Project 1: Shape

As the story may have suggested, the toy is a monstrous looking beast. There will be about 4 different parts: Head, Tail, Leg and Arm. I will probably try to use cubes for all 4 parts and create a symmetry once I am done.I may add smoothness, phong and bumps as the monster was supposed to be metallic.

I will mostly likely use a lot of extrusion as I will try to maintain a quadrilateral shape for the faces. Other aspects, such as beveling, may not be done. The model will be a challenge to do but I believe I can do it.

Project 1: Story

Feared by many for his menacing appearance, Aron was deeply saddened when other toys turned him away. Few truly knew him, a kind gentleman with a shell of a monster. The rat have been observing him, having plans for the kind monster. Hiring him, Aron played a huge role in the race, serving as the menacing monster who stood between the rat and the finish line. Though he is finally glad to be hired by someone, having his appearance abused once again saddened him within.

Week 3 Exercises

Making the bucket wasn't too tough, though tedious. Everything went smoothly with the instructions except for the Boolean > Difference portion of it, where I have to make holes for the connectors. Maya did not seem to be able to recognize the cylinder, instead creating a Boolean > Union. Hence, I was forced to skip the step. Regardless, it wasn't too hard and making the vase was rather quick, though not as neat as my bucket.

 The tracks were finished faster than the bucket and with the tutorial, I learned how to make my own model from a sketch. Initially, I thought bending the track requires the use of Vertex but I never imagined that it needs to revert to Animation mode. Unlike the bucket, no serious errors were encountered.

Just like the tracks, the washing board was done rather quickly and without any serious errors. The only true problem I had was the Align Tool, since I still not sure on how it is supposed to work. In the end, I had to manual align the pieces myself. Still, it turns out pretty similar to the intended model.

Week 4 E-learning

 Multi-tasking is a very common sight amongst students these days and I admit that I do multi-task at times. I would sometimes eat while playing a game, or listen to music while listening to my lecturer in class. Most of time, I do it so that I can accomplish several things at once, though not effectively. At other times, I multi-task to prevent myself from getting bored. Multi-tasking sometimes stress me out, however, as I usually have a hard time doing many things at once and I feel that I should try to avoid it if I can.
 

• Does multi-tasking give you a real or false sense of having accomplished something?

                No, I don’t feel any sense of accomplishment. I tend to panic when I was forced into multi-tasking because I know I will miss something important out. The only exception is when I listen to music, as music prevents me from getting dull. One ear listens to music while the other listens to the teacher.

• Is learning 3D and design different from learning programming, or is all learning the same?Why?

                It is more or less the same as it involves understanding the basics before going into the advanced stages, like learning the primitive shapes or the simple coding in Action Script. Both subjects also require full attention and a bit of common sense to properly understand it.

·         The article states that “Learning is actually a very complex operation for an individual”. Do you agree with this? Do you feel that you approach your learning in the best way – if yes, how, and if no, how can you change your work style?

            Yes I do agree. Yes, I do feel that I approach my learning the best way. I will generally try to listen as much as I can in class while avoiding distractions if I could. Outside class, I occasionally try out, in the case of IN3D, making some random models, do projects or simply read more about model making. I might even explore more, such as animation or colouring.

·         What are your thoughts about the last paragraph in the extract?

           I think that the paragraph makes sense as I personally have seen teams crumble in the past due to miscommunication or total lack of communication. Success cannot always be grasped alone and communicating with fellow teammates will make journey smoother and merrier. Communication also helps with our skills in speaking with strangers, especially in jobs where a client is involved.

·         Should your lecturers also focus on your work attitude, or just leave you to sink or swim on your own? Why?

            I think our lecturers should also focus on our work attitude. Some of us may find that annoying as it is similar to nagging or forcing a change but some of us tend to appreciate the attention we get. Hostility is more likely to occur if lecturers show little care for one’s work attitude and students can better understand their own problems when approached by a lecturer about their work attitude.

Week 2 Works

Week 1 Lab 2 Exercise

Original Model:

Primmy:

 Name: Vader

            In the wake of the recent wars, many men died and left widowed wives and orphaned children. Thus, many fathers were lost and the search for a replacement is virtually impossible. However, a team of scientists create a prototype robot created with the brain of fallen soldiers and the programming of several AIs.

            This first prototype, named Vader, became the first known robot which is capable of fathering a child and doing things which a father was known for doing. Many were fearful of Vader’s very advanced AI, which made it think like a typical humans; driven by emotions. However, throughout its lifespan, it remained a docile, peace-loving friend of men and when it eventually shut down, copies of it were built. In its legacy, many Vader models were built, taking over the role of father for most families affected by the war.

Companion Robot: TLH-247 (Tiny Little Helper 24-7)

Scanner blew up at the worst possible time. Made a 3D model of my sketch.