FLA Week 4: Making Music Box using Laser Cutter – SCOPES-DF

Lesson Details

Age Ranges
Standards
Fab-Safety.1, Fab-Fabrication.1, Fab-Design.1
Author

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Author

Chaik Haw Ren
K-12 teacher

Summary

Introduction of Digital Fabrication Tools to K-12 students by making music box using laser cutter. Understanding the concept of sound making from the music box by using the drum and the metal comb.

What You'll Need

1) 1 pc 800mm x 610mm 3mm thickness plywood

2) DIY mechanical hand crank metal music box movement part

3) Grade 240 sandpaper

4) Glue

The Instructions

Generate a 3D model using 3D modelling tools

Design a music box using 3D modelling tools, such as Fusion 360 software. Gather all the necessary items that are required to make up a music box. Get all the dimensions to design a music box so that the parts can be installed into the box.

1) Gather materials, such as DIY mechanical hand crank metal music box movement part, 3mm plywood, and other hand tools.

2) Measure the space required to house the required components.

3) Design the music box using 3D modelling software.