07.02 Cardboard Laser Cut Assembly Assignment

Assignment Deliverables

1. Laser cut and assembled 3D from from MakeSlice
   • Bring physical cut and assembled form in (cardboard, acrylic, or plywood)
2. Exported Assembly Video from MakeSlice
   • Download assembly video
   • Label file YYYY-MM-DD Lastname Firstname MakeSlice Video (.mp4)

Assignment Overview

Laser Cutting is often limited to flat patterns or simple 3D shapes but it does not have to be. MakeSlice can stake a 3D STL or OBJ mesh and “slice” it into interlocking, stacked, or finger joint box pieces for laser cutting and 3D assembly.

Process

1. Select an STL or OBJ mesh object
2. Upload the mesh to MakeSlice
3. Choose a construction method
4. Enter material thickness and select multiple thicknesses if using different materials
5. Download cut files and assembly instructions packet
6. Download assembly video
7. Cut out and assemble object
8. Bring object to class

Assignment Resources

Epilog Fusion 36 Cardboard Cutting Settings

1. Select the Vector Mat Board Cutting Preset
2. Adjust the Speed to 60%
3. Adjust the Power to 65%
4. Test for complete through cuts without burning
5. Adjust parameters up and down as need for your cardboard thickness

Grading Rubric