I slimmed down the design and added shallow cleats that I sized for orthodontic elastic bands. I picked these because they were inexpensive, durable, and could withstand being stretched to their limit a few times without breaking.
I cut a few test covers, and they looked amazing. The elastic bands were prone to slipping off, but I will redesign the cleats to hold them securely.
I made several iterations of the design, and I hope that they will work well enough to keep the jimmy hidden between the wooden slats without hiding the graphics engraved in the wood. Some still used the cleat design, albeit deeper than before, while some used notches instead.
I cut the four new designs and added some experimental text to demonstrate how different line weights look when engraved with the laser. Next, I will test the keychains.
I drafted several new designs for the JimmyBadge keychains, including capsules, computer keycaps, circles, and feathers. After seeing a suggestion for a "Time" theme on the forum, I drafted a simple clock face and designed small clocks to fit the keychain. I also made a second circle keychain with thicker letters and avoided cutting a circle in the middle.
We talked about Gurren Lagann with Todd Black, who was promoting Tokyo Blade Detectives. Check out the promo video on his Kickstarter, if nothing else. The majority of the show focused on the problematic aspects of Gurren Lagann, but we took a moment to acknowledge the good things it brought to the table.
The rest of the summary posts have been arranged by date.
First time here?
Completed projects from year 1
Completed projects from year 2
Completed projects from year 3
Completed projects from year 4
Completed projects from year 5
Completed projects from year 6
Completed projects from year 7
Completed projects from year 8
Completed projects from year 9
Completed projects from year 10
Completed projects from year 11
Completed projects from year 12
Disclaimer for http://24hourengineer.blogspot.com and 24HourEngineer.com
This disclaimer must be intact and whole. This disclaimer must be included if a project is distributed.
All information on this blog, or linked by this blog, is not to be taken as advice or solicitation. Anyone attempting to replicate, in whole or in part, is responsible for the outcome and procedure. Any loss of functionality, money, property, or similar, is the responsibility of those involved in the replication.
All digital communication regarding the email address 24hourengineer@gmail.com becomes the intellectual property of Brian McEvoy. Any information contained within these messages may be distributed or retained at the discretion of Brian McEvoy. Any email sent to this address, or any email account owned by Brian McEvoy, cannot be used to claim property or assets.
Comments to the blog may be utilized or erased at the discretion of the owner. No one posting may claim property or assets based on their post.
This blog, including pictures and text, is copyright to Brian McEvoy.
 |
| Slim design meant for elastic bands |
I cut a few test covers, and they looked amazing. The elastic bands were prone to slipping off, but I will redesign the cleats to hold them securely.
 |
| Cut, engraved and assembled |
I made several iterations of the design, and I hope that they will work well enough to keep the jimmy hidden between the wooden slats without hiding the graphics engraved in the wood. Some still used the cleat design, albeit deeper than before, while some used notches instead.
 |
| Designs for elastic bands |
I cut the four new designs and added some experimental text to demonstrate how different line weights look when engraved with the laser. Next, I will test the keychains.
 |
| REV2 designs rendered in wood |
I drafted several new designs for the JimmyBadge keychains, including capsules, computer keycaps, circles, and feathers. After seeing a suggestion for a "Time" theme on the forum, I drafted a simple clock face and designed small clocks to fit the keychain. I also made a second circle keychain with thicker letters and avoided cutting a circle in the middle.
 |
| Six decorations |
We talked about Gurren Lagann with Todd Black, who was promoting Tokyo Blade Detectives. Check out the promo video on his Kickstarter, if nothing else. The majority of the show focused on the problematic aspects of Gurren Lagann, but we took a moment to acknowledge the good things it brought to the table.
Critical Affection: Gurren Lagann (1:27)
The rest of the summary posts have been arranged by date.
First time here?
Completed projects from year 1
Completed projects from year 2
Completed projects from year 3
Completed projects from year 4
Completed projects from year 5
Completed projects from year 6
Completed projects from year 7
Completed projects from year 8
Completed projects from year 9
Completed projects from year 10
Completed projects from year 11
Completed projects from year 12
Disclaimer for http://24hourengineer.blogspot.com and 24HourEngineer.com
This disclaimer must be intact and whole. This disclaimer must be included if a project is distributed.
All information on this blog, or linked by this blog, is not to be taken as advice or solicitation. Anyone attempting to replicate, in whole or in part, is responsible for the outcome and procedure. Any loss of functionality, money, property, or similar, is the responsibility of those involved in the replication.
All digital communication regarding the email address 24hourengineer@gmail.com becomes the intellectual property of Brian McEvoy. Any information contained within these messages may be distributed or retained at the discretion of Brian McEvoy. Any email sent to this address, or any email account owned by Brian McEvoy, cannot be used to claim property or assets.
Comments to the blog may be utilized or erased at the discretion of the owner. No one posting may claim property or assets based on their post.
This blog, including pictures and text, is copyright to Brian McEvoy.
Comments
Post a Comment