Stage 2: Development

So yes I went with the rock chair idea and pushed it further.

In terms of manufacturing, I tried consulting the CSIRO but no response received... so I searched around online and found a process called RPM (rubber/plastic moulding) that 3D prints urethane masters which is then used as the mould for casting molten magnesium. This could be the alternative to my unprecedented FDM rapid prototype technique if it isn't considered feasible.

Anyway, here's my poster

Photos of my very drafty sketch model made out of paper card

Plus a random sintered / stereolithographed model and 2 very lovely lamps


I think my challenge now is to make a final 'exquisite' model. Rina pointed out the thin edges that could be quite uncomfortable for people behind the knee joint - so will need to perhaps add cushion / contemplate in regards to the rubber netting and how I should attach it to the magnesium frame.