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=Saturday, July 27, 2013=
= Wednesday April 30, 2014=


Good Design Sprint.  Excellent sessions on True Fans, Permafacture Seminar planning and Development platform.  Seems most remote collaborators want a simple task oriented system without the confusion of the "big picture" issues.  ---  Seems to be attracted to simple task driven platforms like Mantis... although I think Project Manager can do it to.  
Kits look good.  Coordinated with all the attendees and the MakerPlace people.


Extremely interesting side Hangout with Fred Eisele and Robert Goeller regarding their software platforms.  Scott, the DPV coming Tuesday will be bringing copies of the software and we should have a Hangout with our team and them to see the excellent demo they showed me.  Very impressive simulations and more with our machines.  They are interested in working with rapid developers who can test their software and willing to publish results.
Bought a WIFI hotspot to ensure that we'll have good internet for Dozuki and MatterControl downloads.  Lars will bring the software on a drive as a backup.


Tremendous connection at end of Sprint with Alexander Dale, Executive Director at Engineers for a Sustainable World.  Could be a fantastic resource.
Prepped tools and video camera and projection.   


=Friday, July 25, 2013=
= Tuesday April 29, 2014=


Remote editing projects launched with Milton Dixon and Owen Smithyman.  Gave them script material and recommended visuals from Latakoo system.   
Final prep for the 3D Printer Workshop.   


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Attendance is excellent.  Two more registrations since the close of the Eventbrite site for a total of 10 Kits plus 3 additional Team Members.


=Thursday, July 24, 2013=
Tech Journalist Lee Goldberg, the host of the 3D Printer World Expo, will be attending to help with documentation and whatever else we need.  Also, professional mechanical design engineer, Jack Bell from San Diego has volunteered to help on Friday and Saturday with the building.


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Lars has a new 3D Printing Overview presentation he'll be doing on Friday evening before we get into the kit preparation.


=Tuesday, July 23, 2013 - Wednesday, July 24, 2013=
Kits arrived today and I'll be confirmation parts against the BOM.


After Planning meetings with entire team, focus of Dozuki documentation platform has changed.  Determined that the platform is not ideal for Development and we should concentrate on what it does best.
= Friday Feb 28, 2014=
Final 3DP part arrived.


Dozuki will be a clear and attractive introduction to all 50 machines and their underlying Modules.
Video editing on TAZ how-to


Also will include an obvious link  to a separate Development/Design Dashboard, which will be a spreadsheet based platform that can handle Gary's detailed Development flowchart and the many iterations of the machine along the way.
= Thursday Feb 27, 2014=
Jerry Miller met with grant team and confirmed plan for funding EAT workshop facility


When Build Instructions are ready they will be included in Dozuki through the terrific guides the platform offers.
= Wednesday Feb 26, 2014=
Lulzbot support phone meeting to solve printer problems and final missing part


Jean-Baptiste's Infographic and Module sketches will be featured throughout the Dozuki platform creating a unified and professional presentation.
Digitize and Input video footage from build


Best structure example with Infographic is CNC Torch/Router Table:
More with Jerry Miller
http://opensourceecology.dozuki.com/c/CNC_Circuit_Mill
https://docs.google.com/a/opensourceecology.org/document/d/1oLt0wFkSgQL6VljPnpwu5uGBKmkiuPZAJluuFIx0OxU/edit


Best Module sketches included with Backhoe
= Tuesday Feb 25, 2014=
http://opensourceecology.dozuki.com/c/Backhoe
3DPrinter Build Day 2 - completed but software issue.


Also was decided to make Jean-Baptiste our Lead Graphics Designer and find a team he can lead to achieve the many graphics needed for this Dozuki platform.
= Monday Feb 24, 2014=




= Friday Feb 21, 2014=
Meeting with Jerry Miller about 3DP planning and OSE Education Center


=Monday, July 22, 2013=
= Thursday Feb 20, 2014=
Digitize and Input video footage from build


After discussions with Team this morning, shifted gears on Dozuki plan and trying to add detailed development sections leading to a separate CURRENT BUILD INSTRUCTIONS section.
Revised budget
https://docs.google.com/a/opensourceecology.org/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0AmoUbj0uxcWJdGZfQWpsNXZhLXNMbWtMbEU0NVJCQWc&usp=drive_web#gid=0


So all the Versions are separated and traced but the current "how to" is clearly indicated.  See the last machine in GVCS, "Z Test Machine", for working example.  http://opensourceecology.dozuki.com/
= Wednesday Feb 19, 2014=
3D Printer Build with Lars Brubaker


Also note Jean-Baptiste's graphic at the bottom of the CNC Torch page. Very nice work.
= Tuesday Feb 18, 2014=
Prep Dozuki for build
http://opensourceecology.dozuki.com/c/3D_Printer_-_Modules


Returning to video editing tonight.  Back to Dozuki in morning... want feedback before continuing forward.
= Monday Feb 17, 2014=
Prep Dozuki for build
http://opensourceecology.dozuki.com/c/3D_Printer_-_Modules


= Saturday Feb 15, 2014=
Meeting with Emily Aiken about 3DP Workshop


=Sunday, July 21, 2013=
= Friday Feb 14, 2014=
Meeting with Jerry Miller about EAT Center and promotion for 3DP workshop


Editing on 6in60 Video.  Plan to make this a detailed informational video that tells a complete story.  Maybe in two parts. 


Working on detailed Dozuki example for next design sprint.
= Thursday Feb 13, 2014=


One sheet for Overall Workshop Series and continues with specifics on this year's Workshops


=Saturday, July 20, 2013=
https://docs.google.com/a/opensourceecology.org/document/d/15B_FiIBsCncTQlcpoSAK-4liswVJ0daMW_PJLxkI4a0/edit


Design Sprint all day Saturday.  Good discussion on Dozuki as well as Tibor's wiki interface. 
Working on document for a Southern California Education Center


Tested Latakoo with Steph in Germany and Milton Dixon.
https://docs.google.com/a/opensourceecology.org/document/d/1oLt0wFkSgQL6VljPnpwu5uGBKmkiuPZAJluuFIx0OxU/edit


Put first videos on Latakoo video site. Need to talk to latakoo about adding graphics and other branding.
Confirmed my Classroom layout with the school people. 12 Kits looks like the best plan.


https://drive.google.com/a/opensourceecology.org/?pli=1#recent


=Friday, July 19, 2013=
= Wednesday Feb 12, 2014=


Confirmed two new Video Editor remote collaborators and signed them up for Latakoo sharing.  
Created Workshop Budget Template spreadsheet for large workshop budgeting.  Need to add income section... could use group discussion for that aspect.


'''Milton Dixon''' - this was his original note:
https://docs.google.com/a/opensourceecology.org/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0AmoUbj0uxcWJdDJBd2pmbTZodkZNVkxQN1hzTjZzamc&usp=drive_web#gid=0


I'd be interested in contributing to your project. I've made a fair number of videos for Midwest Permaculture, mostly weaving improvised clips into a narrative or editing recorded webinars into a finished product.
Also created specific budget worksheet for 3D Printer Workshop


I use Vegas Pro, can create basic animations, can overlay any graphics, and am able to work in HD.
https://docs.google.com/a/opensourceecology.org/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0AmoUbj0uxcWJdGZfQWpsNXZhLXNMbWtMbEU0NVJCQWc&usp=drive_web#gid=0


You can see my work on YouTube, I edited everything except for the bioneers video.  http://www.youtube.com/user/MidwestPermaculture/videos
= Tuesday Feb 11, 2014=


I could probably contribute a couple of hours a week.
Further work on 3D Printing development spreadsheet.  Still need to transfer more from other documents.


Milton
https://docs.google.com/a/opensourceecology.org/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0AmoUbj0uxcWJdGtIdHpjVGgzbkpjbHNtWXhjaUV1VlE&usp=drive_web


Also '''Sean Maxwell'''  - he edits for ToolCrete in Oregon, the manufacturer of the stucco sprayer used by OSE for the stucco application on the HabLab:
Continued Dozuki/Lulzbot transfer


I'd like to find out if there are any opportunities to contribute as an editor or assistant editor for the latakoo documentation efforts? I have experience working as an editor using Final Cut and am very interested in making any contributions I can.
= Monday Feb 10, 2014=


Thanks and I look forward to hearing from you.
Critical Path Document posted as Public Google Doc


Sean
https://docs.google.com/a/opensourceecology.org/document/d/1ImQRVjGSAM3hoz-virmc7Ei3Y7DD6nn4IQSy9ioG-ls/edit


= Sunday Feb 9, 2014=


Setup the Public video sharing site through Latako 
Continued Lulzbot Dozuki


https://opensourceecology.latakoo.com/
= Saturday Feb 8, 2014=


Will customize site with our graphics and populate with our videos.  Would like to discuss best plans for site.
More Dozuki input of Lulzbot documentation.  Very tedious but looks good


Preparing floor plans of workshops space.  Need to incorporate the furniture and screens. Google  docs below


=Thursday, July 18, 2013=
https://docs.google.com/a/opensourceecology.org/file/d/0B2oUbj0uxcWJTUpuSlpvTUZoc1E/edit


Digitizing footage from Tractor build and uploading to Latakoo. Developing somewhat faster upload scheme by first moving footage to local drive. System is acceptable speed but not what I hoped for.  Problem may be with my older Mac.
https://docs.google.com/a/opensourceecology.org/file/d/0B2oUbj0uxcWJU0w1UnJsMDFVV0U/edit


Testing Latakoo downloads with editor Bob Shontell.  Experiencing periodic crashing and need to consult with Latakoo tech team.  Awaiting email response... will call tomorrow. 
= Friday Feb 7, 2014=


Beginning testing with remote editor Milton Dixon.
Meeting with Lars Brubaker about installing MatterControl and becoming lead instructor


Spoke with Joe Justice.  He is going to fill in the details of the Modules and modified interior module.
Disucssions with writer Lee Goldberg about an article about our workshops for 3D Printer World


GOALS TOMORROW...WEEK WILL BE THRU WEEKEND
= Thursday Feb 6, 2014=


Emily Aiken meeting re: 3DP promotion


=Wednesday, July 9 - July 17 2013=
Editing video in prep for workshop promotion


Travel to Farm and shot 8 hours of material during Tractor build.  Conducted 6in60 and Motherboard interview with Marcin.  Also shot timelapse footage.
= Monday Feb 3, 2014 - Wednesday Feb 5, 2014=
[[Key 3D Printer Contacts]].


