We have had our obstacles with this project and really had to utilize our own resources to complete an end result of a 3D model. It is currently (hopefully) being printed after our last hiccup this week. The TA needed the STL file for the model to print and the group sent it to them on Tuesday. Our presentation is tomorrow, so hopefully it will be printed.
To recap the group experimented with 123-D Catch and Mesh Mixer to create a model, but was unsuccessful. We had to shift gears and create a new strategy after finding that the class' resources were not for us. Susan was able to obtain and print the blueprints for the building while Albert was able to use his Creo expertise to create a model quickly. DeDe, Alex, and Susan became proficient in 123-D Catch, although not used. Alex worked on pre-made models with Mesh mixer extensively.
The entire group was able to understand what it was like to be in an engineering group where there is not too much structure. The group had to work together to create their own personal goals to complete the task of a 3-D model. They worked together and learned how unpredictable engineering can be. Multitasking and quickly changing tasks was definitely a skill that all group members picked up. Will update on how the actual model looks and our success with the poster contest.
Wednesday, June 3, 2015
Week 8 & 9
These weeks have been going a little slower due to the project being completed week 8.
Albert was incredible and able to create an entirely new model in Creo. he was able to use the blue prints and dimensions to create a detailed model that accurately depicts the building. Pictures will be at the end. The model is at a 250:1 scale and just barely fits the printer requirements. Unfortunately, the Google Earth model and the 123D catch model were not used. The group had to think outside of the box and are very pleased at the end product.
Susan, Dede, and Alex worked on completing the final report and the poster for the poster contest. Our group was selected out of the section for having an unique project and asked to compete against the other sections. We created a poster that is between the (information wise) the final report and the PowerPoint. The group will be judged week 10 on June 4th, 2015.
Albert was incredible and able to create an entirely new model in Creo. he was able to use the blue prints and dimensions to create a detailed model that accurately depicts the building. Pictures will be at the end. The model is at a 250:1 scale and just barely fits the printer requirements. Unfortunately, the Google Earth model and the 123D catch model were not used. The group had to think outside of the box and are very pleased at the end product.
Susan, Dede, and Alex worked on completing the final report and the poster for the poster contest. Our group was selected out of the section for having an unique project and asked to compete against the other sections. We created a poster that is between the (information wise) the final report and the PowerPoint. The group will be judged week 10 on June 4th, 2015.
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| Final Model (back) |
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| Final Model (side) |
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| Final Model (front) |
Week 7:
This week the group had a large leap in progress and felt much more confident!
Albert was able to have a basic foundation model that he created using google earth. The fellows were impressed and thought it was a good start. The details from the building needed to be in the final 3-D model created, however, they felt it was a very creative solution. We felt that a model was possible in the next two weeks and Albert was excited to use Creo to accomplish this. Alex, Susan, and DeDe were a little concerned he would not be able to create a model in enough time, however we have faith in him.
DeDe was able to stitch together an impressive amount of photos using 123D catch, however they will not be used in the end model. Our pictures were not good enough quality and the size of our building played a large role in that. The largest side of the Paul Peck Research and Development building was over 200 photos. This would mean at least three different stitched together pieces of side.
Susan and Alex worked on the blog and figured out how to submit a 3D print request form. It is coming down to the wire and are a little concerned because the bulk of the project will need to be done outside of class. They also worked on the final report draft. Susan collected sources and Alex formatted.
Albert was able to have a basic foundation model that he created using google earth. The fellows were impressed and thought it was a good start. The details from the building needed to be in the final 3-D model created, however, they felt it was a very creative solution. We felt that a model was possible in the next two weeks and Albert was excited to use Creo to accomplish this. Alex, Susan, and DeDe were a little concerned he would not be able to create a model in enough time, however we have faith in him.
DeDe was able to stitch together an impressive amount of photos using 123D catch, however they will not be used in the end model. Our pictures were not good enough quality and the size of our building played a large role in that. The largest side of the Paul Peck Research and Development building was over 200 photos. This would mean at least three different stitched together pieces of side.
Susan and Alex worked on the blog and figured out how to submit a 3D print request form. It is coming down to the wire and are a little concerned because the bulk of the project will need to be done outside of class. They also worked on the final report draft. Susan collected sources and Alex formatted.
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| 123D Catch Front Image |
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| 123D Catch Back Image |
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| Google Earth Model |
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| Google Earth Model |
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