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architectural model making using a laser cutter
by：Transon
2020-09-03
Many things can be designed in 3D with the help of 3D modeling software such as Google Sketchup, a free 3D modeling program that is used by building students all over the world.
With the help of these projects, students in architecture can design detailed 3D buildings in an all-round way.
Despite the ability of powerful rendering programs (such as V-Ray)
Turning these virtual models into real-life rendered images often requires a physical model to present a potential client or professor.
Using software such as Autodesk AutoCAD, these models can be brought into the physical world at any desired scale.
This Instructure records the process of creating a physical model for the project I completed for the building school.
The design was developed in the early days using traditional drawing media, further designed in AutoCad and fully implemented in 3D using Sketchup.
After the design is completed, use V-
Ray, a Sketchup Plug-in, provides some realism for the design.
However, building a physical model is still a requirement.
By measuring the dimensions of the virtual surfaces inside Sketchup and then using AutoCAD to draw them in 2D, I was able to create physical objects/models from virtual objects/models using a laser cutter.
Each component of the model (
Each roof plane, exterior wall, ground plane, column, beam, etc. )
It was cut off and turned into a \"jigsaw puzzle \".
Then assemble each puzzle into the final model and stick it together.
This is the technique used by many architects and architecture students to speed up the process of making models.
With a laser cutter, you can cut hundreds of parts of any shape in any proportion in a few minutes.
I think this manual is an introduction to how to make physical models from 3D models that can benefit new building students who are not familiar with laser cutting or are not familiar with laser cutting, and those who are curious, they are interested in how the architecture types in the United States make models.
The degree of accuracy that can be achieved is really significant.
These images are the final physical model 3/32 \"scale.
Suitable size.
28 \"long x 18\" wide x 4 \"high note: This manual assumes an audience familiar with 3D modeling using Google Sketchup and 2D drawing using Autodesk AutoCAD.
It is not feasible to delve into how this is actually modeled in 3D, as this is a series of instructions that focus on the use of a single program.
Many tutorials can be found online.
Just enter the Google Sketchup tutorial and you\'ll be on your way.
This is a very easy program to learn.
This instructable simply records the process of converting the completed 3D model into a set of 2D drawings and final physical models.
These images are 3D models inside Sketchup, as well as some using V-
Ray and Photoshop
Even though these virtual images may be good, I still need a model for people to watch and hold in their hands.
I always model and draw across the board.
That said, when I simulate a wall, if it is made in real life, it will actually be 8\' higher, and I will draw the 8\' wall in the program.
Even if the scale of the model will reach 1/8, 1/8 of which represents 1.
This way, when I have drawings of full size, I can print/cut the model at any scale I want by changing the drawing scale.
With the dimension tool, you can quickly determine the length of each part.
Once drawn to the laser cutter, the work will be perfect no matter what scale I set (cutter)too.
You can set the scale to be cut in the drawing machine\'s properties, as shown in the final image.
Since the drawing is made in full scale, the drawing scale can be made no matter what the user wants.
Note: it is important to turn \"drawing with drawing style\" and \"drawing object line weight\", otherwise your cut will go wrong.
Here you can see some screen shots of other works drawn in 2D and I measured them in Sketchup.
The last picture is my \"base \".
This is one piece I use as a template for walls, pillars, etc. go.
Basically, the design plan drawn with CAD is blue, so it scored very low in my material.
I then use the floor plan as the layout for these works.
Because I did this, I didn\'t have to measure the position of each wall in the physical model because it was placed with a computer.
This can save a lot of time.
In base, you can see the entire site of the model.
You can also see some contours of the interior walls, exterior walls, parking belts in the parking lot (
Right there)
And where the external stairs will go.
The photos were taken after the ground floor and exterior walls were glued to the proper position and the interior floor was laid.
The white interior wall is not cut by laser, but by hand.
The image progresses from the first floor of the building to the second floor.
Using a small triangle to ensure that the pieces are aligned vertically helps ensure that the walls are straight, 90 degrees.
Use super glue gel that can be quickly installed without running, and can quickly place a few pieces in a minute.
If you do not cut in some order, it will take some time to figure out where each item is going.
However, you can look at your 3D model if you are stuck.
The last two photos show that the roof plane we measured is very good.
These images are the final complete physical model.
The material used for the model is gray cardboard and I applied a layer of refined flax seed oil on it.
You will notice a black metal appearance assembly that is not in the original 3D model.
These are hand cut and are actually basswood with paint/texture.
Acetate was used on hand-cut windows and painted bas wood was used on vertical frames.
Those are also cut by hand.
All in all, I have included some images for you to enjoy some of the models I made for this design project.
This is also a physical model made with a laser cutting machine.
About 18 \"long x 8\" wide x 6 \"high.
The material is white PVC foam, called Sintra plate, combined together using weldingOn.
Then I sprayed the whole model with white satin paint.
The model does not have a picture of its building, but it is made in the same way.
