Self-supporting Models

For this assignment we were to create renders of single perimeter, self-supporting models. The purpose was to start thinking about how structures can support themselves, which is important when 3D printing. Designing self-supporting structures requires close attention to the way curves and edges are constructed as they can cause the structure to collapse when printed. Contrasting previous assignments, we were to use commands to create a curved hollow form. While creating my structures I used the commands to manipulate the angles and curves, aiming for an aesthetically interesting self-supporting structure.  I found that creating a structure that supports itself is a lot more difficult, as you really have to analyze what could out your design at risk. A few of my designs could potentially be disastrous due to angles or curves.