Nervous System – explorations in generative design and natural phenomena » Blog Archive » Kinematics http://n-e-r-v-o-u-s.com/blog/?p=4467[09-02-2014 05:07:15] HOME SHOP BLOG ABOUT US TOOLS STOCKISTS CONTACT Kinematics Posted: November 26th, 2013 | Author: Jesse Louis-Rosenberg | Filed under: 3dprinting, clothing, design, jewelry, simulation, software | Tags: kinematics | 13 Comments » Kinematics is a system for 4D printing that creates complex, foldable forms composed of articulated modules. The system provides a way to turn any three-dimensional shape into a flexible structure using 3D printing. Kinematics combines computational geometry techniques with rigid body physics and customization. Practically, Kinematics allows us to take large objects and compress them down for 3D printing through simulation. It also enables the production of intricately patterned wearables that conform flexibly to the body. Next Page › flickr Search for: Categories 3dprinting art clothing collaboration computation criticism data structures design education electronics events exhibition furniture geometry graphics housewares inspiration jewelry jobs life nature news photography press puzzles sale simulation software stores thoughts travel Uncategorized video work in progress Tags 3dprint 3dprinting algae aquarium art black branching cell cycle cellcycle ceramics cnc competition coral craft fair DIY fan felt fossil generative growth hele-shaw cell hyphae ICFF japan kinematics lasercut lighting
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Nervous System – explorations in generative design and natural phenomena » Blog Archive » Kinematics
Today we are releasing a jewelry collection and an accompanying customization app built upon
our Kinematics concept. We’re also releasing a free to use app for desktop 3D printers.
Kinematics is a branch of mechanics that describes the motion of objects, often described as the
“geometry of motion.” We use the term Kinematics to allude to the core of the project, the use of
simulation to model the movement of complex assemblages of jointed parts.
Kinematics produces designs composed of 10’s to 1000’s of unique components that interlock to
construct dynamic, mechanical structures. Each component is rigid, but in aggregate they behave as
a continuous fabric. Though made of many distinct pieces, these designs require no assembly.
Instead the hinge mechanisms are 3D printed in-place and work straight out of the machine.
This project evolved out of a collaboration with Motorola’s Advanced Technology and Projectsgroup which challenged us to create in-person customization experiences for low cost 3D printers.
The genesis of the project is discussed at length in The Making of Kinematics.
a tale of two apps
We are releasing two web-based applications: Kinematics and a simplified version called Kinematics
@ Home which is completely free to use.
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Nervous System – explorations in generative design andnatural phenomena » Blog Archive » The Making ofKinematics said at 1:04 pm on November 27th, 2013:
[...] of our projects start with a natural inspiration, but Kinematics emerged from a very
different perspective. This project started with a technical problem: how can [...]
Doug! said at 1:22 pm on November 27th, 2013:
What a great tool! I attempted to use it but I’m unable to download from the
Kinematics@Home designer. I’ve used three different browsers/PCs with no luck.
Kati Byrne said at 6:11 am on November 28th, 2013:
This is the next big thing after 3D printing or involving 3D printing! It’s soooo exciting. I
love it! Thank you so much for sharing some of your stunning designs. I have printed one
of your bracelets in several colours…
Hayashi said at 5:42 pm on November 29th, 2013:
Fantastic !!!!!!!!
Vashti said at 7:30 pm on December 1st, 2013:
This is amazing and futuristic.
Helmut Enslin said at 4:14 pm on December 27th, 2013:
This is what i was searching for months. a modular system to allow small prints on my
small 3d printer with a great effeciency
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