Using CNC milling equipment and other processes, design and manufacture a functional Stool. The stool’s design must be inspired by an aspect of the natural environment. The design must be appropriately scaled, with a seat height of 17” to 20”. The design must be beautiful, well-finished, and Incorporate one element from a 3d printer.

During the design process I wanted to make something that had a dark feel that also resembled a bit of danger. That’s when Arackno Stool was created. My plan was that people could interact with but also be an art piece that someone can look it.

The wood that was used is a 3/4 inch 4’x4’ of Russian Plywood. It was cut out with a 3 axis CNC machine using the CAM tool paths from Fusion 360. The stool comprises of only 10 pieces and it’s joined together with wood screws. The wood screws we’re intending to be hidden by the glow in the dark resin that would be later added in. Dog bones were also used at the corners were the CNC mill could not cut. This allowed for a square edge to fit perfectly in without having to do any hand labor.

The tolerance was a little tight so some of the legs needed to be sanded down to fit.

In this project, there were many skills and lessons learned. The most useful tool used in this project was the CNC machine. . The seat is quite comfortable and offers a large surface area for many adults to fit on. When not being used, it can be used as a side table next to a chair or a small table for some coffee. The base of the stool also adds a small storage area which will be protected by the 3d printed spider.

The glow in the dark resin was activated with a blacklight.