escritorio, esto nos permite realizar procesos complejos que realiza la industria a pequeña escala de manera muy sencilla.

[egg-sisters-cosplay]

SHINEY! @teammayku offered us the chance to try out their FormBox vacuform. We just got it set up and played around with it last night. It looks like it will work perfectly for vacuforming Dana’s teeth to make our troll tusks! More to come! #eggsisters #eggsistersfx #eggsisterscosplay #cosplay #vaccuform #formbox #mayku #dentalappliance #dentalcast #dentalprosthetics #teefs #tusks #troll #warcraft #zandalari #blizzard #blizzcon @warcraft @blizzard

[decotendency]

(via FormBox – Une petite usine de création 3D à domicile)

FormBox – Une petite usine de création 3D à domicile http://leblogdestendances.fr/imprimante-3d-2/formbox-usine-creation-3d-22487

[creabellecreations]

First shapes with thé FormBox. Easy to do, and now making chocolates. #3d #makingforms #3dmodeling #mayku #formbox #vacuum #3dinstagram #creabelle #workshops #unique #3dprinting https://www.instagram.com/p/CJbgXHdL3s9/?igshid=1ignde4og5rdx

[diyyourdecor-blog]

Who got their Formbox then? I can’t wait to get mine!! I’ll be keeping a close … Who bought their @teammayku Formbox then? I can not wait to get mine!! I will be maintaining a detailed eye on what they provide you with subsequent.. 📷 @teammayku

[thetechnologychannel]

Mayku FormBox

[thecraftygentleman]

Does anyone else spend half of the festive season just rearranging and second-guessing their Christmas decor? 🤷🏼‍♂️🎄 I think I'm gonna whip up a few more of these DIY ceramic tree hangings tonight (the more the merrier!). Learn how to make them yourself over on my blog now – just tap the link in my bio. 👍🏻✨ I used my @teammayku FormBox for this project, but I’ve also shared an alternative using nothing but card and tape. 👍🏻 • • • #ceramic #concrete #concretecraft #mayku #formbox #madewithmayku #maykuformbox #treedecorating #treedecorations #christmascrafts #christmas #makersofig #makersmovement #makersgunnamake #getyourcraftsseen #craftersofinstagram #makercommunity #handmademovement #creativedaily #creativehappylife https://www.instagram.com/p/BrlJHd-FR6z/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1mrsmnmrlp8w6

[solidsmack]

FormBox: A Desktop Vacuum Former + Partner for Your 3D Printer

FormBox: A Desktop Vacuum Former + Partner for Your 3D Printer

The FormBox is an inexpensive table-top vacuum former, and they say it’s “a perfect partner for your 3D printer”.

What’s a vacuum former?

A vacuum former a simple manufacturing system that uses molding principles to form 3D shapes. The idea is to heat a thin sheet of thermoplastic to the point where it is soft and saggy. Then it’s placed over a mold and a vacuum pulls the soft sheet fully along…

[gadgetflow]

Mayku FormBox Desktop Vacuum Former works with any vacuum cleaner to create your designs - https://thegadgetflow.com/portfolio/desktop-vacuum-former/

[3dreamteknoloji]

You can find Creality, Anycubic, and Phrozen 3D printers, resins, filaments, and spare parts right now through us! All our products are guaranteed. Mayku Formbox Turkey Distributor.

[best3dprint]

| #3dprint | Is the FormBox a Required 3D Print Accessory? https://t.co/VPzPNo4yE9 https://t.co/DWLjuAQeBe https://t.co/PumzMglbE7

[hlebozavod]

3d printing | LED ilumination with 3d prototypes

[creabellecreations]

Het ruikt hier overheerlijk naar chocolade . Nieuwe workshop 'van Mold tot praline,. Je leert vormen maken met de @teammayku FormBox. We maken pralines met onze vormen. Ook de verpakking wordt niet uit het oog verloren. Foto: appelsien pralines Voor info stuur ons pb of via info@creabelle.be #chocolade #3dprinten #praline #3daddict #bakkerij #vormgeving #ontwerpen #diy #lekker #шоколад #3д #3дмодель #workshop #creabelle https://www.instagram.com/p/CKeXGDNrMcj/?igshid=lud0u6thhqjk