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This research project by the UW Design Machine Group focuses on the development of FlexM, a flexible construction kit for 3D modeling. Through investigation, discussion, and rapid prototyping, the project aims to create a computational building block system that enhances design capabilities. The kit includes parametric graphics, kinetic toys, CAD interfaces, and a flexible cube, among other components. The team also explores the use of physical, flexible, and wireless hubs to enable communication and programming between the different kit elements.
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Designing a Physical Construction Kit for 3D Modeling FlexM Markus Eng, Ken Camarata, Ellen Yi-Luen Do and Mark D. Gross Design Machine Group UW Department of Architecture
Outline FlexM Inspiration Related Projects Investigation Discussion UW Design Machine Group
Introduction Vision FlexM UW Design Machine Group
Introduction Inspiration FlexM Parametric Graphics Kinetic Toys CAD Interfaces UW Design Machine Group
Concept Model FlexM UW Design Machine Group
Concept Model FlexM Flexible Cube Cricket IR Web Browser UW Design Machine Group
Concept Model FlexM UW Design Machine Group
Related Projects FlexM Construction Kits Computationally Enhanced Construction Kit UW Design Machine Group
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Communication Physical Hub Programming Investigation Project Summary FlexM UW Design Machine Group
Investigation Project Summary FlexM UW Design Machine Group
Investigation Physical Hub FlexM Topology Geometry UW Design Machine Group
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Investigation Physical Hub Topology FlexM UW Design Machine Group
Investigation Physical Hub Geometry FlexM UW Design Machine Group
Investigation Flexible Hub FlexM UW Design Machine Group
Investigation Flexible Hub FlexM Flexible Hub HandyBoard Lisp Graphics UW Design Machine Group
Investigation Flexible Hub FlexM UW Design Machine Group
Investigation Wireless Hub FlexM BasicStamp Surelink RF Transceiver UW Design Machine Group
Investigation Wireless Hub FlexM Hub 2 Hub 1 Base Station UW Design Machine Group
Investigation Wireless Hub FlexM UW Design Machine Group
Rapid Prototyping Investigation FlexM UW Design Machine Group
Rapid Prototyping Investigation FlexM Rotational Potentiometer UW Design Machine Group
Discussion FlexM UW Design Machine Group