"SCREWED TOGETHER"
COMP FAB FINAL SP2024
Project Description: Utilizing Grasshopper and Rhino 7, I have created a parameterizable workflow for generating joints for the purpose of woodworking. This process allows for customization of the length, width, and height of all joints, angle of connection, and finally, size and placement of holes for fasteners. Using this workflow, I have created a media center fabricated with (1"x12") whitewood boards and polycarbonate filament for the 3D printed joints. The media center measures 4' long x 2.5' tall, and uses 4 polycarbonate joints to connect to itself. I see a possible application for this technology for creating even simpler, but more unique, flat-pack furniture.
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Reflection:
This project is a strong and easy way to assemble furniture cheaply, and with the lowering cost of 3D printing, can also allow people to custom design and print furniture brackets at-home.
The project was a mixed-bag of difficultly, printing with the polycarbonate filament was hard and time consuming, assembly was easy, but prep work was difficult. In order to make another attempt have better results the main factor to change is wood quality. Poor quality lumber from Lowe's threatened to ruin this project before it began. So always take the extra time and energy to source high quality materials, especially if you plan on using the furniture for a long time.