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Ling-Li Tseng 2014

Making is play.First we imagine, then we create.

Week4- Computer-Controlled Machining

With CNC machine tools, I can easily get super precise cut. Therefore, this week I want to make simple foldable furniture which still require high precision cut. The default material for this week is 10mm low quality light plywood, and I hope the wood can easily support body weight and remain light with the folding design.

  • Technology: LM-1000 CNC milling machine
  • Material: plywood
  • Function: Foldable Wood Cube
  • Year: 2014

Project 04a
1. I started my geometry in Rhino /2. Unroll surfaces in pieces /3. Locate them with some distance in between inside 46”X46” square.
Project 02b
Import rhino file into MasterCAM to finish the milling setting. I use contour2D + Pocket (standard)
Project 02c
Select geometry chains and remember to add tabs to hold the material
Project 02d
CNC milling process.
Project 02e
Get the wood panels for assembling
Project 02f
I use narrow hinge removable pin to hold two pieces together just like door hinge.
Project 02g
All panels are able to fold together like a wood sheet
Project 02h
It can easily pop-up as a wood cube / chair / base / table
Project 02h
Project 02h
Light , portable, and functional
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