Shot numerous stills for Dozuki pages.
See 3D Printer Critical Path Google doc  (will add contact info there)


Received response from Joe Justice. He wants to complete Phase One immediately then Phase Two in August.
https://docs.google.com/a/opensourceecology.org/document/d/1vvvdV7kUsSHBIHs_iPzeQPUZIlDAS1S1MyZ5CkGj1qA/edit


Coordinated with remote editor Milton Dixon to join Latakoo.
= Sunday Feb 2, 2014=


Traveled to Fallbrook, CA near San Diego and met Frank Golbeck and his friends.  Great group and lots of interest in OSE.


=Monday, July 8, 2013=
Frank is a huge fan and we discovered he is also a friend of Scott Murray.  Introduced us to the maker community in Fallbrook.  Very exciting.  See Chris' log.


Received new music for "6 in 60 Production Begins" video from Vintage Modernists jazz group (volunteering to write music for OSE).  Recut the video in include new music and submitted back to them for notes.  Will re-post Tuesday.
= Saturday Feb 1, 2014=


Reviewed Rizzoma software, in detail, with Jann from Velocar.
Day Two of 3D Printer World Expo in Burbank, CA


Skype call with Emily James in England regarding progress of Vice video.  Moving along well.  May need some shots and soundbites when I return to Farm this week.   
First seminar dealt with '''Patent issues and IP'''.  Interesting but not a concern for us right now.
   
 
Next '''What's Next in 3D Printing'''
 
Interesting info from Johann Rocholl and Terrance Tam from Open Beam  - great innovations from Open Source companies
 
http://3dprinterplans.info/tag/johann-rocholl/
 
Delta Robot style - easier to manufacture/bigger build volume for footprint - Great workshop opportunity for the future.
 
referenced good site:  http://open3dp.me.washington.edu/
 
Also discussed more on Resin printers
 
'''3D Printer Materials'''
 
Another great seminar by Lars and his associate Taylor.  Another great element for our workshops
 
see Google Doc - 3D Printer Critical Path Document
 
https://docs.google.com/a/opensourceecology.org/document/d/1vvvdV7kUsSHBIHs_iPzeQPUZIlDAS1S1MyZ5CkGj1qA/edit
 
 
'''3D Printer Troubleshooting'''
 
Lars again.  Another great session and appropriate for our workshops.  See google doc
 
Moved on to Resin troubleshooting.  This is another possible workshop for us but they are more expensive right now and not as many OS options.
 
 
'''Crowdfunding'''
 
Astounding results with Kickstarter campaigns for 3D printers.  i.e. Goal 31,000 Funding 1.2million  -- Goal 49,000 Funding 650,000.  However these successes have lead to great difficulty in delivery all the promised machines.  Sourcing parts, manufacturing and especially shipping have turned into very challenging and expensive issues.
 
Also, support is hard as the focus is on manufacturing and the support infrastructure not ready.
 
= Friday Jan 31, 2014=
 
Day One of 3D Printer World Expo in Burbank, CA - Attended excellent seminars
 
'''Grant Writing for 3D Printer Funding'''
 
Debby Kurti or Windy Ridge Innovations and Joe Scott Afinia
 
Part of "Education Track" - Discussion of case studies where organizations (schools) have enlisted the financial support of boards, foundations, volunteers, agencies and 3D printer manufacturers to acquire their equipment.
 
Key points: 
 
Sell the Story  - Why should they care about your request.
 
Match Story to Funder's Objectives - i.e. Further STEM Education,  Serving At Risk Youth
 
Tell story like it's already happening - "With a 3D Printer can can reach 60 students a day and speed them on their journey to compete in the world's economy."
 
Crowdfunding - DonorsChoose.org good for teachers
 
New sources for schools to buy printer - Parents split cost/Odyssey of the Mind/Booster Club (print items for resale)/Split use with Tech Ed Class/Run Prototypes for Small Manufacturers/Afterschool programs/Ask local businesses
 
Write Grant as if you have already been funded
 
Bring tangible items and examples to funding meetings
 
Slides of presentation have more info:
 
http://wri3d.com/main/?page_id=2013#slides
 
 
'''Intro to 3D Printer Hardware'''
 
Brook Drumm - Printbot  - Open Source - Kits and Assemble.  Their Simple model kit just $299
 
- FDM - Standard filament style - lays down layer upon layer - think "Hot Glue Gun on the end of a Precisely Controlled Robot Arm"
 
- Resin Printer (SLA) - UV light cures layer of resin.  Laser style and DLP style.  DLP cures entire layer at once but more expensive.  Laser uses Blue-Ray lasers so common and less expensive.
 
More precise than FDM but messy and expensive ($2-3K).
 
- SLS - just out of patent.  coming soon.  SLS involves the use of a high power laser (for example, a carbon dioxide laser) to fuse small particles of plastic, metal (direct metal laser sintering), ceramic, or glass powders into a 3D model.
 
 
'''Intro to Open Source 3D Printer Software'''
 
Software for key functions:
 
Convert 3D Model file into STL (OBJ becoming popular - includes color info)
Layout and Positioning in Printer
Setting and Slicing - Creating G-Code or Toolpath file
Host - sends info to printer
 
Popular software:
SkeinForge - excellent software but complex - "more for Techies"
Slic3R - Popular - window/mac/linux - not a Host
(AMF - combos files for Dual Extruder model printers)
Pronterface - Host software
 
MOST POPULAR - Repetiere Host - comes with Slic3r inside
 
Cura very good too
 
OctoPrint for Raspberry Pi
 
 
'''**Lars Brubaker from MatterHackers spoke - EXCELLENT'''
 
Their MATTER CONTROL software went open source this week
 
It's software that makes printing as easy as the closed source printers.
 
Uses Slic3R, Cura, and own based on Skeinforge.
 
Features automatic leveling  and auto calibration.  Advanced plating.
 
Spoke to Lars about teaching our seminars.  He's interested.  Meeting with him on Friday.
 
https://www.matterhackers.com/
 
Last seminar of day featured Fuel 3D's scanner.  $1500 machine.  Looked good.  Adds accurate color in geometry.  Easy to use.
 
http://www.fuel-3d.com/
 
 
=Thursday Jan 30, 2014=
 
Chris, Emily and I had excellent meetings yesterday in San Diego with Scott Murray and Jerry Miller. 
 
'''First stop - Meeting in morning with Scott Murray at his farm'''
 
Very impressive organic farm using innovative techniques – good model for urban farm. -- AGRO-ECOLOGY WITH INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGY is the focus
 
Farm to table “orders” from restaurants - he's growing crops based on the needs of specific restaurants.
 
He needs buildings – packing building, office, living space and a house with a view.
 
Pre-existing foundation possible for a building - was once for a double wide trailer
 
**For dealing with the strict California codes we need to look at creating tiny houses built on wheels – Tumbleweed style
 
http://www.tumbleweedhouses.com/
 
(They also offer workshops... good looking page  http://www.tumbleweedhouses.com/products/albuquerque/)
 
Need to look at using steel tubes for structure instead of bricks
 
He also needs machines to work on sloped terrain... tractor/bulldozer with wheels that change orientation while implements stay level
 
He's doing interesting experiments with cold tolerant plants etc. for all season farming
 
Great crops now that were planted in October.
 
Grafting big...instead of GMO – Turkish techniques
 
QR codes for rows for plants – App gathers info
 
OSE opportunity for innovative buildings... and tools that can be used in this setting … mod tools... advice on farming techniques from Scott
 
 
'''Next stop - Science Learning center site - Encinitas, CA'''
 
Met with Scott and Jerry Miller here.
 
Site far more developed than last visit.  $2 million dollars of development and state approval the school now in place.   
 
Focus is on STEM learning -- Inspiring minds of all ages.  (NOTE: For every farmer who is 25 years old, there a five who are 75 years old!)
 
Wide driveway and cul de sac traffic circle where a water tower/aviary will be built


'''Goals for last week:'''
4 classrooms with decks in between – decks good for outdoor tables. - Temporary style buildings but fine for all our needs.


