Computational Fabrication

Set-In-Stone: Worst-Case Optimization of Structures Weak in Tension

An asymmetric-strength-aware worst-case optimization of architectural-scale structures, tailored for manufacturing using large-scale binder jetting technologies.

Metasilicone: Design and Fabrication of Composite Silicone with Desired Mechanical Properties

A method for designing and fabricating MetaSilicones — composite silicone rubbers that exhibit desired macroscopic mechanical properties.

Spin-It: Optimizing Moment of Inertia for Spinnable Objects

An algorithm to generate designs for spinning objects by optimizing rotational dynamics properties.

A Computational Design Tool for Compliant Mechanisms

A computational tool for designing compliant mechanisms.

Balancing 3D Models with Movable Masses

An algorithm to balance 3D printed models using movable embedded masses.

DefSense: Computational Design of Customized Deformable Input Devices

A technique to automate the internal routing of piezoresistive sensing elements to make 3D printed objects aware of their deformation state.

LinkEdit: Interactive Linkage Editing using Symbolic Kinematics

A method for the interactive editing of planar linkages.

Spin-It: Optimizing Moment of Inertia for Spinnable Objects

An algorithm to generate designs for spinning objects by optimizing rotational dynamics properties.

Fabricating Articulated Characters from Skinned Meshes

A method that estimates a fabricatable single-material model that approximates the 3D kinematics of a skinned virtual character in a piecewise linear manner.

Design and Fabrication of Materials with Desired Deformation Behavior

A data-driven process for designing and fabricating materials with desired deformation behavior.