Computational Design Processes For Adaptive Biomechanics
From Multi-Material Hands, to High Performance Footwear with Jesus Marini Parissi
In the field of computational design and advanced manufacturing, Jesus Marini Parissi's journey from a mechatronic engineer to the founder of Moon Rabbit Adaptive Lab traces a commitment to innovation and the application of computational design in high-performance environments.
With a background that includes research at MIT, and collaborative projects with notable entities such as Ford, PUMA, ETH Zurich, and Inkbit, Marini's expertise spans a diverse range of applications, from impact-resistant automotive components to performance-optimized athletic footwear and advanced multi-material 3D printing.
His upcoming presentation at CDFAM Computational Design Symposium in Berlin on May 7-8, 2024, promises to delve into his exploration of high-performance and multi-material design, showcasing the forefront of computational design's application in product development and engineering at the bleeding edge of advanced manufacturing with a case study on a multi-material hand project with ETH Zurich
The main objective of this project was to design an organic shape that could be 3D printed in a single shot, utilizing different material properties and assigning independent functions to each section.
Design for multi-material 3D printing is currently in it’s infancy due to the lack of systems that can print multiple functional materials, and the software tools that can design design or simulate for these materials.
If we think of multi-material design as essentially an assembly it is not too difficult for engineers to get their head around, but when we start to think about gradient materials, and gradient meta-materials, things get very complex very quickly.
In this instance the design was an assembly of multi materials, rather than a spatial gradient.
The interview with Jesus Marini Parissi, leading up to his presentation at CDFAM, provides insight into his philosophical and practical approach to computational design. His educational journey from the Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México to MIT's Design Lab underlines a relentless pursuit of knowledge and the application of interdisciplinary approaches to solve complex design challenges.
At CDFAM Berlin, Marini will share more details on this specific multi material design project. and what led to it.
For those interested in the intersection of computational design and advanced manufacturing, the full interview with Jesus Marini Parissi is available on the CDFAM site, offering an extended glimpse into his work and philosophies.
To connect with Jesus and other experts in computational design across various scales and disciplines, registration for CDFAM Berlin is open.
The CDFAM Computational Design Symposium is a unique opportunity to engage with leading figures in the field, exchange ideas, and explore the future directions of computational design and its applications in engineering and architecture.