Digitize and upload to Latakoo all 6in60 footage shot through July 3rd - (will need to do this at home) - Footage digitized and logged onto master Drobo drive.
Good power and IT in place


11 hours of material tape from Sony Z1U camera plus 6 Canon camera cards and 2 GoPro timelapse camera cards.  Material being uploaded to Latakoo.
Nice bathroom facility adjoining.


Edit 2nd 6in60 video.  Also will do at home - Need to discuss focus of video with team.  Many options.
Science Learning Center could be excellent location for our first 3D Printer Workshop.  Also, we may be able to dovetail the workshop with speaking engagements for Marcin at the surrounding Universities.


Enter 6in60 material in Dozuki - at least through web and hopefully app too. - Process begun, see Saturday July 6 log
Surrounded by 10 acres of land for urban farming and greenhouses.  Plans include a farm store and other amenities.


Finalize Joe Justice agreement - Agreement submitted to Joe.  Awaiting response.
We discussed future ideas for possible OSE Workshop/Education Center on the site...more to come on that.  Scott has grant writers who can help put this together.


'''Goals for this week:'''


Execute agreement with Joe Justice, if terms are satisfactory.
'''Website discussions'''


Cut another video from 6 in 60.
We also had great discussions about the new website based on what we discovered.  Definitely want to focus on BUILD YOURSELF for the Workshops and Machines and TRUE FREEDOM ONE DAY for more of the underlying philosophy and vision.


Add visuals and Popcorn to Hydraulics 101 video


=Wednesday Jan 29, 2014=


=Saturday, July 6, 2013=
Chris Arrived.  Great discussions on everything from details of workshops to larger philosophy questions.  Some important discussion points (in no particular order):


Excellent day with new format of Sprint hangout. Especially valuable with Dozuki session.
Nature and "promise" of experimental workshops
Necessary infrastructure and tools for workshops.
Positioning to the world of workshops - open source etc.
DPV's in the new model
San Diego connectivity for workshops and builds


Discovered "Production Begins" video can't be viewed in some countries because of music rights.  I knew this would be a potential problem....will stick with open source or equivalent music.  Will fix with music coming from Vintage Modernists jazz group asap.
Driving with Emily Aiken to San Diego this morning for meetings with Scott and Jerry.


=Tuesday Jan 28, 2014=


=Friday, July 5, 2013=
Further San Diego planning.  Communication with Jerry Miller, Scott Murray's partner:
Hi all,
I am Scott’s partner in the Encinitas EAT center. I would like to find out a little more about your workshop interests. We are working on a Farm Shed (Work Shop/Storage) facility. (See attached concept drawings). The idea is to use this facility for not only a place to begin building our various farm structures and components but also as a workshop field station. A base of operations so to speak for the general surrounding community.
We are partnered with a local architectural firm and are working on multiple projects for the EAT center/farm. If you are interested in investing in this Farm Shed with us, we could explore arranging a series of on-going projects &/or workshops. The building codes in California are quite strict and this project is on State owned public school property, further complicating the process. The reason for using a shipping container Farm Shed is to expedite something on site to work from while permits and other regulatory approvals are being processed.
We presented the idea to OSE last year on setting up a makers work shop here. We decided to move forward with this concept and plan to go for State Approval sometime next week.
Let me know your thoughts. We may want to reroute your tour so I could be present to discuss real time opportunities at the EAT site.
Jerry Miller


Submitted agreement draft to Joe Justice from Wikispeed.  Spoke briefly with him on the phone to alert him it was coming.
=Monday Jan 27, 2014=


Began ingesting of video from 6 in 60 shoot.  Each videotape appears to be 12GB when digitized.
Planning San Diego trip for Thursday.  Communication with Scott Murray.  Discuss to include workshop opportunities.
Hello Robert:
I look forward to meeting Chris.
I will invite my partner Jerry Miller to join us if he is available.
I would suggest that we start at 10:30 at our farm.
Then we will move 7 miles to lunch at Ciao which has a fine Italian buffet.
Then we can drive to the Encinitas site and tour our school site.


This way you can take the 210 east to the 15 south and exit to the farm 1.2 miles west on Gopher Canyon... at 1319 Tarek Terrace, Vista Ca.
We will head west down Gopher Canyon to lunch, which is fast, easy and wonderful...
From Ciao it is a 20 minute drive on hwy 78 to hwy 5 south to Encinitas Blvd at 2 miles east of hwy 5 at 499 Quail Gardens Drive, Encinitas, Ca.
Then it is a nice afternoon drive up hwy 5 against some of the traffic back to Burbank.


=Wednesday, July 3, 2013=
There is a suggested agenda for the day,
Let me know what you think?
Scott


Filmed building of backhoe pivot.  Travel back to Los Angeles.
=Sunday Jan 26, 2014=


Completed first draft of 3D Printer promo script.  Need feedback and advice.


=Tuesday, July 2, 2013=
https://docs.google.com/a/opensourceecology.org/document/d/1DwCAPcI0WxnPKFBr0AAQjtx3bojGTmSJ_iGJ9bCcW2Y/edit


Goals for last week:
=Saturday Jan 25, 2014=


Set up edit/production equipment at Factor e Farm - mostly accomplished but need much better internet to work with Latakoo and Dozuki.  Also need a Mac to interface with hard drive, tools and programs. Probably will ship one of mine from home.
Strategy session with Chris about his "deep thoughts" email


Edit first 6in60 video - Done
Preliminary "language" ideas for workshop promo/pitch:


Production Collaborators Blog Post - Done
Open to Everyone
Open for Everyone
Open to You
Open for You


Powerful Tools to Fuel the Next Industrial Revolution
Democratizing Innovation
Empowering People to Make Their Ideas
Empowering People to Build Their Dreams
Empowering People to Create Their Dreams
Empowering People to Make Their Dream Real
Freedom to Make Things
Change the Way You Think
New way of Designing, Creating and Manufacturing


Goals for this week:
Collaborative Learning
Collaborative Design
Collaborative Innovation
Collaborative Network


Digitize and upload to Latakoo all 6in60 footage shot through July 3rd - (will need to do this at home)
Please more ideas...


Edit 2nd 6in60 video.  Also will do at home
=Thursday Jan 23, 2014=


Enter 6in60 material in Dozuki - at least through web and hopefully app too.
-- Meeting with Yann re: Microcar:


Finalize Joe Justice agreement
Good meeting.  Feels like there are still many technological hurdles.  Goal is create the first function prototype... probably to be considered v0.5.  Essentially a proof of concept. -- From there it can be quickly improved and hopefully be incorporated in the workshop model.  --  Concerns are mechatronic safety, hydraulics/ front suspension and especially the power electronics. 


Yann has a fantastic idea of a fully integrate portable power pack for v1.0... but definitely needs professional technical assistance.  Idea is essentially a removable "suitcase" that includes these electronics.  This can be easily removed and transported inside for recharging.    This helps so the challenges of infrastructure for charging electric vehicles.  He's envisioning a magnetic connection for easy portability.    At v1.0 then hopefully move into the Kit form... also at this point he has excellent plans for crowd funding, somewhat along the line of TrueFans... and avoid needing Kickstarter or Indigogo.


=Sunday Jun 30, 2013=
-- Planning with Chris.  Added second San Diego trip to his visit to see Frank Golbeck.


Built first video for 6in60 Production Begins.
-- Revised answers from Jeff Moe:


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zhJndK9A06I&feature=player_embedded
• I'd like to get a handle on the capabilities of the KIT, as compared to the new TAZ 3. You had mentioned it doesn't have the digital display. Does it have untethered printing? Does it compare to he earlier TAZ, such as the version reviewed in the Make Magazine 3D Printer edition (attached)


http://youtu.be/zhJndK9A06I
The kit at this point doesn't fully exist, outside of the BOM and we've ordered parts for maybe 200 kits or so. We left out what we thought would save significant money, that wasn't necessary to have a good printer. This was why the GLCD was left out. It can also be added separately. Or, we could just include it in the kit, if you think it should really be in there. The kit is a new deal for us, so feedback welcome. Let us know what you want to see and we'll do what we can to make it happen.


• Can the “missing” elements be added to the Kit if the customer wants the upgrade?


This would be the goal. It is difficult to maintain full stock of all the parts though. It is all fully open though, as you've seen, so parts can be sourced from other vendors as well. Plus, since it is open, alternative parts can be easily used.


• In my notes, I had the Kit price as $638. Is that correct? If the upgrades are possible, how much would that add?


=Tuesday Jun 25, 2013= through =Saturday Jun 29, 2013=
I don't have a final bom cost. But that is probably in the ball park. The kit will be under $1k even with bells/whistles added, I'm pretty sure. Note, we also need to include things like boxing & bagging, etc. and we do really good packaging, but it costs…


Extensive driving for materials pickups
• Is end of March still look like a likely timeframe for the Kits to be ready?


Shot Mike Hill on plasma cutter in Garnett, KS
Yes. We should be able to hit that. But you have to let us know what kind of volume you are talking here.


