16. Wildcard Week¶
Check List Assignment.¶
| item | Activity | Status |
|---|---|---|
| task 1 | Documented the workflow(s) and process(es) you used | DONE |
| task 2 | Described problems encountered (if any) and how you fixed them | DONE |
| task 3 | Included original design files and source code | DONE |
| task 4 | Included ‘hero shot’ of the result | DONE |
Design¶
The design proposal for the week off is as follows: It’s a 3D-printed lamp using recycled LED strips and epoxy resin with basic electronics.
The design was created in Onshape.
3D printing.¶
The different elements that make up the 3D design have been printed.
LED strip adhesion¶
Recycled strips glued onto the 3D printed part, so that they can illuminate the inner part of the resin.
Laser Cutting¶
Some pieces have been cut to contain the resin and complete the lamp molding process.
Resin Mixture.¶
The mixtures are in a 3 to 1 ratio, 3 parts resin and one part catalyst so that the product can harden in a few hours.
Resin pouring.¶
Once mixed with the necessary proportions and measurements, a little powdered coloring is added to obtain a certain distinctive touch.
Bottom line.¶
The result looked much more elegant due to the presentation of colors in the resin composition.
LEARNING, FINDING AND LESSONS¶
Spray release agents should be applied to prevent the resin from sticking too hard to the acrylic or other surfaces where resin is not desired. Each joint must be sealed to prevent the resin from leaking out and staining the work surface. Despite being sprayed with mold release liquid, the acrylic didn’t help much to detach from the resin, so I used a heat gun to heat the acrylic and carefully peel it off.