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Revision as of 00:53, 29 January 2014
Sunday Jan 26, 2014
Completed first draft of 3D Printer promo script. Need feedback and advice.
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
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.
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
3D PRINTER CURRICULUM WORKSHEET
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:
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.
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
Tuesday December 31, 2013
Received Kit BOM from Jeff. Will incorporate this and all step-b-step documentation into Dozuki
http://devel.lulzbot.com/TAZ/3.0/production_docs/TAZ_3.0-BOM-Kit.ods
Monday Dec 30, 2013
Spoke with Century LInk about canceling internet at Farm. Difficult and expensive to do. We are on a two year contract so we are obligated to pay $200/line to cancel. Reducing service is not a significant savings.
Sunday Dec 29, 2013
Created Smartsheet for 3DP Workshops
https://app.smartsheet.com/b/publish?EQBCT=ed872b0a1a034cd79a01f07d3217a953
3D Printing Workshop Development Spreadsheet
Sat Dec 21, 2013 - Sat Dec 28, 2013
Extensive research and planning for 3D Printing workshops.
http://www.3dprinterworldexpo.com/ January 31-February 1 here in Burbank
Communication with Jeff Moe regarding the OHAI Kits.
Main note from Jeff:
"The kits are still a ways off.
We are building many machines right now. We recently finished all our back orders and have 43 boxed up on hand ready to ship. We can build 10+ machines a day. We did 14 on Friday. This batch is around 420 machines.
We are ordering for 512 more machines for assembly. We will likely order all the kit parts at that time. It can take awhile for it all to arrive, maybe March. By that time, we will have a new area of our factory floor laid out where we will be building the kits. The kits will be minimal versions with low cost in mind, so they likely won't include parts like the LCD. I don't have a BOM handy, but I mailed our CTO to get it and we'll put it on the devel server. Lets us know what ideas you may have for the kit itself.
Do you know how many kits you'll want to start with? Any projections for how many for the coming months?
If you or anyone else at Open Source Ecology would like to come out and go through our system to learn it, we are open to that.
Thanks,
-Jeff"
Friday Dec 20, 2013
Several hours at Emily's office with Emily and Ian working through the website.
Thur Dec 19, 2013
Meetings with Emily Aiken and Ian Hilton on new website. In person work session on Friday.
Saturday Dec 14, 2013 - Wed Dec 18, 2013
Factor e Farm 2014 planning sessions with Marcin and Chris
Worked with Sam on 3D printer workshop plan - Lulzbot connection establish to build kits and offer design background and more importantly, solid advice on using and troubleshooting the machine.
Thursday Dec 12, 2013
Developed Smartsheet for Schedule/Website/SEO/College Tours
Tue Dec 10, 2013
Wheaton College - first formal summer internship program, being submitted. $3k for travel + OSE. Norton, Mass.
Friday, December 6, 2013
1.5 hour meeting with Yann on Microcar. Preparing Google doc...
Meeting with Josh Hancock and Emily Aiken about Microcar. Preparing Google doc on all of above
Thursday, December 5, 2013
Long planning session with Chris
Re-cut Shuttleworth video to include new trencher footage:
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Wednesday, December 4, 2013
Excellent lunch with new marketing director at Petersen Automotive Museum. He's totally on board with Microcar. New plan formulating based on his ideas.
Tuesday, December 3, 2013
Met with web/SEO expert today and discussed website. Clear we must upgrade the site NOW. Putting together info right away. Report to come
Monday, December 2, 2013
Editing the Shuttleworth video for the last few days.
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Tuesday, November 26, 2013
Worked with Scott on Dozuki, Trovebox and Premiere (editing). His stuff looks great.
Editing 2013 Review video.
Monday, November 25, 2013
Full focus on 2013 in Review video.
Wednesday, November 20, 2013
Powerpoint presentation for Engineers meeting
Trenchers tiimelapses with music and titles - Rotor and Disk
Tuesday, November 26, 2013
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Tuesday, November 19, 2013
Continue realtime documentation of trencher.
