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Plan
By Phase By Day Calendar
Empathize
You will engage with woodworking experts and community partners to research and empathize with the historical and modern use of bows, understanding diverse needs and perspectives that will guide your bow-making project.
Days 1 - 4
Meet Woodworking Partners
Launch 60m
Define
You will synthesize your research and insights on bow-making to define a clear and actionable problem statement that addresses a real need or interest, preparing you for the subsequent ideation phase.
Days 5 - 8
Bow Problem Definition
Deliverable 90m
Ideate
You will brainstorm diverse bow-making designs and tillering techniques in collaboration with peers, refining your ideas through discussion and feedback sessions with woodworking experts, and begin drafting detailed plans that address both practical application and artistic creativity.
Days 9 - 13
Bow Concept Brainstorm
Deliverable 90m
Prototype
You will construct and test several bow prototypes using tillering techniques with peer collaboration and guidance from community partners, focusing on refining your designs based on critiques and understanding the physics behind bow mechanics.
Days 14 - 19
Bow Prototype Iteration
Deliverable 90m
Bow Test Documentation
Deliverable 60m
Test/Present
You will present your completed bow and accompanying poster to community partners and peers, demonstrating your understanding of tillering techniques and the physics of bow operation, while receiving feedback to refine your knowledge and craftsmanship.
Days 20 - 25
Bow Exhibition Poster
Assessment