4. Computer controlled cutting¶
Solo Assignment¶
Vinyl Cutting Assignment¶
I chose the NASCAR logo as my sticker. I am a big fan of motorsports and I think that the 2017 logo looks the best and it is a relativley easy logo to piece together.
I started by opening the logo in Corel Draw and tracing the bitmap.
Once I had the bitmap I separated all of the colors of my image.
I then imported my file to Silohuette Studio, traced everything as separate pieces.
Then I loaded the right color, selected the right part, and hit cut. Once I had my pieces, I stuck them onto transfer tape, making sure I let the adhesive side of the sticker facing up.
The colors I used.
Parametric Design¶
We also learned how to use parametric design in Fusion 360. I took ispiration from Angelia Yang’s parametric design kit.
The first step in my parametric design process was creating the individual components.I created 3 componets, a rectangle, a polygon, and a 120° bend.
I then started defining key parameters such as height, length, and width, or in the case of the polygon, the number of sides.
Next, I made the notch length, settling on 5mm, and set the notch width to match the thickness of the cardboard plus the kerf, which measured approximately 3.7mm. With these parameters, I sketched each shape, and added the notches.
Then exported the designs to CorelDRAW as a .dwg file.
Finally, I used the correct laser cutting settings to cut the cardboard.
The Kit¶
My kit came out well after I tested cutting it. I think that if I were to change one thing, it would be to make my fillets a little larger, and my notches a little bit deeper.
Useful links¶
Software Used¶
Special Thanks to:¶
- Elle Hahn
- Tyler Russel
- Amalia Bordoloi
- Tom Dubick (Instructor)
- David Taylor (Instructor)
My Group Site¶
Project Plan¶
| Terms and Definitions | Jenna |
| Kerf Test | Elle, Andrew, Amalia |
| Speed Power Frequency Test | Elle, Andrew, Amalia |
| Focus Test | Elle, Andrew, Amalia |
| Joint Clearance Test | Amalia |
| Joint Types | Jenna |
My files