Final Project Expectations

You will design and build a prototype of an innovative urban transportation system, showcasing a creative application of Rube Goldberg machine principles.

You will work together to ensure seamless connections between segments, creating a cohesive and visually striking urban tapestry.

You will conduct thorough research on your chosen transportation modes, considering historical precedents, technological advancements, and potential future developments.

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Studio Skills

Iteration

Low-Fi Prototyping

Concept Development

Software Fluency

Critique

Storytelling

Hi-Fi Fabrication

Writing

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STUDIO BRIEF

Imagine a dynamic mosaic where each student's creation forms a vital segment of a larger transportation network. We embark on a collaborative journey to create a dynamic mosaic that represents an interconnected urban transportation network. Each student's creation will form a vital segment of this larger network, where the edge of their canvas seamlessly blends into the beginning of another's, ensuring continuous motion and fluidity. 

Students delve into the intricacies of their chosen transportation mode, whether it's futuristic vehicles powered by renewable energy or kinetic infrastructure that transforms sidewalks into energy generators. Yet, the challenge lies not only in crafting functional designs but in harmonizing them with neighboring pieces to forge a cohesive urban tapestry.

To inspire us to create fun and creative transportation option we're going to use

RUBE GOLDBERG MACHINES

A Rube Goldberg machine is a fun invention that performs a simple task in a complicated—and often humorous—way, using a chain reaction.

What is a Rube Goldberg Machine?

A diagram is a drawing that communicates a specific, often complex, idea or concept through abstraction. Commonly this is done though the loss of detail or photo-realistic aspects.

WHAT IS A DIAGRAM?

STORY DIAGRAM

USE DIAGRAM

TECHNICAL DIAGRAM

MECHANICAL DIAGRAM

How we understand it

How we interact with it

How it works

How it moves

TYPES OF DIAGRAMS

STORY DIAGRAM

In almost all cases, the precedents will do something over time. This could be due to their own behaviors or because of how other things interact with it. Think about how you would, in words, describe this process. In each of these rectangles draw one time step of the behavior.

The memory of picking blueberries in meadow in Iceland.

Time would pass, you might no longer be in contact with that person.

But if they are somewhere with that same scent, the memories will come back of that original wearer.

Capturing the memory in scent.

People you encounter everyday form connection between scent and wearer.

Template

USE DIAGRAM

Give your precedent a shot with the strategies discussed such as: Arrows, colors, labels.

TECHNICAL DIAGRAM

Notice how these examples deconstruct the object to show the individual elements. These elements are then connected with a dashed line. Take creative license to show what YOU as the author of the diagram see as a possibility of how it works.

MECHANICAL DIAGRAM

MECHANICAL DIAGRAM

MECHANICAL DIAGRAM

A diagram is a drawing that communicates a specific, often complex, idea or concept through abstraction. Commonly this is done though the loss of detail or photo-realistic aspects.

WHAT IS A DIAGRAM?

STORY DIAGRAM

USE DIAGRAM

TECHNICAL DIAGRAM

MECHANICAL DIAGRAM

How we understand it

How we interact with it

How it works

How it moves

TYPES OF DIAGRAMS

STORY DIAGRAM

In almost all cases, the precedents will do something over time. This could be due to their own behaviors or because of how other things interact with it. Think about how you would, in words, describe this process. In each of these rectangles draw one time step of the behavior.

The memory of picking blueberries in meadow in Iceland.

Time would pass, you might no longer be in contact with that person.

But if they are somewhere with that same scent, the memories will come back of that original wearer.

Capturing the memory in scent.

People you encounter everyday form connection between scent and wearer.

Template

USE DIAGRAM

Give your precedent a shot with the strategies discussed such as: Arrows, colors, labels.

TECHNICAL DIAGRAM

Notice how these examples deconstruct the object to show the individual elements. These elements are then connected with a dashed line. Take creative license to show what YOU as the author of the diagram see as a possibility of how it works.

MECHANICAL DIAGRAM

MECHANICAL DIAGRAM

MECHANICAL DIAGRAM

WHAT WE ARE DOING

WHY WE ARE DOING IT

generate initial ideas about their concept in the form of sketches, collaboratively writing a project thesis statement and developing a project name 

to solidify your idea and arrive at a conceptual direction

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Settle on 2-3 concepts that encompasses your project design and sketch multiple drawings of each concept.

Share your sketches with the people you are sharing the puzzle with. Give each other feedback and suggest ways you might connect each piece together.

Go through the slides and learn about creating a project thesis. Then, create a project thesis for each idea you might have.

Then, start brainstorming ways to name your different project ideas. Use the tips from the slides to help you decide.

Compile your sketches with their project thesis and titles on a slide show. Then, share with your class.

When writing an essay, a thesis statement is a sentence that states the topic and purpose of your writing. A good thesis statement will direct the structure of your essay and will allow your reader to understand the ideas you will discuss within your paper.

A thesis statement for a creative project serves a similar purpose. This statement will guide your research and prototyping throughout the creative process.

EXAMPLE PROJECT THESIS

The Ascendoskeleton is an exohand that assists users in the climbing of vertical surfaces such as cliffs and trees through the use of velco-like metal claws. The Ascendoskeleton is inspired by the climbing abilities of spider legs.  

Ascendoskeleton

EXAMPLE PROJECT THESIS

WaterWear is a rain collection and storage device that is designed for a future of extreme water scarcity due to climate change. The device is worn on the body at all times so water can always be collected when available and used when needed. 

WaterWear

THESIS QUESTIONS

What is it?

How does it work?

What inspired the design?

Why is it needed?

Answer the most important of these questions for your specific project. 

Speak in the "third person". Do not use the words "I" or "you" in your thesis statement. 

PROJECT NAME GENERATOR

It is easier to write a thesis statement for your project once you have chosen a project name. 

Here is one technique for coming up with many name options to choose from. 

Project Theme 1

Project Theme 2

Possible Project Names

Water 

Hydro

Liquid

Rain

Dry 

Pack

Collector 

Wear

Camel

 

Suit

Water Pack

Water Wear 

Water Suit

Hydro Wear 

Hydro Pack 

Rain Collector 

Rain Camel 

Rain Wear 

Defining the thesis of your project is an important step. It may take multiple drafts to get it right. This thesis can evolve over the course of the design process. Ask others to critique your words. 

The Climbclaw is an attachment that helps users in climbing things like spiderman. It is made out of cardboard and has spikes. 

exohand

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things?

what would the final materials be?