Created several test timelapse sequences. Lucas from Berea has excellent abilities on Canon camera and has been a tremendous help.
• Big Question – It would be fantastic to come learn it, but for the first Workshops we would love to have a Lulzbot person be there as an expert instructor. Would it be possible to hire you, or one of your associates to join us? We're envisioning about 2 1/2 days for the workshops. We'd like to have the attendees build and then be able to troubleshoot the printer. We'll also include material on modeling, print software etc. — We hope to customize the workshops based on where we are going.


Shot 6in60 prep and building
Probably not me, though it would be nice. Where/when would the workshop take place (date/address)? We may be able to do something. Do you have equipment etc to make it into good videos?


Many difficulties with PC editing.  Will ship a Mac from home for permanent edit room setup and Latakoo uploading.
• It looks like we may be getting a lot of interest from college architecture programs. Are there any special “selling points” you see for that audience?


Compiling notes on Wikispeed
The TAZ can print big in materials like Laybrick. That's nice for architects. I can see why they are interested--making models of all sizes is awesome. I printed a teeny to giant and every step in between of the Vanderbilt Mansion, they look really cool. You can paint ABS easily with acrylics and whatnot, drill it, work it, etc. Plus lots of materials are available, even wood. Magic machine wooooo


Working with team to publish video blog post
• MOST IMPORTANT. We want to be sure we design this so it's advantageous to you. Please think about how our Workshop programs can best benefit you.


By making clear documentation, including videos would be ideal. Something that you can really watch on the Internet, not just youtube shots. More like a structured program, and less like a howto. Then finding out wtf people are doing with their machines that is cool/interesting and we can help promote that, particularly if they are free/open system folks. Just grow the ecosystem.


=Monday Jun 24, 2013=
We don't have any projection yet, but we're having some meeting now that may give us more info.


Began shooting for 6 in 60 final 10 days. Extensive coverage of meeting with team regarding Bulldozer and Truck. Interviewed Gary and Marcin about meeting and status.
Ok.


Shot team revising sketchup models and exploding views for step by step build guides.
I think that's it, until I think of a bunch more…


Revised Wikispeed agreement for review by Marcin, Gary and Adrian.
Thanks so much and I'm happy to call you or others if that's easier for you than writing this out.


Met with Marcin about Kansas City run to pick up new tools and video gear.
No problem. Sry it took so long to get to it though. Feel free to ask any other questions.


=Wednesday Jan 22, 2014=


=Sun Jun 23, 2013=
Travel back to LA. Begin 3DP Video script.


First day at farm.  Great people! Worked with Chris to move my laptop from Ubuntu to Lubuntu. Better interface. 
=Tuesday Jan 21, 2014=


Set up video gear for shooting and editing.
Planning with Chris


=Sat Jun 22, 2013=
=Monday Jan 20, 2014=


Travel to Factor e Farm.
Transfer Smartsheet data to Google Spreadsheet


https://docs.google.com/a/opensourceecology.org/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0AmoUbj0uxcWJdGtIdHpjVGgzbkpjbHNtWXhjaUV1VlE&usp=drive_web


=Thur Jun 20, 2013=
=Sunday Jan 19, 2014=


Received Lisa's excellent notes on blog post and returned my notes.
Travel to NY.  Planned to meet with Marcin but his schedule too tight.


Worked with Jean-Baptiste and received new graphics, specific to Hydraulics 101 [[Jean-Baptiste Vervaeck]]
=Sat Jan 18, 2014=


Researched new Android phone to setup Dozuki app for documentation.  Purchased LG Optimus but need to confer with Tim Asp on setup of app.
Discussed Smartsheet and Google Docs with Marcin.  Will transfer the materials to the Google docs.


Prepped for long trip.
[[3DP Smartsheet Test]]




=Wed Jun 19, 2013=
= Friday January 17, 2014 =


Several lengthy discussions with Joe Justice regarding OSE-Wikispeed collaboration.  [[Wikispeed Negotiations]]
Good response to my questions from Jeff Moe:


Moved down the line with remote graphics collaborator, Jean-Baptiste Vervaeck from Santiago, Chile. We're working through Hydraulics 101 to develop an efficient system to present whiteboard lectures from Marcin and others.  Samples of his work on  [[Jean-Baptiste Vervaeck]]
• I'd like to get a handle on the capabilities of the KIT, as compared to the new TAZ 3. You had mentioned it doesn't have the digital display. Does it have untethered printing? Does it compare to he earlier TAZ, such as the version reviewed in the Make Magazine 3D Printer edition (attached)


Wrote first draft of Video Collaboration recruitment blog post. Working with Lisa to revise.
It is basically the same thing, except we excluded the GLCD panel. That can be added later, no problem. The panel also has the SDCard, so it would need to be connected to a computer to print. That said, we can change the kit to include the LCD too, if it is really needed. We just thought kit people would try to save as much as possible and that can add $100 or something.


=Tues Jun 18, 2013=
• Can the “missing” elements be added to the Kit if the customer wants the upgrade?


Prepped and tested video production package for travel. Sony Z1U camera, Sachler tripod, 2 Sony wireless microphones and one shotgun mic. 
Yes.


Roughed together weekly video log.  Need to discuss with team.
• In my notes, I had the Kit price as $638. Is that correct? If the upgrades are possible, how much would that add?


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cTNni9q3SS0&feature=youtu.be
That sounds ballpark about right. We'll see if we can do better.


=Mon Jun 17, 2013=
• Is end of March still look like a likely timeframe for the Kits to be ready?


Completed editing of AUDIO of Hydraulics 101 video. Was able to trim it down and adjust a few things.  Runs about 30 minutes.  -- Visuals and Popcorn need to be added. 
Yes.


Enlisted the help of new Graphics remote collaborator Jean-Baptiste Vervaeck in Santiago, Chile to work on "whiteboard" visuals for the presentation
• Big Question – It would be fantastic to come learn it, but for the first Workshops we would love to have a Lulzbot person be there as an expert instructor. Would it be possible to hire you, or one of your associates to join us? We're envisioning about 2 1/2 days for the workshops. We'd like to have the attendees build and then be able to troubleshoot the printer. We'll also include material on modeling, print software etc. — We hope to customize the workshops based on where we are going.


https://vimeo.com/68617678
That sounds interesting, but we probably won't have the manpower to go send you someone. You are more than welcome to come visit here.


Wrote a draft of the Blog Post for video collaboration and sent it to Elizabeth for assistance and editing.  Hopefully latakoo will be setup today and we can blast out the post.
• It looks like we may be getting a lot of interest from college architecture programs. Are there any special “selling points” you see for that audience?


Continued to send messages to Joe Justice but no response yet.
Scale. :) The material “laybrick” (which we sell) is a good architecture material.


Need to compile info from Katie etc. to work on weekly update post format.


=Fri Jun 14, 2013=
More with Dan Benamy this morning on Wiki organization, especially "Get Involved" section.  --- Also discussed A/B testing for what we put up on the site... very interesting.


Sent long email to Joe Justice detailing our goals for the car build and asked specific questions regarding business arrangement.  Awaiting response.
= Thursday January 16, 2014 =


Let Latakoo know we're on board.  They are very happy. Will talk more early next week to discuss launch plan.
Exciting phone meeting with Scott Murray and Emily Aiken about San Diego workshops.  Scott's school campus in Encinitas is ready and approved by State (less than 2 hours south of LA...near 5 Freeway).  His goal is to "inspire minds across all ages" -- Wants to combine Agro-Ecology with Innovation Technology.  -- Has 4 classrooms, restrooms, plenty of land... not fancy... I'll be visiting on January 30. - Great access to students.  Also discussed other OSE collaborations. More to come.


Began Dozuki tutorials. Researched Android phones for Dozuki app.
Meeting with Dan Benamy.  Tested BOM Generator for Dozuki guides. Working very well! -- also discussed his ideas for Wiki cleanup and his templates he's created.  Excellent work. --- Further meeting today.


Added Hydraulics Popcorn to video list... will create tutorial.  Need video  from today.


= Wednesday January 15, 2014 =


Discussions with Chris about his meetings at Ball State.  It looks like including 3D printing workshops for them would be viable.  Architecture department very interested.  - Discussed Chris coming to the 3D Printer Expo as well.


=Thu Jun 13, 2013=
Continued workshop prep


Long meeting with Tim Asp and Eric Doster.  Reviewed plans for building Guides as well as possibly using Dozuki as organizational tool for Wiki
= Tuesday January 14, 2014 =
*Dozuki platform - deliverable - Show us a sample of starting to build 50 machines - as
**Samsung Galaxy S3 is out there already
*Wikispeed - Buy some consulting time at $187.5


Request:
Questions for Lulzbot (awaiting response from Jeff)
#Give us all water jet cut files. Estimated time?
#Gives us a BOM. Estimated time?
#Give us a written procedure. Estimated time?


=Wed Jun 12, 2013=
• I'd like to get a handle on the capabilities of the KIT, as compared to the new TAZ 3.  You had mentioned it doesn't have the digital display.  Does it have untethered printing? (I'd imagine it doesn't).  Does it compare to the earlier TAZ, such as the version reviewed in the Make Magazine 3D Printer edition


1. Secure TIG welder friend of Wayne.  - Alerted Wayne that the engine will arrive soon.  Discussed the plan for aluminum frame.  He will continue looking for a TIG welder but his neighbor is too old to help. - discussed with Marcin the idea of welding at the farm and Wayne assembling.  More design and coordination necessary here.
• Can the "missing" elements be added to the Kit if the customer wants the upgrade?


