Making a cubic trefoil knot from solid wood
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- čas přidán 7. 04. 2016
- This video follows the process of making a trefoil knot from a solid wooden cube. The object has no purpose- other than to create wonder when viewed, or to serve as a display of the wide range for possibility.
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The shape is undoubtedly complex, and so it can quickly become confusing to make one; it is difficult to recreate a shape that you do not first understand. To overcome this obstacle, I use a very simple approach: My goal is to reduce its complexity into a series of simpler constituent steps. At first, the cube consists of 343 little sub-cubes (because 7³ = 343). The task is to remove any cubes that are not part of the design.
Along each step, the cubes that can be removed are, much as a reductive artist (such as a sculptor) would do. So now if you imagine our completed trefoil as a continuous string of 48 cubes, we simply must free the 295 cubes that surround it. We only take the cubes that we are certain we can take, so that each step is a step that we understand the purpose of. Understand the parts, and you will understand the whole (at least in this case).
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With respect to its finish: I am well aware that it could be shinier and more attention-grabbing. I could have lacquered it to 'wow' viewers in the reveal, but I wanted it to look genuine. It has a few flaws, but there are no tricks; this thing was actually carved out of a solid block, and you can tell that when you look at it.
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Orthographic limitation: According to our orthographic template, after the table-saw actions were complete, the object was done. This was not the case. Additional information was still needed to proceed. The mathematical reasons for this are complex and numerous, but the simple fact is such: Orthographic maps are incomplete tools that serve only to aid in human understanding. Much is missing, but our tools must have limits in their design, because we have limits. We lack the processing power to also incorporate a wire-frame isometric model of the object into the existing (simplified) model already in our heads. I am not belittling our intelligence; I find it amazing that I am capable of rotating an imaginary colored cube in my head, and that ability has been enough for me to get by.
Here is a model that will more clearly expose orthographic limitation to you. Imagine a blueprint with views along the X,Y, and Z axes (front, side and top). The blueprint looks the same in every picture: A circle. It would be natural to conclude that the object is a sphere. But a cylinder would still look like a circle from the end, so imagine cutting out a cylinder along all three planes- the finished object would not be a ball at all. It would still have edges! Our psychology likes to fill in the gaps of what we don't know with assumptions based on our past experiences, and this usually works. But it can be tricked, so we would do well to stay aware of it. Thanks for reading this ;)
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"Finding Movement" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Here are some more fantastic examples from other people who made these!
*In Aluminum, (by Jeremy Schmidt):
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*In _Lego,_ (by Byron Schmidt)
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*In Aluminum, (by Dan Serviss):
czcams.com/video/LTMcC-EP98A/video.html
i also made one, outta plastic ;D
There are drills that makes square holes.
Using one of those will speed up the manufacturing process..... i think :p
pocket83 munjose redondo y sus mquetas
Love the video man I loved making this and my girlfriend love it for her birthday present.
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I don't even know if he thought of it as a joke or he's serious about it xD
Yes I know, but what I don't know is if he is being serious about it.
Your unusually dull. Wish I could have your skills though!
Ashton Grist Writing English is a skill too.
you're unusually bad at having good grammar
Stunning. Best craftsmanship I've seen in a long time.
Wow. Thank you! You might even say that this one is _extra fancy._
This is my favorite channel.
DUDE. This is fricking awesome! Great job figuring out how to cut and shape it like that.
Thank you! It's really not hard. Just pick a complicated shape, and then stare at it for a week. Then the answers will just come to you!
The problems start when you want to _stop_ thinking about the shape.
VERY cool!
Nice practical use for one of those oscillating saws, both to cut and to sand.
Thanks John;) I held off getting one for a long time, but it turned out to be way better than I'd guessed. It's like 15$ at Harbor Crap. I HIGHLY recommend the sanding function/trick.
your perfectionist style is so satisfying to watch!
Wow, that's brilliant. Came here via the knot connection, have never done any woodwork but already hooked on your channel.
I have another geometric form to release that will be _much_ simpler to build! I promise! Expect that in a few weeks, after some other diversions. In the meantime, have a great weekend ;)
awesome! I love your videos!
