Process Journal 2

11th January 2010

In the course of today’s lesson, I used a jigsaw to cut out my base piece from a big slab of

pinewood. Firstly, I rechecked my measurements, so that it was accurate and made sure that I

didn’t make any mistakes. Secondly, I used a jigsaw to cut out the base. First of all, when using a

Jigsaw, I made sure that I had safety goggles. Then while using a Jigsaw, one should always watch

where the blade is cutting and should not cut sharp bends or turns, also another point to watch

when switching off a Jigsaw, wait till the blade has stopped moving before lifting it and place it

on its side when resting it on a bench.

During today’s lesson, I think that my performance was mediocre and that didn’t do

enough during the lesson, and that I could have achieved more in a double period.

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Process Journal 3

17th January 2011

For the duration of this double period, I marked out the outline of my drawer

on a piece of plywood, using a tri-square and a rule to get accurate

measurements,and asked for some feedback from Mr. Anderson about how the

handle of the drawer shall be made and fitted (see drawing).Using a piece of

pinewood, I marked out thehandle which was (measurement). When making the

drawer, the measurements were wrong. The drawer is suppose to be 180mm

with a addition of 70mm so that when it is slide out to be used as a mouse pad,

it would be stable and wouldn’t flop. As I cut out the piece that was marked

wrong, I had to measure the piece again. This could have been avoided if I had

made sure that I had marked right, or listened properly.

During this lesson, I don’t think that I did my best. I think that I could have

worked harder an put more effort. Instead of only marking out the pieces, I

could have cut out pieces.

Process Journal 4

18th January 2011

In the course of this lesson, I filled the sides of my base piece (using a flat file) and

marked out where the handle shall be placed on the drawer and where the drawer shall be

placed on the base (using a tri-square and a rule). I filled 2 sides of my base, when it was

suggested to use a – to round the edges, that was when I realized that there shall be

sponge on both sides of the base, and that rounding the edges shan’t be necessary. So I

carried on to mark out the handle placement and the drawer placement, using a tri-square

and a rule. After marking, I used a flat file and file the sides of the drawer but as time

was running out, we had to pack up and leave for lunch.

During this lesson, I felt very accomplished because I feel that I did sufficient things during

the double period.

Sanding the sharp edges

21st January 2011

During this lesson, I sanded off the sharp edges of my drawer and completed a artifact

reflection for my wikispace. During the 1st period, I finished an artifact reflection to place it

in my wikispace. The artifact reflection was based on my process journals, and how I

reflected on the work that I have done in the workshop.

During the 2nd period, I used a flat file to sand of the sharp edges. Sanding off sharp edges

of the project is essential, because sharp edges can be dangerous to the user. By using a flat

file and by moving it in a specific motion, the sharp edges can be rounded off.

Today, I think that I have done a good job at rounding the edges, but I felt that I could

have achieved more than just rounding the edges today. I think that if I had done the filing

quick, I could have done more.

I think that my learner profile for today was Human ingenuity, as through the help with

equipment and machines, it

For next lesson, I will have to finish rounding the edges, and glue the handle onto the

drawer.

Screwing the Drawer Handle 28th January 2011

Using a Portable Power Router

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Chisel

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Cutting out the drawer holder

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Routering the sides of my base

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Rounding and Sanding the sharp edges

Sanding and Using Lazerpan (Transfer paper)

Measuring and Marking

During this lesson, Mr. Anderson suggested using triangular timber sticks instead of sponge. I

think that it was a good idea, as it would be sturdy and also help with cooling the computer. I

used a tri-square and a rule to measure and mark out the measurements of 280mm on the

triangular timber. Once the triangular sticks have been cut out, I shall glue and nail the timber

sticks down, and sand the sharp edges down.

Emotions:

During this lesson, I felt content with what I did this lesson, and how we found a different way

to cool the computer instead of using sponge.

Learner Profile:

I think that my learner profile for today was thinker, as it relates to figuring out how to cool the

computer instead of using sponge.

What to do next:

Cut out the triangular pieces

Measuring & Marking, Cutting, Disk sanding and Rounding 18th March 2011

What I Did

I started out the lesson, finishing off measuring and marking out the triangular timber pieces.

After using a tri-square and a rule to accurately mark out the measurements, I used a gent saw

and a bench hook to cut out a total of 8 pieces. Following on from cutting out the pieces, I

proceeded to use a coin to mark out a curved edges on all the pieces. By doing that, I shall have

a perfectly round edge. Then, wearing a pair of safety goggles and using a disk sander, I began to

round the edges, by doing that I would have a rounded end. After rounding the end, I used a flat

head file, garnet paper and a sanding block to round the edges, so that the user shall not be hurt

in anyway.

Why

I started out the lesson measuring and marking, so that the measurements would be accurate and

I wouldn’t make any mistakes. I used a bench hook so the timber pieces would be sturdy, and

wouldn’t move when I used a gent saw to cut the timbe3r pieces. After, I used a coin to mark

the curved edges, so that I would have an exact round edge. I then moved on to use the disk

sander, I wore safety goggles so that I wouldn’t get any sand dust in my eyes and I made sure

that I didn’t have my fingers anywhere close to the turning disk. I then used a flat-head file,

garnet paper and a sanding block to round the edges, so that the corners of the timber aren’t

sharp and wouldn’t harm the user.

