Charlotte Nordmoen's Pottery Maker Utilizes a Precise Robotic Arm
Riley von Niessen — July 18, 2016 — Tech
Charlotte Nordmoen is a student from Central Saint Martins in London, England, and the designer of a robotic pottery maker that emulates the movements of a human hand.
The device uses a sculpture of a human finger made from silicone that's adhered to a mechanical arm in order to get a soft finish on the pieces it produces. With this, the pottery maker can be programmed with an algorithm to create a specific design at a faster rate than human laborer could.
While the devices have the potential to take some of the stress away from artists who need to make large orders of ceramics at a time, Charlotte Nordmoen explained the design by saying: "The project isn't meant as a serious proposal to put potters out of work, rather as a way of asking questions."
The device uses a sculpture of a human finger made from silicone that's adhered to a mechanical arm in order to get a soft finish on the pieces it produces. With this, the pottery maker can be programmed with an algorithm to create a specific design at a faster rate than human laborer could.
While the devices have the potential to take some of the stress away from artists who need to make large orders of ceramics at a time, Charlotte Nordmoen explained the design by saying: "The project isn't meant as a serious proposal to put potters out of work, rather as a way of asking questions."
Trend Themes
1. Robotic Pottery Sculptors - The trend of using robotic arms for pottery production offers opportunities for increased efficiency and precision in the ceramics industry.
2. Emulating Human Hand Movements - The trend of designing robotic arms that mimic the movements of a human hand opens up possibilities for a wide range of applications across industries, including manufacturing and healthcare.
3. Algorithmic Design Creation - The trend of programming algorithms to create specific designs using robotic devices presents opportunities for automated and customizable production in various industries.
Industry Implications
1. Ceramics - The ceramics industry can leverage robotic pottery sculptors to increase productivity, reduce labor costs, and create unique and intricate designs.
2. Manufacturing - The manufacturing industry can benefit from the use of robotic arms that emulate human hand movements for tasks that require precision, speed, and repeatability.
3. Healthcare - The healthcare industry can explore the use of robotic arms that replicate human hand movements for tasks such as surgeries, rehabilitation, and patient care, enabling improved precision and enhanced outcomes.
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