2. Get someone to design the new power cube - build upon Tom's Power Cube.
• In my notes, I had the Kit price as $638. Is that correct?  If the upgrades are possible, how much would that add?


3. Build a Power Cube to fit the Wikispeed desing. Jordan is working on [[Modular Car Wheel Unit]]. From Joe - collate the DXFs and get Joe's approval. Between the [[SGT01]] page and Dropbox - come up with shopping list. Ask Joe - are FastAce [[Coilover Struts]] the right thing for us? - Sent message to Joe but no response yet.  He may still be traveling back from Winnipeg.
• Does end of March still look like a likely timeframe for the Kits to be ready?
Seems our first focus with Joe would be the chassis... and then determine the interface with our new front end/steering/suspension plan...will they work together?


4. Found VW expert Danny Brown in Kansas City.  Nice guy. Seems to be a good source for what we need and interested in what we're doing. We need: 1. Steering wheel. 2. Let's get brakes. 3. Let's get wheels and wheel brake pads. '''Goal: 1. Secure steering column, rack, wheels for front. Design rear wheels.  --- He recommended a 1971-1974 VW front end... simple system very similar to the Dune Buggy designs.  He located one for us this afternoon.  All the parts, including axle...which we don't need... runs about $1000... but he'll have more info tomorrow after he reviews the Wiki info. -- He loved the look of the tractor etc. on our website.
• Big Question - It would be fantastic to come learn it, but for the first Workshops we would love to have a Lulzbot person be there as an expert instructor.  Would it be possible to hire you, or one of your associates to join us?  We're envisioning about 2 1/2 days for the workshops.   We'd like to have the attendees build and then be able to troubleshoot the printer.  We'll also include material on modeling, print software etc. -- We hope to customize the workshops based on where we are going.


http://dannybrownsauto.com/    (816) 333-1187
• It looks like we may be getting a lot of interest from college architecture programs. Are there any special "selling points" you see for that audience?


Vic's Dune Buggies - (816) 650-3535 ‎- initial lead in KC appears to be out of business.
• MOST IMPORTANT.  We want to be sure we design this so it's advantageous to you.  Please think about how our Workshop programs can best benefit you.


Spoke with Latakoo - long talk about our needs.  They have restructured a plan for us.  Need to discuss offline.
= Monday January 13, 2014 =


Worked on plan with Audrey for DPV video.  A very good idea she suggested.
Worked with Emily on some great "look and feel" ideas for OSE and Workshops.


Still experimenting with Smartsheet.
From Emily:


=Tues Jun 11, 2013=
Hi Rob…


Spoke with Wayne and alerted him about the new 660 PowerCube with the VW engine.   He's going to check out TIG welders, and his neighbor is a VW "nut" so he's going to gauge his interest in helping (he know welding too, but Wayne's not sure about TIG).  Neighbor is retired. Also - In my mind, this type of vehicle would be a great OSE Car... although probably wouldn't need all the "off-road" capability... but the basic idea is cool. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8fMcUtD1lBE&feature=player_embedded]. there definitely is a whole world of these "Side by Side" vehicles. [http://www.polaris.com/en-us/atv-ranger-rzr/home.aspx]
Look at each of these links carefully. This guy and his partner should be crafting the OSE look and feel.


=Mon Jun 10, 2013=
http://www.oliverjeffers.com/projects/collage
Talk to Joe to get any CAM files and fabrication procedures.


Reviewed MANY Open Source project management software packages, like Open Project and ProjectLibre, as well as several commercial products like Microsoft Office...nothing seemed quite right.  Started testing in more detail with Smartsheet.  Went to share it with Marcin and discovered he once had a trial with it too.  Seems like it could be very useful... depending on pricing etc. -- but it feels like a valuable initial use for it (or another spreadsheet) could be to use the spreadsheet as a clear "table of contents" for what is on the Wiki...with links.  -- Seems like it can do a lot for us and be very user friendly and very clear, once I learn it.  Let's discuss asap.
http://www.oliverjeffers.com/projects/sketchbook


Would be nice to have a visual interface like Dashboard, but may not be necessary if we all understand a standardized database tool.
http://www.oliverjeffers.com/projects/clocks-on-wood


Communicated with Winnespeed event and they are videotaping and shooting stills. Requested a copy of the tape.
http://www.oliverjeffers.com/projects/a-world-with-coffee


Made proposal to Latakoo. No response yet.
http://www.oliverjeffers.com/projects/book




=Sat Jun 8, 2013=
= Sunday January 12, 2014 =
[[Rapid Prototyping Crash Training]] + [[GrabCAD Script]]


=Fri Jun 7, 2013=
'''UPDATED LINKS TO WORK PRODUCT:'''


Completed Prezi. 
WORKSHOP - OVERALL BUSINESS MODEL/PHILOSOPHY


Response from Joe Justice and website of "Winnispeed" event looks interesting.  https://blogs.rrc.ca/bit/event-registration/
https://docs.google.com/a/opensourceecology.org/document/d/1wUQdxB44RbXuByii03iqOhtuIkJtGthy6i_t_iKBPFc/edit


Costs - not cheap.... But could also be a big jumpstart for car.
3D PRINTER CURRICULUM WORKSHEET


Spoke with Wayne Tollefson about the car and he certainly thinks he can do what's needed. He also suggested using a Kawasaki motorcycle engine with a side shaft...  (816) 248-9485
https://docs.google.com/a/opensourceecology.org/document/d/1IfV84f9iQMJRBvQSNqfRukoc-eoIswwaXHNZ9-Vw06E/edit#


Spoke with Ian about his build and the VW engine and it looks like they're going with the Kubota engine so their VW is available.  (they're not doing the chain drive.)
3D PRINTER SMARTSHEET (only the secured shared version)


Got the contact for the Pasadena kids and a bit of an update on the farm and tractor ... not so good on either front... farm was forced out of town and tractor is not working... I'll get more info.
https://app.smartsheet.com/b/home?lx=j5h2TJTH0QUXZrNVN9--bg


Tezozomoc - South Central Farmers - 818.527.6384
3D PRINTER SPREADSHEET ON WIKI (for now, just showing the MicroCar Worksheet as example of embedded Smartsheet) 
Ian Midgley: Hayden Betts - 626.310.5042


=Thu Jun 6, 2013=
[[3D Printing Workshop Development Spreadsheet]]


'''Requesting [[Video Production Team]] spreadsheet - see [[Marcin_Log#Wed_Jun_5.2C_2013]].'''


Requested transcription function from Latakoo.  Excellent machine transcription of OSE Philosophy video.  Initial rate plan too high. 
= Saturday January 11, 2014 =


More work on Prezi with Emily.  Edited several new videos.  Met with Marcin in Santa Monica to review Prezi.
Wrote a lot about possible "Workshop Company" business model/philosophy.  Please see google doc I shared:


=Tue June 4, 2013=
https://docs.google.com/a/opensourceecology.org/document/d/1wUQdxB44RbXuByii03iqOhtuIkJtGthy6i_t_iKBPFc/edit


All day on Glimpses presentation. Videos and Prezi
=Fri Jan 10=
Rob - please post links to work product on your log, as I am not able to provide any substantive feedback. One comment on foldable kit: this has not been developed, we need to stick to proven models if our timeline for the first workshop is end of March. - Aloha:)


Began talks with Latakoo to confirm arrangement.
HI.  Please review the Smartsheet and Google Doc I shared with you as they are my working documents that change throughout the day.


=Mon June 3, 2013=


Worked with Emily on Prezi for Glimpses. Video for presentation edited into Prezi format.
https://docs.google.com/a/opensourceecology.org/document/d/1IfV84f9iQMJRBvQSNqfRukoc-eoIswwaXHNZ9-Vw06E/edit#


Happened upon article on Factory Five kit cars... interesting to see their designs. See "development archive at bottom of this page: https://www.factoryfive.com/galleries/project-818/


= Wednesday January 8, 2014 =
More talks with Chris about workshop technique, based on his recent experiences.


'''Planning and Review:
= Tuesday January 7, 2014 =


Week went well - Many tests with Latakoo.  All went well.  Worked towards completing an agreement with Wikispeed for car project.  Completed Popcorn Log video...good potential for other uses.  Worked on videos for Glimpses speech.
Moving OHAI Kit documentation into Dozuki


This week must confirm Wikispeed.  Confirm Latakoo.  Complete Glimpses.  Arrange travel for Farm trip.  Get blog post and collaboration into full swing.''' 
= Monday January 6, 2014 =


Develop two curriculum tracks for Workshops.


=Sat June 1, 2013=
1. Kit Build


Good talk with Joe Justice about 660 Car.  Working with Marcin on collaboration agreement. [[Wikispeed Negotiations]]
2. Assumes access to 3D printer already.  3D Printing training... more focus on creating model and printing techniques.


Researched water jet cutter facilities in KC for making Wikispeed parts.  Metro Industries looks good. http://www.metrogasket.com/custom-fabrication/waterjet-cutting.htm
= Friday January 3, 2014 =


Reviewed plan with Matt Maier and learned about his experiences.  Identified areas of challenge.
Long talks with Chris regarding folding a 3D Printer Workshop into the Ball State week.  May be a safer first Workshop.
 
