3D sampling textures for creative design and manufacturing

Abstract

3D sampling is a robust new strategy for exploring and creatng designs. 3D textures are sampled and mixed almost like music to create new multfunctional surfaces and material microstructures (Figure 1). This paper presents several design cases performed using 3D sampling techniques, demonstratng how they can be used to explore and enhance product ideas, variations, and functions in subtle and responsive ways. In each case, design variations are generated and their mechanical behavior is evaluated against performance criteria using computational simulation or empirical testng. This work aims to promote creatvity and discovery by introducing irregular geometric structures within trial-and-error feedback loops.