In this assignment, we explored different techniques for creating wearable designs using Rhino software. We also learned how to use paneling tools to create custom objects and how to export the final design in STL format for 3D printing.
I followed this tutorial trying to create an organic bangle.
At first, I didn't have the automatic endpoint and midpoint capture feature turned on so my lines didn't fit together very well. When I created a surface with Sweep 1 Rail, I got something like this.
At the bottom of the software, check the points to enable automatic capture. This feature is very useful.
Successfully created the surface!
Successfully created the surface!
Sometimes, when you have all the form solid with no naked edges, the Boolean Union still fail. Here the YouTuber provided a video on the solution and what are the reason to cause it.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VsV0LIHGOdk
The instructions are clear so after solving the boolean issue I managed to smooth the edges and transform the design to the bangle surface.
The final outcome looks great! I realize that I didn't measure my wrist when I created the surface, but this demonstrates the benefit of using the Flow Along the Surface feature. You can design the shape inside individually and then transform the bracelet to fit the different sizes you want.
Although I refrained from incorporating intricate lines into the design due to concerns about supporting them during 3D printing, I would like to experiment with combining this technique with the paneling tool in the future to produce more sophisticated surface designs effortlessly.
When comparing Rhino to other 3D modeling tools, such as Fusion360 and Blender that I have used before, the tools in Rhino can be particularly useful for creating wearable designs, as they can help to create intricate textures and shapes that are difficult to achieve with traditional modeling techniques.