+pocket83 Instructions unclear, my woodshop has burned to the ground, it may have involved gasoline and a road flare, also, I dont have a woodshop, :)
lone wolf good good, your on the right track, start applying the lacker now
look forward to it.
+pocket83 On a 0 - 10 Scale, how hard was this?
Very nicely done. The final piece looked as if one section is detached and floating, which is part of the overall illusion. Nice!
The quality of these videos is getting better all the time. Amazing shots, great content, love the vids!
This... is my favourite channel
I don't know why, but suddenly this is my favorite channel.
Somehow i don't get bored watching videos of this channel, even the long ones.
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Thank you for taking the time to share this amazing wood working!
i really love how accurate and precise your work always is and its so relaxing to watch and enjoy,i love your vidoes
Thanks again Mr Pocket for another craft project! Your videos are great viewing no matter how long they are.
Love these vids with off the beaten path ideas. Well explained, well edited, not a lot of nonsense. Great job!
BEAUTIFUL !!! Thanks for showing this.
If I hadn’t become a professional musician, I would have loved to further explore my appreciation for woodworking. I can really appreciate the artistry and finesse with which you work your craft, especially with the micrometer. Wow! Thanks for sharing!
Pound for pound, this channel has the most tips jam-packed into it.
I'm always happy when a new pocket83 is in my queue.
A really intriguing display of geometric woodworking. Absolutely impressive. I may just give that a shot. Thanks for the video.
Hats off to you dude. Geometry wasnt my thing in HS and apparently still isnt today but watching you make it was fascinating. Thanks for sharing.
After watching further into this video, I have to say that this is my favorite channel now.
You are absolutely phenomenal. I so very much enjoy your videos.
I'm especially impressed at your artistic choice to leave some interior corners rounded. Just beautiful!
this is surprisingly calming, especially your voice and the sound of the power tools
I Appreciate the time and effort you put into making these videos! Your style and art's so relaxing. Wish I could have an ounce of your creativity and patience. Thanks again!
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A GREAT job. You were very good at explaining the process. Probably FAR over MY head but will surely try it thanks to your ability to simplify. Thank you for sharing.
The precision smoothing plane you used was amazing.
Am I the only one that finds Pocket's editing skills getting better?... I mean the play with depth and mirrors... the circular saw popping up (I could hear the poor walnut screaming in fear)... EXCELLENT... Thanks Pocket... looking forward!!!
I love the really fast flashes of text. Nice touch!
A true master of his craft.
i really enjoy your complex simple woodworking deally with shapes like this in three dimensions. keep up the challenging work!
You made a wood mobius-like strip, and at first, I couldnt tell how the heck it was standing up, then it finally hit me. Very cool, btw love the guinea pig!
It certainly created wonder for me. This is a wonderful demonstration and your thought process and skills are very impressive. The final piece is beautiful. Thanks for sharing.
You are a man of great patience!
This is incredible! I had never even thought of this, and had someone told me I would have assumed it would not be possible. Great work Mr. Pocket! I saw you have more coming soon. I hope to see more 3D geometric wood projects. Maybe a Mobius loop?
Such a very intricate process, and such a cool outcome. I would definitely mess this up so many times if I even had the tools to make it, but I still enjoyed watching how you did it.
Awesome, fantastic project!!
I'm really tempted to try making this from aluminum, not sure I have the patience though... :)
+Jeremy Schmidt please do!!
+Cactus! workshop Ok, I'm going to try at least! :)
+Jeremy Schmidt And you did a great job too.
Right thats the first thing i thought. On the manual mill. Take a long time but be bad ass
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Accurate calculations, good planning, precise machining, beautiful result 👍
So cool; this is my kind of project! Awesome work, Mr. Pocket.
Favorite channel on CZcams. Feel so lame for discovering it so late.
