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I mean that image of the 'before/after 'topological optimization' seems like a poor analogy. >confirming that our intuitive preference for “straight line” desi
by dugditches 7y ago
I mean that image of the 'before/after 'topological optimization' seems like a poor analogy.
>confirming that our intuitive preference for “straight line” designs has nothing to do with performance
As the first is made to be made because of its 'straight lines'. You can see the welds and logic in it, as something easily made.
While the second is something only achievable via 3D-Metal printing or possibly very complex 5 axis CNC.
- Ensorceled 7y agoThat's the first thing that struck me as well; a person like my dad (a retired blacksmith), could make the first one ...
- Aengeuad 7y agoIt's for that reason that I consider the first one to be the more efficient and 'chaotic' design despite the straight lines. It's optimised for production, repair or replacement in the field using nothing but metal stock, a welder, saw, and a drill, or indeed can be manufactured by hand by a blacksmith. It screams form over function.