= Thursday January 2, 2014 =
 
Continuing compiling and reseaching 3D printing


Excellent test of [[Latakoo]] smartphone app.  Shot video, uploaded immediately to Latakoo, shared it, then downloaded immediately as AVID format video.  Reached out to Latakoo to discuss arrangement for moving forward.


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Latest revision as of 14:16, 22 June 2020

Wednesday April 30, 2014

Kits look good. Coordinated with all the attendees and the MakerPlace people.

Bought a WIFI hotspot to ensure that we'll have good internet for Dozuki and MatterControl downloads. Lars will bring the software on a drive as a backup.

Prepped tools and video camera and projection.

Tuesday April 29, 2014

Final prep for the 3D Printer Workshop.

Attendance is excellent. Two more registrations since the close of the Eventbrite site for a total of 10 Kits plus 3 additional Team Members.

Tech Journalist Lee Goldberg, the host of the 3D Printer World Expo, will be attending to help with documentation and whatever else we need. Also, professional mechanical design engineer, Jack Bell from San Diego has volunteered to help on Friday and Saturday with the building.

Lars has a new 3D Printing Overview presentation he'll be doing on Friday evening before we get into the kit preparation.

Kits arrived today and I'll be confirmation parts against the BOM.

Friday Feb 28, 2014

Final 3DP part arrived.

Video editing on TAZ how-to

Thursday Feb 27, 2014

Jerry Miller met with grant team and confirmed plan for funding EAT workshop facility

Wednesday Feb 26, 2014

Lulzbot support phone meeting to solve printer problems and final missing part

Digitize and Input video footage from build

More with Jerry Miller https://docs.google.com/a/opensourceecology.org/document/d/1oLt0wFkSgQL6VljPnpwu5uGBKmkiuPZAJluuFIx0OxU/edit

Tuesday Feb 25, 2014

3DPrinter Build Day 2 - completed but software issue.

Monday Feb 24, 2014

Friday Feb 21, 2014

Meeting with Jerry Miller about 3DP planning and OSE Education Center

Thursday Feb 20, 2014

Digitize and Input video footage from build

Revised budget https://docs.google.com/a/opensourceecology.org/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0AmoUbj0uxcWJdGZfQWpsNXZhLXNMbWtMbEU0NVJCQWc&usp=drive_web#gid=0

Wednesday Feb 19, 2014

3D Printer Build with Lars Brubaker

Tuesday Feb 18, 2014

Prep Dozuki for build http://opensourceecology.dozuki.com/c/3D_Printer_-_Modules

Monday Feb 17, 2014

Prep Dozuki for build http://opensourceecology.dozuki.com/c/3D_Printer_-_Modules

Saturday Feb 15, 2014

Meeting with Emily Aiken about 3DP Workshop

Friday Feb 14, 2014

Meeting with Jerry Miller about EAT Center and promotion for 3DP workshop


Thursday Feb 13, 2014

One sheet for Overall Workshop Series and continues with specifics on this year's Workshops

https://docs.google.com/a/opensourceecology.org/document/d/15B_FiIBsCncTQlcpoSAK-4liswVJ0daMW_PJLxkI4a0/edit

Working on document for a Southern California Education Center

https://docs.google.com/a/opensourceecology.org/document/d/1oLt0wFkSgQL6VljPnpwu5uGBKmkiuPZAJluuFIx0OxU/edit

Confirmed my Classroom layout with the school people. 12 Kits looks like the best plan.

https://drive.google.com/a/opensourceecology.org/?pli=1#recent

Wednesday Feb 12, 2014

Created Workshop Budget Template spreadsheet for large workshop budgeting. Need to add income section... could use group discussion for that aspect.

https://docs.google.com/a/opensourceecology.org/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0AmoUbj0uxcWJdDJBd2pmbTZodkZNVkxQN1hzTjZzamc&usp=drive_web#gid=0

Also created specific budget worksheet for 3D Printer Workshop

https://docs.google.com/a/opensourceecology.org/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0AmoUbj0uxcWJdGZfQWpsNXZhLXNMbWtMbEU0NVJCQWc&usp=drive_web#gid=0

Tuesday Feb 11, 2014

Further work on 3D Printing development spreadsheet. Still need to transfer more from other documents.

https://docs.google.com/a/opensourceecology.org/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0AmoUbj0uxcWJdGtIdHpjVGgzbkpjbHNtWXhjaUV1VlE&usp=drive_web

Continued Dozuki/Lulzbot transfer

Monday Feb 10, 2014

Critical Path Document posted as Public Google Doc

https://docs.google.com/a/opensourceecology.org/document/d/1ImQRVjGSAM3hoz-virmc7Ei3Y7DD6nn4IQSy9ioG-ls/edit

Sunday Feb 9, 2014

Continued Lulzbot Dozuki

Saturday Feb 8, 2014

More Dozuki input of Lulzbot documentation. Very tedious but looks good

Preparing floor plans of workshops space. Need to incorporate the furniture and screens. Google docs below

https://docs.google.com/a/opensourceecology.org/file/d/0B2oUbj0uxcWJTUpuSlpvTUZoc1E/edit

https://docs.google.com/a/opensourceecology.org/file/d/0B2oUbj0uxcWJU0w1UnJsMDFVV0U/edit

Friday Feb 7, 2014

Meeting with Lars Brubaker about installing MatterControl and becoming lead instructor

Disucssions with writer Lee Goldberg about an article about our workshops for 3D Printer World

Thursday Feb 6, 2014

Emily Aiken meeting re: 3DP promotion

Editing video in prep for workshop promotion

Monday Feb 3, 2014 - Wednesday Feb 5, 2014

Key 3D Printer Contacts.

See 3D Printer Critical Path Google doc (will add contact info there)

https://docs.google.com/a/opensourceecology.org/document/d/1vvvdV7kUsSHBIHs_iPzeQPUZIlDAS1S1MyZ5CkGj1qA/edit

Sunday Feb 2, 2014

Traveled to Fallbrook, CA near San Diego and met Frank Golbeck and his friends. Great group and lots of interest in OSE.

Frank is a huge fan and we discovered he is also a friend of Scott Murray. Introduced us to the maker community in Fallbrook. Very exciting. See Chris' log.

Saturday Feb 1, 2014

Day Two of 3D Printer World Expo in Burbank, CA

First seminar dealt with Patent issues and IP. Interesting but not a concern for us right now.

Next What's Next in 3D Printing

Interesting info from Johann Rocholl and Terrance Tam from Open Beam - great innovations from Open Source companies

http://3dprinterplans.info/tag/johann-rocholl/

Delta Robot style - easier to manufacture/bigger build volume for footprint - Great workshop opportunity for the future.

referenced good site: http://open3dp.me.washington.edu/

Also discussed more on Resin printers

3D Printer Materials

Another great seminar by Lars and his associate Taylor. Another great element for our workshops

see Google Doc - 3D Printer Critical Path Document

https://docs.google.com/a/opensourceecology.org/document/d/1vvvdV7kUsSHBIHs_iPzeQPUZIlDAS1S1MyZ5CkGj1qA/edit


3D Printer Troubleshooting

Lars again. Another great session and appropriate for our workshops. See google doc

Moved on to Resin troubleshooting. This is another possible workshop for us but they are more expensive right now and not as many OS options.


Crowdfunding

Astounding results with Kickstarter campaigns for 3D printers. i.e. Goal 31,000 Funding 1.2million -- Goal 49,000 Funding 650,000. However these successes have lead to great difficulty in delivery all the promised machines. Sourcing parts, manufacturing and especially shipping have turned into very challenging and expensive issues.

Also, support is hard as the focus is on manufacturing and the support infrastructure not ready.

Friday Jan 31, 2014

Day One of 3D Printer World Expo in Burbank, CA - Attended excellent seminars

Grant Writing for 3D Printer Funding

Debby Kurti or Windy Ridge Innovations and Joe Scott Afinia

Part of "Education Track" - Discussion of case studies where organizations (schools) have enlisted the financial support of boards, foundations, volunteers, agencies and 3D printer manufacturers to acquire their equipment.

Key points:

Sell the Story - Why should they care about your request.

Match Story to Funder's Objectives - i.e. Further STEM Education, Serving At Risk Youth

Tell story like it's already happening - "With a 3D Printer can can reach 60 students a day and speed them on their journey to compete in the world's economy."

Crowdfunding - DonorsChoose.org good for teachers

New sources for schools to buy printer - Parents split cost/Odyssey of the Mind/Booster Club (print items for resale)/Split use with Tech Ed Class/Run Prototypes for Small Manufacturers/Afterschool programs/Ask local businesses

Write Grant as if you have already been funded

Bring tangible items and examples to funding meetings

Slides of presentation have more info:

http://wri3d.com/main/?page_id=2013#slides


Intro to 3D Printer Hardware

Brook Drumm - Printbot - Open Source - Kits and Assemble. Their Simple model kit just $299

- FDM - Standard filament style - lays down layer upon layer - think "Hot Glue Gun on the end of a Precisely Controlled Robot Arm"

- Resin Printer (SLA) - UV light cures layer of resin. Laser style and DLP style. DLP cures entire layer at once but more expensive. Laser uses Blue-Ray lasers so common and less expensive.

