ViviClay: Designing and Fabricating Ceramics with Animation Effects on Physical Surfaces
summary
Embeds internal fluidic channels in 3D‑printed clay coated with thermochromic pigments, so hot water flowing through channels produces programmable, reversible surface animations rather than uniform mug fades. Key fabrication findings: clay moisture around 24% moisture, flat nozzle 1.2 mm and curved nozzle 1.5 mm; relief-style channels protrude to prevent collapse and reduce clogging, but drying/firing shrinkage still risks distortion. A Rhino Grasshopper parametric tool generates and previews printable models. Prototypes (teapots, cups) successfully reveal patterns, though sealed channels limit tilt-based interactivity.
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chapters (9)
- 0:00Introduction to ViviClay
- 1:10Dynamic ceramics concept
- 2:15Fabrication challenges and solutions
- 3:20Design space for ceramics
- 4:03Fabrication process overview
- 4:47Parametric design tool
- 5:44Video demonstration
- 7:34Future impact and vision
- 8:19Q&A session
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