This "log entry" describes the deliberate design choices I will (try) to adhere to while I expand on this project.
Practical Engineering Choices
- Consistent Spacing from the Center of Mounting Points
- Vertical distance between mounting holes is 25mm
- Horizontal distance between mounting holes is 25mm or 50m
- Horizontal distance between mounting holes and the 'side' of a module SHOULD be divisible by 5
- The goal is to facilitate accessories and modules to connect across multiple modules
- Minimize Support Material
- Parts will be designed to minimize the need for support material
- M3 Hex Machine Screws as standard connectors
- Various lengths and head styles may be used
- Visible Screw heads are part of the aesthetic design
- M3 Heat-Set Inserts as standard
- 4mm depth as standard
Artistic Style Choices
- Screw Heads will be visible, and are considered part of the artistic design
- Hexagonal Access Ports and "Speed Holes"
- Where necessary to include holes and slots, a hexagon should be used
- A flat surface of the hexagon should be parallel to the bottom of the component
- The sides of a hexagon can be arbitrarily stretched to meet the practical engineering need of a hole or slot
- Where necessary to include holes and slots, a hexagon should be used
Practical Concessions
These are some practical choices I've made that may be sub-optimal, but should be acknowledged as tested and considered.
- Flat sides for Modular Interfaces
- The sides of a part that are compatible with other modular components should be parallel or perpendicular to the normal.
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