Introduction: Box of Hearts

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For the final project, I wanted to integrate my theme for the class and make a russian doll-esque item that used hearts as the main shape. It has 4 layers, each with a focus on a specific type of manufacturing.

Supplies

Layers inside to out ->

Layer 1 (mold):

  1. PLA

Layer 2 (paper net):

  1. Card stock

Layer 3 (3D printed):

  1. PLA

Layer 4 (press fit):

  1. 1/8" plywood
  2. paper clip (for the hinge)

Step 1: Ideation

I sketched out and planned all the layers before moving on to the next step. I knew what the inner-most layer would be and planned the outer layers around it.

Step 2: Digital Design

The next step is to 3D model each layer and subsequent pieces, as well as deciding the size increases between layers.

Step 3: Fabrication & Assembly

Forgot to take pictures of the assembly of layers 3 and 4. I had to sand down the face of the hinges on the 3D print and hammer the press-fit pieces together, but they all assembled pretty nicely.

Step 4: Final Product

Put the layers inside each other to see if they fit together, which they do. Additionally, each layer should be able to be used individually. I think this entire process was very insightful for planning and designing, and I enjoyed creating each layer.