ATTEMPT #2

meshmixer:

The second attempt focuses on a quarter of the original mouse 

model. Again the form can be roughly defined by 4 curves. 

123dMake:

The model is scaled up twice the original dimensions.

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structural stability:

Orthogonal intersecting planes can be structurally unstable.In this case the structure is

weak against sheer force applied. Whereas the waffle structure is sit upright, it is well

supported against sheer forces.

model assembly:

Comparing to attempt 1, curves are much steeper, areas where curves meet are sharper. 

The point protruding out (where 3 surfaces connects) is a problem.

measurements:

 

fitting:

The contour of the top layer is transferred onto the sheet. 0.5mm sheet

was used instead of 1.0m. Thinner material is much easily bent but has 

less potential to be stretched.

Material was pushed (stretched) down instead of bent down. 

The top most contour was copied and hammered out.

Following the contour, large areas were pushed outwards layer by layer, gradually 

obtaining the form.

The line where curves meet were drawn. It is where materials were pushed up 

and the ridge was pushed down.

It takes time and patience to keep pushing materials down layer by layer. 

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summary:

* total time: ~ 6 hours

* didn't have enough time to finish the second attempt

* under estimated time and effort required

* a combination of right tools saves time and muscle

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