Assignment Requirements
Group assignment
- Do your lab’s safety training.
- Characterize the laser cutter (focus, power, speed, rate, kerf, joint clearance, types).
- Document group work and reflect what you learned.
Individual assignment
- Design and document a parametric construction kit (consider kerf).
- Cut something on the vinyl cutter.
- Include original design files and hero shots.
Progress Status
This is for reporting progress (not for visitors to click).
Group page link + notes added.
Missing final photos and conclusions.
Upload .zip with source files.
1) Introduction
Explain your goal, materials, and what you will document step-by-step on this page.
2) Single Image
Use a title only when it helps the reader.
Pieces and first assembly
3) Image left + text right
Step title (example)
Describe the step: tool, settings, and the reason behind your choices.
4) Text left + image right
Step title (example)
Explain: iterations, calibration, kerf tests, mistakes, and improvements.
5) Table (settings / tests)
| Test | Parameters | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Kerf test | Material: ___ / Power: ___ / Speed: ___ | OK |
| Press-fit fit | Slot size: ___ / Clearance: ___ | Adjust |
| Vinyl cut | Blade: ___ / Speed: ___ / Force: ___ | Pending |
6) Step-by-step (Carousel)
Each slide can show an image and a short explanation.
Step 1 — Design
Create the parametric design (what tool and why).
Step 2 — Kerf test
Test kerf and define slot clearance.
Step 3 — Laser cutting
Cut the kit, record settings, and document results.
Step 4 — Assembly
Assemble, test stability, and improve the design.
7) Two images
8) Video (local)
Place your .mp4 here: video/week3/demo_01.mp4
9) Reflection
What did you learn? What would you improve next time?
10) Errors & Fixes
- Error: ___ Fix: ___ Evidence: photo/video/log
- Error: ___ Fix: ___ Evidence: photo/video/log
