Shortly after class began, we learned how to use the laser cutter on our own so Oscar will not have to constantly cut designs for us. A few laser cutter safety tips that we were given included not jamming or touching the laser, use the buttons on the side to raise or lower the stage and move the laser, and use the plastic maker to properly adjust the height on the stage. Before printing we must preview the area we will cut and check the velocity and power. Different thicknesses and materials require different velocities and powers. Learning how to use the laser cutter is beneficial because now I can utilize the machine in the future outside of class.
Unfortunately, my first wooden prototype had to be cut five times before the shape came out. The initial velocity at 2 was too slow for the quarter inch piece of wood and the initial power at 75% was not enough. With Oscar's help I was able to cut my shape and find the proper velocity and power.
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| 1/4 in wood requires a power of 100% and a velocity of .7. |
As you can see from the image of the fixed sides, the dimensions are incorrect. The sides are too short to be connected. In addition to having short sides, I still have to find a solution to connect the fixed sides. I am currently thinking about using screws to attach the sides.
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