Project 4 3D Printed Hollow Form Object


Step 1: My first step in the process to create my hollow form object was to create a circle with filleted edges to make it a more rounder shape. This was done by using the star point command and then using the fillet edges command. 


Step 2: Next I proceeded to create a pointed edge on the top to make it a dome like figure. I used the rail revolve command to achieve this form. Then, I slightly stretched the object to elongate the form. 


Step 3: I think mirrored the object in order to create a hourglass-like figure. This step I also used the Boolean Union command to join these two objects together and then the twist command to create its twist like pattern. 


Step 4: Lastly, I used the taper command to taper just around the top to create a vase-like form. 



Step 5: This is the final form on the Prusa Sli3er. In terms of the settings, I will use: 
a) Spiral Toolpath 
b) Single Perimeter 
c) No solid layer for both top and bottom 

Final Thoughts: From the previous week's concepts, I ended up using a different form. Only because I forgot to save my work and did not create back-up files (I know that was mentioned in class but I completely forgot...and ended up paying the price). However, I did take into the comments that were said from my peer review last class. For instance, having a more balanced base and using a different form that will have a better chance of being printed versus taking a big risk. 




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