I made some sections with the same 3D model.
I then measured the generated parts and drew them in 2D, just like the final finished model.
With the help of these projects, students in architecture can design detailed 3D buildings in an all-round way.
Despite the ability of powerful rendering programs (such as V-Ray)
Turning these virtual models into real-life rendered images often requires a physical model to present a potential client or professor.
Using software such as Autodesk AutoCAD, these models can be brought into the physical world at any desired scale.
This Instructure records the process of creating a physical model for the project I completed for the building school.
The design was developed in the early days using traditional drawing media, further designed in AutoCad and fully implemented in 3D using Sketchup.
After the design is completed, use V-
Ray, a Sketchup Plug-in, provides some realism for the design.
However, building a physical model is still a requirement.
By measuring the dimensions of the virtual surfaces inside Sketchup and then using AutoCAD to draw them in 2D, I was able to create physical objects/models from virtual objects/models using a laser cutter.
Each component of the model (
Each roof plane, exterior wall, ground plane, column, beam, etc. )
It was cut off and turned into a \"jigsaw puzzle \".
Then assemble each puzzle into the final model and stick it together.
This is the technique used by many architects and architecture students to speed up the process of making models.
With a laser cutter, you can cut hundreds of parts of any shape in any proportion in a few minutes.
I think this manual is an introduction to how to make physical models from 3D models that can benefit new building students who are not familiar with laser cutting or are not familiar with laser cutting, and those who are curious, they are interested in how the architecture types in the United States make models.
The degree of accuracy that can be achieved is really significant.
These images are the final physical model 3/32 \"scale.
Suitable size.
28 \"long x 18\" wide x 4 \"high note: This manual assumes an audience familiar with 3D modeling using Google Sketchup and 2D drawing using Autodesk AutoCAD.
It is not feasible to delve into how this is actually modeled in 3D, as this is a series of instructions that focus on the use of a single program.
Many tutorials can be found online.
Just enter the Google Sketchup tutorial and you\'ll be on your way.
This is a very easy program to learn.
This instructable simply records the process of converting the completed 3D model into a set of 2D drawings and final physical models.
These images are 3D models inside Sketchup, as well as some using V-
Ray and Photoshop
Even though these virtual images may be good, I still need a model for people to watch and hold in their hands.
I always model and draw across the board.
That said, when I simulate a wall, if it is made in real life, it will actually be 8\' higher, and I will draw the 8\' wall in the program.
Even if the scale of the model will reach 1/8, 1/8 of which represents 1.
This way, when I have drawings of full size, I can print/cut the model at any scale I want by changing the drawing scale.
With the dimension tool, you can quickly determine the length of each part.
Once drawn to the laser cutter, the work will be perfect no matter what scale I set (cutter)too.
You can set the scale to be cut in the drawing machine\'s properties, as shown in the final image.
Since the drawing is made in full scale, the drawing scale can be made no matter what the user wants.
Note: it is important to turn \"drawing with drawing style\" and \"drawing object line weight\", otherwise your cut will go wrong.
Here you can see some screen shots of other works drawn in 2D and I measured them in Sketchup.
The last picture is my \"base \".
This is one piece I use as a template for walls, pillars, etc. go.
Basically, the design plan drawn with CAD is blue, so it scored very low in my material.
I then use the floor plan as the layout for these works.
Because I did this, I didn\'t have to measure the position of each wall in the physical model because it was placed with a computer.
This can save a lot of time.
In base, you can see the entire site of the model.
You can also see some contours of the interior walls, exterior walls, parking belts in the parking lot (
Right there)
And where the external stairs will go.
The photos were taken after the ground floor and exterior walls were glued to the proper position and the interior floor was laid.
The white interior wall is not cut by laser, but by hand.
The image progresses from the first floor of the building to the second floor.
Using a small triangle to ensure that the pieces are aligned vertically helps ensure that the walls are straight, 90 degrees.
Use super glue gel that can be quickly installed without running, and can quickly place a few pieces in a minute.
If you do not cut in some order, it will take some time to figure out where each item is going.
However, you can look at your 3D model if you are stuck.
The last two photos show that the roof plane we measured is very good.
These images are the final complete physical model.
The material used for the model is gray cardboard and I applied a layer of refined flax seed oil on it.
You will notice a black metal appearance assembly that is not in the original 3D model.
These are hand cut and are actually basswood with paint/texture.
Acetate was used on hand-cut windows and painted bas wood was used on vertical frames.
Those are also cut by hand.
All in all, I have included some images for you to enjoy some of the models I made for this design project.
This is also a physical model made with a laser cutting machine.
About 18 \"long x 8\" wide x 6 \"high.
The material is white PVC foam, called Sintra plate, combined together using weldingOn.
Then I sprayed the whole model with white satin paint.
The model does not have a picture of its building, but it is made in the same way.
I made some sections with the same 3D model.
I then measured the generated parts and drew them in 2D, just like the final finished model.
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