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Week 2

Assignments

  • [ ] Task 1: [Design and cut a sticker (or heat transfer) for your classroom/context that reflects your understanding of the maker mindset /maker movement in education.]
  • [ ] Task 2: [Document in your Learning Diary a description of the process and at least 2 photos]

Process

For this week assignment, I plan to make city stickers.

I used the YiTu cutting plotter. Below is an introduction to the machine.

YiTu Cutting Plotter MAX4 Servo Model — Specifications Overview

Specification Description Maximum Paper Feed Width 330 mm Maximum Cutting Width 330 mm Cutting Accuracy ±0.01 mm Repeatability 0.082 mm Max Linear Cutting Speed 1500 mm/s Maximum Cutting Force 1200 g Drive Type Servo Motor Drive Display LCD Screen Interface USB / USB Flash Drive / Serial Port Supported File Formats PLT, DXF, HPGL, etc. OS Compatibility Windows, partially compatible with macOS Standard Features Auto positioning, contour cutting, continuous cutting, kiss cutting Application Fields Heat transfer, signage, car decals, paper crafting, etc.

I created a city design by DOUBAO

I used the lasermaker to design.

Lastly, I used vinyl cutter to cut and produce the final piece. ![]{width=300px}(../images/%E5%BE%AE%E4%BF%A1%E5%9B%BE%E7%89%87_20251008143050_507_124.jpg)![]{width=300px}(../images/%E5%BE%AE%E4%BF%A1%E5%9B%BE%E7%89%87_20251008143107_511_124.jpg){width=300px}

Reflection

In this project, I not only improved my technical skills but also gained valuable hands-on experience through the process of design and production.

First, using doubao for the design helped me to become more familiar with using AI to get the design. By instructing the AI, I learned how to combine different elements creatively to create unique and expressive designs.

During the cutting process, operating the viny cutter gave me a deeper understanding of how to use the cutting machine, allowing me to adjust the slot width and design dimensions appropriately. This process helped me pay more attention to detail and precision, as it made me realize the relationship between design and actual manufacturing.

Overall, this project allowed me to become more familiar with the complete process from design to production and improved my hands-on and problem-solving skills. In future projects, I will continue to optimize the design and production process to achieve greater precision and efficiency.

Tools

  • Tools or software used
  • vinyl cutter / plotter
  • lasermaker（https://www.lasermaker.com.cn/）
  • 豆包 doubao（https://www.doubao.com/chat/create-image）
  • References or tutorials followed