Good long meeting with Emily Aiken about overall social media and OS Car.
Excellent information at Crowdfunding seminar last night. Adam Chapnick, principal at indidgogo very interested in Open Source Car
Ran into old friend who teaches architecture at USC, Mina Chow. Very interested in hearing more about OSE and Microhouse
Monday, November 18, 2013
continue realtime documentation
Invited to crowd funding seminar tonight
Sunday, November 17, 2013
Successful realtime documentation of Trencher wheel unit
Dozuki guide started
Saturday, November 16, 2013
Sprint focusing on Trencher build. Setup realtime documentation plan with Trovebox and Dozuki.
Created photos of Lifetrac 6 wheel units from video and setup Dozuki rough How-to
Wednesday, November 13, 2013
New direction for Microhouse commercial. continued organizing the 17++ hours of footage for whatever script we decide on.
Tuesday, November 12, 2013
Revised Microhouse commercial script. Chris recorded the VO and I cut it into the Editing Project. Runs about 2:30
Organizing and preparing the Microhouse footage for Commercial and other uses... documentary...other promos
Monday, November 11, 2013
Begin scripting Microhouse commercial with Chris
Recorded version of the script and created an MP3 edited voiceover (with my voice)
Saturday, November 9, 2013
Lasersaur build documentation
Determining Documentation priorities for upcoming weeks. Would like input. - info below listed at http://opensourceecology.org/wiki/Video_Wish_List
PENDING VIDEO PRODUCTIONS and Documentation Projects
Microhouse Commercial
Locate and Post Wheel Unit Stills (or create stills from video)
Feature Jean-Baptiste in a Blog post as our new Lead Graphics Designer
Post Emmett animations
Located Microhouse site clearing footage - create stills and post.
Organize Trovebox into "modules" for Microhouse etc.
Microhouse "documentary"
Edit 40 Minute Lifetrac 6 Cab Module tape into short Step-by-Step guide as POC
All Shot Tapes and Cards quickly edited and posted to Latakoo. Pending tapes: Lifetrac 6 - 7 Hours OSBG Build - 9 Hours 6 in 60 - 11 Hours Microhouse - 17 Hours (approximately 3 hours of Backhoe mixed in)
- Also Emmett shot approximately 30% beyond these numbers for Lifetrac 6 and Microhouse
Hydaulics 101 - add visuals - Popcorn and chalkboard style.
50 Machines Series - A short "2 Minute" video on each of the 50 machines. What is it?. Why chosen? End uses. Design Concept. Status.
Welding Instruction - Shoot with John.
- Explore EXPLAINER STYLE videos/graphics for all productions.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Explainer_video
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EtclcWGG7WQ&feature=fvstc
These are a couple a friend has done, but don't think he can afford to do these on a volunteer basis... maybe he can "consult"
Friday, November 8, 2013
Lasersaur build documentation
Good talks with Yann on the Hangout about OS Car. I ran across this other OS Car Project and discussed it with Yann. Interesting, but not a very forward thinking design. Could be an alternative for a larger option:
Been speaking with Emily about social media strategy. She does have a plan worked out. We should talk with her and Chris soon.
Thursday, November 7, 2013
Lasersaur build documentation.
Worked with Chris on scripting and prep for revised Microhouse commercial.
Saturday, November 2, 2013 - Wednesday November 6, 2013
Lasersaur build documentation.
Friday, November 1, 2013
Lasersaur Documentation prep - I used Trovebox App on my iPhone to take photos... uploaded to Laser Cutter Trovebox Album. At the same time I made them Public and simply typed the Name (Step 1) into the Title field.
In an App called Voice Memos if recorded the Step Info and emailed the files (I emailed one to you). The files are automatically named with the time.
Then I transferred all the info and photos to Dozuki.
http://opensourceecology.dozuki.com/Guide/Installing+Module+-+Photo+test+Photos+for+Build/95
Simple and really organized... and hopefully fail safe.
Toured possible dedicated area at CVS for Microcar event
http://opensourceecology.org/wiki/File:CVS_space.JPG
