Hello, everyone.

This is Enta.

I've been working on something new again lately.

My process is to start by imagining... lol (People tend to think I'm just spacing out.)

Then, I write it out roughly by hand.

I'll go over that handwritten note in more detail, bit by bit.

For example, you can use a ruler to get a sense of the size, or spread your hands to show “about this much” and then measure it on a scale.

Doing this will help you get a clearer picture of things.

 

Then, we'll transfer that into a 2D drawing.

It's what's commonly known as 2D CAD. If you have a fairly solid idea of what you want, you can convert it to 3D right away, but,

Since proportions will become important down the line, it’s easier in the long run to establish them firmly in 2D.

When editing in 3D, you can easily make small changes even if you decide you want to tweak something. However, getting it right from the start is crucial.

 

Next up is 3D editing.

Actually, if you have a solid foundation in 2D, it’s easy to create something of a certain quality.

That was just the norm before 3D CAD became widespread!

That makes you wonder, "Why do we even need to create it in 3D?"

Since we create the design based on actual dimensions, it's easy to check for things like interference or dimensional mismatches.

And you can quickly make prototypes using a 3D printer. (The photo above is a failed attempt, lol.) I have tons of these, lol.

I don't usually use a 3D printer unless the design is really complex, but it is convenient.

Also, since it's hard to convey the assembly process in 2D,

It's really handy that you can show people what the final 3D result will look like.

In my case, I sketch in 2D, then in 3D—and since I want to get a feel for it right away, I make a 3D model (the “D” stands for cardboard, lol).

This should give you a general idea of the vibe, and we'll finalize the production method and material selection around this point.

Since making changes later is quite easy when you create the design in 3D CAD, it’s okay to make as many mistakes as you want at this stage.

When I make them out of cardboard, they turn out pretty rough, lol.

I make models out of cardboard when I'm having trouble visualizing a 3D image.

I guess that just shows my imagination and creative skills aren't up to par, lol.

 

I think this is how things in the world come into being.

If you think of even unnecessary things as serving to highlight the things you need, you’ll come to appreciate the value of your possessions.

So, I guess that means there's nothing wasted, huh? lol

 

See you later.

P.S. If this development goes well, it might end up in your hands lol