Roman Hunt: Week 10: Waffles

For this project, I wanted to reuse a model I had already created in order to get a feel for the extent to which the waffle cutting process could be applied to geometry not created with it in mind. Given that this was my first time using the process, I also thought it best to use a relatively simple foundation that could be easily sliced and assembled. Ultimately, I went with a lighthouse that I made last semester; after consulting with Professor Scott, I further simplified the model, reworking the upper section to the point that the model now feels more like a tower or skyscraper.

As I recall, the methods used to create the original model were fairly straightforward. I began with a cube and scaled it to get the basic shape before adding and working with edge loops and extrusions to refine the form. The light and roof of the lighthouse were separate pieces of geometry.

When selecting materials in Keyshot, I decided to use a combination of worn metal and stone, giving the impression that the structure was made of several different elements and was somewhat rugged from age.

Original lighthouse model

Simplified model (left) and waffle sliced model (right)

Laser cutting board layout

Keyshot Render A

Keyshot Render B

Assembled Model