Surface Population: Wave
Concept
Sine waves are periodic and smooth oscillating functions commonly used in mathematics, physics, and various other fields to manipulate phenomena in motion. When visualizing the distribution of objects on a surface within Grasshopper, you might consider this figure as a model or analogy; amplitude and frequency can be analogous to the scale and density of elements populating a plane. I intend to design this object in such a way that transforms the concrete Ideals underpinning digital fabrication into an abstract yet material point-sign that evokes the free flow of creative energies.
Reference(s)
Waveform Diagram
Processes
The modeling process began with creating a surface inside Rhino 3D, sculpting it using control points to achieve the desired form, and offsetting it to give it thickness. Then, I utilized a Grasshopper definition to populate the surface — creating undulations across it — and 'baked' it back into Rhino. I then used primitive shapes to construct additional elements like the base and brackets, subsequently filleting the edges to enhance aesthetics and potentially improve functionality.
Deliverable(s)
Black Ghosted Image
Color Ghosted Image
Render w/2D Ortho
Render w/Details
Materials
The choice of materials was pivotal in actualizing my vision for this project. I selected polished ebony for the base, seeking to imbue the artifact with the complementary essences of equilibrium and growth and providing a stable physical foundation upon which the primary sculpture stands. Birch brackets hold the polished brass centerpiece in place, contrasting the darker substance constituting this piece's lower third.
Printed Model
Note: one of the columns broke upon removal of support material.
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