More precise than FDM but messy and expensive ($2-3K).

- SLS - just out of patent. coming soon. SLS involves the use of a high power laser (for example, a carbon dioxide laser) to fuse small particles of plastic, metal (direct metal laser sintering), ceramic, or glass powders into a 3D model.


Intro to Open Source 3D Printer Software

Software for key functions:

Convert 3D Model file into STL (OBJ becoming popular - includes color info) Layout and Positioning in Printer Setting and Slicing - Creating G-Code or Toolpath file Host - sends info to printer

Popular software: SkeinForge - excellent software but complex - "more for Techies" Slic3R - Popular - window/mac/linux - not a Host (AMF - combos files for Dual Extruder model printers) Pronterface - Host software

MOST POPULAR - Repetiere Host - comes with Slic3r inside

Cura very good too

OctoPrint for Raspberry Pi


**Lars Brubaker from MatterHackers spoke - EXCELLENT

Their MATTER CONTROL software went open source this week

It's software that makes printing as easy as the closed source printers.

Uses Slic3R, Cura, and own based on Skeinforge.

Features automatic leveling and auto calibration. Advanced plating.

Spoke to Lars about teaching our seminars. He's interested. Meeting with him on Friday.

https://www.matterhackers.com/

Last seminar of day featured Fuel 3D's scanner. $1500 machine. Looked good. Adds accurate color in geometry. Easy to use.

http://www.fuel-3d.com/


Thursday Jan 30, 2014

Chris, Emily and I had excellent meetings yesterday in San Diego with Scott Murray and Jerry Miller.

First stop - Meeting in morning with Scott Murray at his farm

Very impressive organic farm using innovative techniques – good model for urban farm. -- AGRO-ECOLOGY WITH INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGY is the focus

Farm to table “orders” from restaurants - he's growing crops based on the needs of specific restaurants.

He needs buildings – packing building, office, living space and a house with a view.

Pre-existing foundation possible for a building - was once for a double wide trailer

    • For dealing with the strict California codes we need to look at creating tiny houses built on wheels – Tumbleweed style

http://www.tumbleweedhouses.com/

(They also offer workshops... good looking page http://www.tumbleweedhouses.com/products/albuquerque/)

Need to look at using steel tubes for structure instead of bricks

He also needs machines to work on sloped terrain... tractor/bulldozer with wheels that change orientation while implements stay level

He's doing interesting experiments with cold tolerant plants etc. for all season farming

Great crops now that were planted in October.

Grafting big...instead of GMO – Turkish techniques

QR codes for rows for plants – App gathers info

OSE opportunity for innovative buildings... and tools that can be used in this setting … mod tools... advice on farming techniques from Scott


Next stop - Science Learning center site - Encinitas, CA

Met with Scott and Jerry Miller here.

Site far more developed than last visit. $2 million dollars of development and state approval the school now in place.

Focus is on STEM learning -- Inspiring minds of all ages. (NOTE: For every farmer who is 25 years old, there a five who are 75 years old!)

Wide driveway and cul de sac traffic circle where a water tower/aviary will be built

4 classrooms with decks in between – decks good for outdoor tables. - Temporary style buildings but fine for all our needs.

Good power and IT in place

Nice bathroom facility adjoining.

Science Learning Center could be excellent location for our first 3D Printer Workshop. Also, we may be able to dovetail the workshop with speaking engagements for Marcin at the surrounding Universities.

Surrounded by 10 acres of land for urban farming and greenhouses. Plans include a farm store and other amenities.

We discussed future ideas for possible OSE Workshop/Education Center on the site...more to come on that. Scott has grant writers who can help put this together.


Website discussions

We also had great discussions about the new website based on what we discovered. Definitely want to focus on BUILD YOURSELF for the Workshops and Machines and TRUE FREEDOM ONE DAY for more of the underlying philosophy and vision.


Wednesday Jan 29, 2014

Chris Arrived. Great discussions on everything from details of workshops to larger philosophy questions. Some important discussion points (in no particular order):

Nature and "promise" of experimental workshops Necessary infrastructure and tools for workshops. Positioning to the world of workshops - open source etc. DPV's in the new model San Diego connectivity for workshops and builds

Driving with Emily Aiken to San Diego this morning for meetings with Scott and Jerry.

Tuesday Jan 28, 2014

Further San Diego planning. Communication with Jerry Miller, Scott Murray's partner: Hi all, I am Scott’s partner in the Encinitas EAT center. I would like to find out a little more about your workshop interests. We are working on a Farm Shed (Work Shop/Storage) facility. (See attached concept drawings). The idea is to use this facility for not only a place to begin building our various farm structures and components but also as a workshop field station. A base of operations so to speak for the general surrounding community. We are partnered with a local architectural firm and are working on multiple projects for the EAT center/farm. If you are interested in investing in this Farm Shed with us, we could explore arranging a series of on-going projects &/or workshops. The building codes in California are quite strict and this project is on State owned public school property, further complicating the process. The reason for using a shipping container Farm Shed is to expedite something on site to work from while permits and other regulatory approvals are being processed. We presented the idea to OSE last year on setting up a makers work shop here. We decided to move forward with this concept and plan to go for State Approval sometime next week. Let me know your thoughts. We may want to reroute your tour so I could be present to discuss real time opportunities at the EAT site. Jerry Miller

Monday Jan 27, 2014

Planning San Diego trip for Thursday. Communication with Scott Murray. Discuss to include workshop opportunities. Hello Robert: I look forward to meeting Chris. I will invite my partner Jerry Miller to join us if he is available. I would suggest that we start at 10:30 at our farm. Then we will move 7 miles to lunch at Ciao which has a fine Italian buffet. Then we can drive to the Encinitas site and tour our school site.

This way you can take the 210 east to the 15 south and exit to the farm 1.2 miles west on Gopher Canyon... at 1319 Tarek Terrace, Vista Ca. We will head west down Gopher Canyon to lunch, which is fast, easy and wonderful... From Ciao it is a 20 minute drive on hwy 78 to hwy 5 south to Encinitas Blvd at 2 miles east of hwy 5 at 499 Quail Gardens Drive, Encinitas, Ca. Then it is a nice afternoon drive up hwy 5 against some of the traffic back to Burbank.

There is a suggested agenda for the day, Let me know what you think? Scott

Sunday Jan 26, 2014

Completed first draft of 3D Printer promo script. Need feedback and advice.

https://docs.google.com/a/opensourceecology.org/document/d/1DwCAPcI0WxnPKFBr0AAQjtx3bojGTmSJ_iGJ9bCcW2Y/edit

Saturday Jan 25, 2014

Strategy session with Chris about his "deep thoughts" email

Preliminary "language" ideas for workshop promo/pitch:

Open to Everyone Open for Everyone Open to You Open for You

Powerful Tools to Fuel the Next Industrial Revolution Democratizing Innovation Empowering People to Make Their Ideas Empowering People to Build Their Dreams Empowering People to Create Their Dreams Empowering People to Make Their Dream Real Freedom to Make Things Change the Way You Think New way of Designing, Creating and Manufacturing

Collaborative Learning Collaborative Design Collaborative Innovation Collaborative Network

Please more ideas...

Thursday Jan 23, 2014

-- Meeting with Yann re: Microcar:

Good meeting. Feels like there are still many technological hurdles. Goal is create the first function prototype... probably to be considered v0.5. Essentially a proof of concept. -- From there it can be quickly improved and hopefully be incorporated in the workshop model. -- Concerns are mechatronic safety, hydraulics/ front suspension and especially the power electronics.

Yann has a fantastic idea of a fully integrate portable power pack for v1.0... but definitely needs professional technical assistance. Idea is essentially a removable "suitcase" that includes these electronics. This can be easily removed and transported inside for recharging. This helps so the challenges of infrastructure for charging electric vehicles. He's envisioning a magnetic connection for easy portability. At v1.0 then hopefully move into the Kit form... also at this point he has excellent plans for crowd funding, somewhat along the line of TrueFans... and avoid needing Kickstarter or Indigogo.

-- Planning with Chris. Added second San Diego trip to his visit to see Frank Golbeck.

-- Revised answers from Jeff Moe:

• I'd like to get a handle on the capabilities of the KIT, as compared to the new TAZ 3. You had mentioned it doesn't have the digital display. Does it have untethered printing? Does it compare to he earlier TAZ, such as the version reviewed in the Make Magazine 3D Printer edition (attached)

The kit at this point doesn't fully exist, outside of the BOM and we've ordered parts for maybe 200 kits or so. We left out what we thought would save significant money, that wasn't necessary to have a good printer. This was why the GLCD was left out. It can also be added separately. Or, we could just include it in the kit, if you think it should really be in there. The kit is a new deal for us, so feedback welcome. Let us know what you want to see and we'll do what we can to make it happen.

• Can the “missing” elements be added to the Kit if the customer wants the upgrade?

This would be the goal. It is difficult to maintain full stock of all the parts though. It is all fully open though, as you've seen, so parts can be sourced from other vendors as well. Plus, since it is open, alternative parts can be easily used.

• In my notes, I had the Kit price as $638. Is that correct? If the upgrades are possible, how much would that add?

