Week 4
This week was spent learning how to use the CNC machine and make something BIG
Desk Design
For creating something big I wanted to make a desk top. This top would have 2 side panels with many different settings to be able to elevate the setting at which someone keeps their laptop on. If they wanted to go to a standing desk format, they could simply raise the panels to a higher setting. In addition, I wanted to have space as a shelf on the top of the desk to put items on it. I created the design with 2 flat table tops, 2 sides, and a support beam in the back. The tables can be moved to different settings. I made this in Solidworks and then Anthony (shout out lab instructors) helped me use use software for the CNC machine. Below I have provided some intermediate steps and the final product. I think it is super cool.
The machine shop for architecture, it is so nice!
The CNC machine starting to cut the wood
The CNC machine cutting the wood
The leftover wood from the machine
The pieces before filing them down
The pieces before filing them down
The structure filed down and assembled
View from the front
Added my laptop top the desk for testing
The final product!
I found this week really cool. I am glad my SolidWorks skills are increasing and my skill at engineering parts is getting better
Files
Here are the relevant CAD files:
The table of the desk
The top table of the desk
The stands on left and right
The insert in the back
Flat assembly part
I hope you enjoyed week 4, come back next week for more.