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Research Residency

A two-week design exploration at QUT's School of Design

SOFTWARES & TOOLS USED

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RoboDK

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Substance

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Maya

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3D Print & Scan

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Fusion 360

In early February 2024, I had the incredible opportunity to join a group of fellow students and alumni from the Dubai Institute of Design & Innovation for a transformative two-week research residency at the Queensland University of Technology's Creative Industries Precinct in Brisbane. Immersed in a dynamic environment, we delved into a multitude of design realms, from exploring Design for Health and prosthetics to engaging with robotics and additive manufacturing.During the residency, we had the privilege of visiting industry hubs like the ARMHub and BMW+QUT design academy, where we gained invaluable insights into real-world developments and career pathways within the design field. Conversations with experienced professionals further illuminated the future of design and the vast opportunities that lie ahead.

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Aesthetics for prosthetics


The project aimed to convert a UR10 robot into a 3D printer by attaching a custom nozzle. My role involved designing and orienting the nozzle, ensuring its proper attachment within RoboDK. This included synchronizing the nozzle with the robot's movements and investigating standalone control mechanisms. The goal was to optimize the printing process while considering factors like material efficiency and structural integrity.

UR10 robot

Cobotics


The project aimed to convert a UR10 robot into a 3D printer by attaching a custom nozzle. My role involved designing and orienting the nozzle, ensuring its proper attachment within RoboDK. This included synchronizing the nozzle with the robot's movements and investigating standalone control mechanisms. The goal was to optimize the printing process while considering factors like material efficiency and structural integrity.

Acknowledgements

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I would like to extend my heartfelt appreciation to the academic leadership, professors, research specialists, senior lecturers, and PhD students at QUT who contributed and guided us through this programme:

Academic Leadership

  • Lisa Scharoun

  • Evonne Miller


Professors and Research Specialists

  • Marianella Chamorro-Koc

  • Jonathan Roberts

  • Marcus Foth

  • Greg Hearn

  • Rafael Gomez

  • Markus Rittenbruch

  • Tiziana Ferrero-Regis


Senior Lecturers and Educators

  • Tim Lindgren

  • Levi Swann

  • Jeremy Kerr

  • Nicole Vickery

  • Chris Koch

Research and PhD Candidates

  • Mohammad Faramarzian

  • Ahmed Sakr

  • Anthony Franze

  • Hamidreza Rafizadeh

  • Thomas Long


Industry and Strategic Partnerships

  • Cori Stewart

  • Chetana Andary

  • Ann-Maree Willet

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