Sound Machine
A reconstructed paper-tearing device.
Based off the design prompt “make a device which makes a noise”, my partner Claire and I ideated which grating and satisfying noises we could incorporate into a user-centered device that balanced play and purpose.
Skills:
Laser cutting (plywood and acrylic)
C++
Adobe Illustrator
Wood shop operations
Material interfacing
The Process
The Final Product
Top view
Acrylic rail closeup
Bottom container interior structure and weighted steel block
Laser cut plywood and acrylic top interface
Product demo: lifting top container to open
Product demo: tearing paper in half
Product demo: tearing paper in half
Product demo: tearing paper in half