ucsd-compfab2

Project 1: Individual Research - Initial Prototype

Description

Your brief for this project is to conduct independent, self-directed research into computer controlled fabrication. You will identify the topic. This could be research into a process or workflow that you are particularly interested in (for instance injection molding, sheet metal fabrication, inflatables, soft fabrication). It could be a continuation of a creative work from a previous quarter. It could be a new idea for a project.

The concept is open-ended, but you will need to submit a written proposal for your project. (see proposal below)

We will present these initial prototypes projects for an in class critique at the beginning of Week 6.

Proposal

Write a two paragraph proposal.

• Concept (1 paragraph)
  • Summarize your project idea.
  • What is your motivation? (learning new techniques, continuing an existing project, starting a new line of work)
  • What similar work exists? (examples of inspiring artworks, research projects, etc.)
  • How is this project breaking new ground? (for you, for studio art, for compfab)
• Process (1 paragraph)
  • How will you produce your project?
  • Which techniques and workflows will you use?
  • What materials will you work with?
  • How will you document your project?

Please include 2-3 sketches or images that help illustrate your idea.

Add hour concept and images as new slides in your digital sketchbook, and upload a PDF of those pages to Canvas.

This written proposal will be submitted online to Canvas, DUE Monday 10/20 End of Day (11:59) https://canvas.ucsd.edu/courses/69284/assignments/1025860

Deliverables

1. Proposal
   • Written proposal submitted to Canvas. (DUE beginning of Week 4)
2. Critique
   • Stage your project for showcase and presention/critique (DUE beginning of Week 6, Tuesday November 4th)
   • UPDATE: We are meeting in our regular class room.
3. Project Documentation (DUE end of Week 6)
   • Canvas submission of the project documentation will be beginning of Week 7, Monday 11/10 End of Day (11:59) https://canvas.ucsd.edu/courses/69284/assignments/1025861

References

• [TK]