The machining process is superb, but the design process reveals your genius!
i love the way that in your videos you have a small mirror set up that almost shows your face or it does but its massively out of focus or just off to the side you have a framed photo of mathias wendal thank you for putting small cool things like that in your videos it just adds something to them i dont really know how to explain it
It's been said by a few people now, (in fact I've probably said it myself) but this is my favourite channel. I've even recommended it to people with no interest in woodwork.
That was really awesome! Makes me wanna get some wood working tools and start making things.
Nicely shot and edited. Thank you.
Beautiful! Thanks for sharing.
smart and patience! Thanks for showing me the trick of applying sandpaper to my multi-tool blade! Love it! daaaa!
I love your guinea pig! So cute!!!
You're most certainly a Craftsman that's for sure. love your videos
Reminds me of a valknut, love it man
I can see you put a lot of effort in your videos, it makes the viewing experience very pleasant. Thank you.
That's beautiful!! Very very impressive
Fantastic video and fantastic project.
Wow! Patience, Curiosity, Determination & Experience = Magic.
Another great project, bit of thinking required here though.
It just looks fantastic as a conversational display.
Thanks for the idea.
I learned 5 things in this video, not even counting the last tip. Thanks and subscribed.
defenetly! THIS IS MASTERPIECE!!!
Thank you, very enjoyable and very high quality craftsmanship, well done and thank you for sharing your work 👍🏻
I always loved pieces without joints, made from a single part... I know it is too much harder but the result is great. Nice job.
I just can't get over how beautiful that piece of wood is
Awesome, great build. Those little vibratory tools get into a lot of places that a hacksaw can't reach.
You're my favorite woodworker nerd.
Awesome! Thank you for sharing!
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Beautiful peaceful video. Wonderful skill.
Very neat, I'm going to have to try 3d printing this. This is my favorite channel.
Junk Pile O matic is my favorite channel. But for some reason I am fond of this channel also.
that's really amazing you're an extremely talented woodworker
Toooootally awesome man! excellent!
I don't know why but after watching this video I feel like this is the best channel I've seen on CZcams recently.
Amazing! Thanks for taking the tin to make and share
Your videos are surprisingly relaxing. First time viewer and I will definitely be coming back to see more!
+Martin Cooks Thank you! I hope you enjoy them.
Thank you for your thoroghness. (sp). I learned a lot. Two thumbs up!
for some reason this is suddenly my favorite channel
Is it bad that my favourite bit of this vid was you sticking sandpaper to a multimaster? That trick if it works is going to save me years on my life
Nice project, and thanks for the spout tip. I marvel at the trefoil, but I would fondle the cube for weeks and never cut it.
Wonderful. I really enjoy watching you craft.
Such an inquiring mind,you are superb !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Very cool and well executed. 10/10
I absolutely love it!!
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I don't understand why I like this channel so much, nice build.
Simply amazing. Thanks for sharing
that was so worth the effort, well done.
I enjoyed watching that, nice work.
oh man! your videos are so relaxing to watch, really sophisticated and well presented!
I should go to sleep but i'll just watch until i fall a sleep
I like the sound effects when it's in fast forward *like a little chipmunk* to me, it represents the sound of my "time not wasted"; Thank you for that :-)
Excellent job, Mr. Escher would be proud. : )
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Brilliant stuff! Thank you.
Best Wishes, Brendan.
Thank you, sir. Glad you keep coming back.
Excellent job!
I’m feeling priviledged to watch such a great craftmanship and expertise at play, and so much dedication put to what you do.
I enjoy things getting done well, really well.
Most of the time with such a high level of expectation, that I get disappointed.
But this time I was not disappointed.
Cheers !
Found this more than just interesting...it borders on hypnotic for me. Thanks!
I appreciate that! Not to sound pretentious, but I really put thought into visual appeal. The shiny bowl, the colored pencils- it's all staged.
The design is found more in the video than in the object; the trefoil knot is just our MacGuffin. It's a golden carrot that we chase to show that we can make anything we want.
+pocket83 "What is a MacGuffin?"
(Just in case someone doesn't know... I find that story interesting, though.)
i love your videos. So cool man, keep up the great work.
what an amazing build! id love to make one of my own but im not at all at that level yet lol 😁