Lampshade
The task is to create a lamp using only a 3D-printed lattice. By utilizing script-only CAD modeling software OpenSCAD, designers have full authority over the modeling procedure. The lamp designs in this project support a typical LED light source.
My Role
Initial Drawings
Before writing the script, we created three different lampshade designs and explored generative design options while reviewing OpenSCAD libraries.
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Coding
To simplify the 3D modeling process of intricate mathematical functions, I developed several programs utilizing the dotSCAD library.
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Visualization
The final designs were rendered using KeyShot11 and Fusion 360, and I utilized the Shapeways online service to approximate the cost of 3D printing.
Team Members
Alex Ivan Ortega
Timeframe
2 weeks
Ideation
The sketches below present various designs for lampshades, exploring different shapes, angles, and directions for the light source.
OpenSCAD Software Outputs
Following a thorough exploration of various design options, I incorporated the dotSCAD library into my OpenSCAD software. This library offers a wide range of 2D and 3D shapes, paths, extrusions, and intricate mathematical functions.
Design 1
Design 2
Design 3
Rendering
Design 2 Rendering
The spiral cube lamp with ash wood material and a point light is positioned in the middle.
Design 3 Rendering
A hollow spherical lampshade with hollowed-out text.
