Bryn Lucas

Personal project · 2021

Pikler
triangle

A climbing frame for a toddler, from research to CNC to the living room.

Requirements, set before modelling

  • Dimensions suited to children's age groups
  • Adjusts from fully flat to folded for storage, without tools
  • Sturdy construction
  • Colourful
  • Supports gross motor skill development

Tools and processes

SolidWorks · Autodesk PowerMill toolpaths · 3-axis CNC · router, table saw and chop saw · industrial paint booth and spray equipment

Client
Personal project
Company
Independent
Role
Research, design, toolpathing, CNC machining, fabrication and finishing
Product
Pikler climbing triangle
SolidWorks model (screenshot)
01CAD SolidWorks model (screenshot)
PowerMill toolpaths, cut on a 3-axis CNC
02Toolpath + CNC PowerMill toolpaths, cut on a 3-axis CNC
Rungs sprayed in the paint booth
03Finish Rungs sprayed in the paint booth
Ladders glued and clamped
04Fabricate Ladders glued and clamped