Machine 5: "Networked"

Machine 5 challenges designers to make parametric changes to their machines in the enterprise of joining with other machines and moving other designers' Objects Gratifying to Handle. "Networked" Machine requires designers to negotiate and accommodate the positions of Point A and Point B with neighboring machines. This iteration also charges designers to consider how the OGH will be received or picked up from the previous neighboring machine, as well as handing the OGH off to the next machine.
In this iteration, designers are asked to extend their technical repertoire and abilities to include designing parametrically in CAD.

Materials: Honeycomb cardboard, Duron, glue, dowels, bushings, fasteners, and other materials as needed

Processes: hand sketching, CAD, band saw, table saw, drill press, laser cutting, 3D printing, and other processes as needed,

Why:

• fifth iteration of many iterations of Machines in ME 102

• discovery of properties of materials, form, motion

• working parametrically in CAD

• flexibility

• attention to connections

• understanding how same prompt can yield radically different outcomes

• understanding how informed iteration can build depth, nuance, and engagement