Connection to Biomimicry and Gantt Chart

I’m using triangular timber, so to create a raised texture on the top of the computer stand, so

that it relates to Biomimicry. My product is related to the ants, because Ant have air scoops on

their back to cool them down, and by using that idea, I want to include it in my computer stand

to cool down the computer.

Emotions:

During this lesson, I felt pleased with the amount of work I got done during the period, because

I am closer to the end of the project.

Learner Profile:

I think that my learner profile for today was Human Ingenuity, because I am creating the project.

What to do next:

Continue to round the remaining edges of the triangular timber.

Sanding and Rounding 21st March 2011

During this lesson, I finished rounding off the sharp edges of all the triangular timber. I used a

flat file, garnet paper and a sanding block. I used two types of garnet paper, one to remove the

sharp edges, and the second to smoothen out the surface of the wood.

Why

I sanded all the sharp edges with a flat file, garnet paper and a sanding block, this is a safety

precaution for the user, so that when used, the product wouldn't cause any harm to the user.

Emotions:

During this lesson, I felt accomplished as I finish sanding down the sharp edges, and I’m closer

to finishing my product

Connection to Biomimicry

I’m using triangular timber, so to create a raised texture on the top of the computer stand, so

that it relates to Biomimicry. My product is related to the ants, because Ant have air scoops on

their back to cool them down, and by using that idea, I want to include it in my computer stand

to cool down the computer.

Learner Profile:

I think that my learner profile for today was Human Ingenuity, because I am creating the project.

What to do next:

Finish off sanding down the sharp edges and glue and screw the triangular timber to the base.

Sanding the sharp edges.

During this lesson, I started out marking out where the triangular timber shall be placed, using a

tri-square and a rule. I finished rounding off the sharp edges of all the triangular timber. I used a

flat file, garnet paper and a sanding block. I used two types of garnet paper, one to remove the

sharp edges, and the second to smoothen out the surface of the wood.

Why

By using a tri-square and a rule I can accurately mark out where the triangular timber shall be

placed. I sanded all the sharp edges with a flat file, garnet paper and a sanding block, this is a

safety precaution for the user, so that when used, the product wouldn't cause any harm to the

user.

Emotions:

During this lesson, I felt accomplished as I finish sanding down the sharp edges, and I’m closer

to finishing my product

Connection to Biomimicry

I’m using triangular timber, so to create a raised texture on the top of the computer stand, so

that it relates to Biomimicry. My product is related to the ants, because Ant have air scoops on

their back to cool them down, and by using that idea, I want to include it in my computer stand

to cool down the computer.

Learner Profile:

I think that my learner profile for today was Human Ingenuity, because I am creating the project.

What to do next:

Glue and nail the triangular piece down

In this picture, I am using a tri-square

and a rule to markout where the

triangular timber shall be placed. Using a

tri-square and a rule is essential to getting

a accurate marking.

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During this lesson, I started gluing the triangular timber and nailing them down. I used PVA

(polyvinyl acetate) glue. I first check where each and every triangular timber was placed, then

lined the bottom of the triangular timber with glue. I then continued to place the timber on its

respective place and used a wet cloth to wipe off any excess glue. I the repeated the process to

the other triangular timber. Following the gluing of the timber, I used nails to secure the timber

to the base. The nails I used to nail down the triangular timber was 20mm long, I didn’t want it

to be too long, so that it would go through the base and nail into the drawer. I used a rubber

mallet to hit the nails in at a 45 degree angle into the triangular timber

Why

By using PVA (polyvinyl acetate) glue, I could take a step to securing the timber properly onto

the base, and by nailing it down, I would be sure that the timber is securely on the base, and

wouldn’t fall off or move from its place.

Emotions:

During this lesson, I felt accomplished as I am close to finishing my project.

Connection to Biomimicry

I’m using triangular timber, so to create a raised texture on the top of the computer stand, so

that it relates to Biomimicry. My product is related to the ants, because Ant have air scoops on

their back to cool them down, and by using that idea, I want to include it in my computer stand

to cool down the computer.

Learner Profile:

I think that my learner profile for today was Human Ingenuity, because I am creating the project.

What to do next:

Continue to nail the triangular piece down

Nailing and Wood filling

During this lesson, I continued to nail the triangular timber down. By doing this, the triangular

timber would be secure, and wouldn’t budge. Mr. Anderson suggested to place rubber on the

triangular timber, so that the computer doesn’t move around as much, as the surface of the

triangular timber is slippery. It was an aspect to think about. After nailing down the triangular

timber, I continued to use a Nail punch, so that the nails are below the surface of the wood, then

I used a light colored wood filler to fill up the holes

Why

By nailing down the triangular timber, this way it makes sure it is secure and firm. Placing rubber

on the triangular timber would increase the friction between the computer and the wood, thus

making it less likely to slip around. By using a nail punch, it makes sure that the nail wouldn’t be

on the surface of the wood and I can fill the hole up with wood filler would make the surface

smooth.

Connection to Biomimicry

This is a picture of an ant, the air

scoops on the back are related to

my project as I want to incorporate

it so that I can cool my computer.

After I finish with the triangular

timber, I will paint it blue-black so

to show the color of the ant.

Emotions:

During this lesson, I felt accomplished as I am close to finishing my project.

Learner Profile:

I think that my learner profile for today was thinker, because I thought about using a nail punch

so that the wood surface would be smooth.

What to do next:

Continue wood filling the holes