I don't have a final bom cost. But that is probably in the ball park. The kit will be under $1k even with bells/whistles added, I'm pretty sure. Note, we also need to include things like boxing & bagging, etc. and we do really good packaging, but it costs…

• Is end of March still look like a likely timeframe for the Kits to be ready?

Yes. We should be able to hit that. But you have to let us know what kind of volume you are talking here.

• Big Question – It would be fantastic to come learn it, but for the first Workshops we would love to have a Lulzbot person be there as an expert instructor. Would it be possible to hire you, or one of your associates to join us? We're envisioning about 2 1/2 days for the workshops. We'd like to have the attendees build and then be able to troubleshoot the printer. We'll also include material on modeling, print software etc. — We hope to customize the workshops based on where we are going.

Probably not me, though it would be nice. Where/when would the workshop take place (date/address)? We may be able to do something. Do you have equipment etc to make it into good videos?

• It looks like we may be getting a lot of interest from college architecture programs. Are there any special “selling points” you see for that audience?

The TAZ can print big in materials like Laybrick. That's nice for architects. I can see why they are interested--making models of all sizes is awesome. I printed a teeny to giant and every step in between of the Vanderbilt Mansion, they look really cool. You can paint ABS easily with acrylics and whatnot, drill it, work it, etc. Plus lots of materials are available, even wood. Magic machine wooooo

• MOST IMPORTANT. We want to be sure we design this so it's advantageous to you. Please think about how our Workshop programs can best benefit you.

By making clear documentation, including videos would be ideal. Something that you can really watch on the Internet, not just youtube shots. More like a structured program, and less like a howto. Then finding out wtf people are doing with their machines that is cool/interesting and we can help promote that, particularly if they are free/open system folks. Just grow the ecosystem.

We don't have any projection yet, but we're having some meeting now that may give us more info.

Ok.

I think that's it, until I think of a bunch more…

Thanks so much and I'm happy to call you or others if that's easier for you than writing this out.

No problem. Sry it took so long to get to it though. Feel free to ask any other questions.

Wednesday Jan 22, 2014

Travel back to LA. Begin 3DP Video script.

Tuesday Jan 21, 2014

Planning with Chris

Monday Jan 20, 2014

Transfer Smartsheet data to Google Spreadsheet

https://docs.google.com/a/opensourceecology.org/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0AmoUbj0uxcWJdGtIdHpjVGgzbkpjbHNtWXhjaUV1VlE&usp=drive_web

Sunday Jan 19, 2014

Travel to NY. Planned to meet with Marcin but his schedule too tight.

Sat Jan 18, 2014

Discussed Smartsheet and Google Docs with Marcin. Will transfer the materials to the Google docs.

3DP Smartsheet Test


Friday January 17, 2014

Good response to my questions from Jeff Moe:

• I'd like to get a handle on the capabilities of the KIT, as compared to the new TAZ 3. You had mentioned it doesn't have the digital display. Does it have untethered printing? Does it compare to he earlier TAZ, such as the version reviewed in the Make Magazine 3D Printer edition (attached)

It is basically the same thing, except we excluded the GLCD panel. That can be added later, no problem. The panel also has the SDCard, so it would need to be connected to a computer to print. That said, we can change the kit to include the LCD too, if it is really needed. We just thought kit people would try to save as much as possible and that can add $100 or something.

• Can the “missing” elements be added to the Kit if the customer wants the upgrade?

Yes.

• In my notes, I had the Kit price as $638. Is that correct? If the upgrades are possible, how much would that add?

That sounds ballpark about right. We'll see if we can do better.

• Is end of March still look like a likely timeframe for the Kits to be ready?

Yes.

• Big Question – It would be fantastic to come learn it, but for the first Workshops we would love to have a Lulzbot person be there as an expert instructor. Would it be possible to hire you, or one of your associates to join us? We're envisioning about 2 1/2 days for the workshops. We'd like to have the attendees build and then be able to troubleshoot the printer. We'll also include material on modeling, print software etc. — We hope to customize the workshops based on where we are going.

That sounds interesting, but we probably won't have the manpower to go send you someone. You are more than welcome to come visit here.

• It looks like we may be getting a lot of interest from college architecture programs. Are there any special “selling points” you see for that audience?

Scale. :) The material “laybrick” (which we sell) is a good architecture material.


More with Dan Benamy this morning on Wiki organization, especially "Get Involved" section. --- Also discussed A/B testing for what we put up on the site... very interesting.

Thursday January 16, 2014

Exciting phone meeting with Scott Murray and Emily Aiken about San Diego workshops. Scott's school campus in Encinitas is ready and approved by State (less than 2 hours south of LA...near 5 Freeway). His goal is to "inspire minds across all ages" -- Wants to combine Agro-Ecology with Innovation Technology. -- Has 4 classrooms, restrooms, plenty of land... not fancy... I'll be visiting on January 30. - Great access to students. Also discussed other OSE collaborations. More to come.

Meeting with Dan Benamy. Tested BOM Generator for Dozuki guides. Working very well! -- also discussed his ideas for Wiki cleanup and his templates he's created. Excellent work. --- Further meeting today.


Wednesday January 15, 2014

Discussions with Chris about his meetings at Ball State. It looks like including 3D printing workshops for them would be viable. Architecture department very interested. - Discussed Chris coming to the 3D Printer Expo as well.

Continued workshop prep

Tuesday January 14, 2014

Questions for Lulzbot (awaiting response from Jeff)

• I'd like to get a handle on the capabilities of the KIT, as compared to the new TAZ 3. You had mentioned it doesn't have the digital display. Does it have untethered printing? (I'd imagine it doesn't). Does it compare to the earlier TAZ, such as the version reviewed in the Make Magazine 3D Printer edition

• Can the "missing" elements be added to the Kit if the customer wants the upgrade?

• In my notes, I had the Kit price as $638. Is that correct? If the upgrades are possible, how much would that add?

• Does end of March still look like a likely timeframe for the Kits to be ready?

• Big Question - It would be fantastic to come learn it, but for the first Workshops we would love to have a Lulzbot person be there as an expert instructor. Would it be possible to hire you, or one of your associates to join us? We're envisioning about 2 1/2 days for the workshops. We'd like to have the attendees build and then be able to troubleshoot the printer. We'll also include material on modeling, print software etc. -- We hope to customize the workshops based on where we are going.

• It looks like we may be getting a lot of interest from college architecture programs. Are there any special "selling points" you see for that audience?

• MOST IMPORTANT. We want to be sure we design this so it's advantageous to you. Please think about how our Workshop programs can best benefit you.

Monday January 13, 2014

Worked with Emily on some great "look and feel" ideas for OSE and Workshops.

From Emily:

Hi Rob…

Look at each of these links carefully. This guy and his partner should be crafting the OSE look and feel.

http://www.oliverjeffers.com/projects/collage

http://www.oliverjeffers.com/projects/sketchbook

http://www.oliverjeffers.com/projects/clocks-on-wood

http://www.oliverjeffers.com/projects/a-world-with-coffee

http://www.oliverjeffers.com/projects/book


Sunday January 12, 2014

UPDATED LINKS TO WORK PRODUCT:

WORKSHOP - OVERALL BUSINESS MODEL/PHILOSOPHY

https://docs.google.com/a/opensourceecology.org/document/d/1wUQdxB44RbXuByii03iqOhtuIkJtGthy6i_t_iKBPFc/edit

3D PRINTER CURRICULUM WORKSHEET

https://docs.google.com/a/opensourceecology.org/document/d/1IfV84f9iQMJRBvQSNqfRukoc-eoIswwaXHNZ9-Vw06E/edit#

3D PRINTER SMARTSHEET (only the secured shared version)

https://app.smartsheet.com/b/home?lx=j5h2TJTH0QUXZrNVN9--bg

3D PRINTER SPREADSHEET ON WIKI (for now, just showing the MicroCar Worksheet as example of embedded Smartsheet)

3D Printing Workshop Development Spreadsheet


Saturday January 11, 2014

Wrote a lot about possible "Workshop Company" business model/philosophy. Please see google doc I shared:

https://docs.google.com/a/opensourceecology.org/document/d/1wUQdxB44RbXuByii03iqOhtuIkJtGthy6i_t_iKBPFc/edit

Fri Jan 10

Rob - please post links to work product on your log, as I am not able to provide any substantive feedback. One comment on foldable kit: this has not been developed, we need to stick to proven models if our timeline for the first workshop is end of March. - Aloha:)

HI. Please review the Smartsheet and Google Doc I shared with you as they are my working documents that change throughout the day.


https://docs.google.com/a/opensourceecology.org/document/d/1IfV84f9iQMJRBvQSNqfRukoc-eoIswwaXHNZ9-Vw06E/edit#


Wednesday January 8, 2014

More talks with Chris about workshop technique, based on his recent experiences.

Tuesday January 7, 2014

Moving OHAI Kit documentation into Dozuki

Monday January 6, 2014

Develop two curriculum tracks for Workshops.

1. Kit Build

2. Assumes access to 3D printer already. 3D Printing training... more focus on creating model and printing techniques.

Friday January 3, 2014

Long talks with Chris regarding folding a 3D Printer Workshop into the Ball State week. May be a safer first Workshop.

Thursday January 2, 2014

Continuing compiling and reseaching 3D printing


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