Robin Godwyll

Scale up digital fabrication projects by utilising robotic arms. I can help you develop custom robotic fabrication processes for a wide range of applications, including additive manufacturing, subtractive manufacturing, and hybrid fabrication techniques.

Visual programming and custom tool development in Grasshopper for architecture, product design, and digital fabrication. I can create custom algorithms, scripts, and workflows to enhance your existing Grasshopper definitions or help you develop new ones from scratch. Whether you need help with data manipulation, geometry generation, or fabrication toolpath creation, you will receive adaptable, modular Grasshopper definitions that can be easily integrated into your design process and adapted to future projects.

I can help you develop custom digital fabrication processes for a wide range of applications, including 3D printing, CNC milling, laser cutting, and hybrid fabrication techniques. Wether you are using existing machines or develop your own Hardware, I can assist with everything from design optimization for fabrication to the development of custom toolpaths and workflows that integrate with your existing design and manufacturing processes.

I can help you develop your skills and knowledge through hands-on workshops, lectures, and mentorship. I provide tailored classes according to your industry and level of experience. Topics can include digital fabrication techniques, additive manufacturing, computer vision applications, and computational design workflows.

Develop custom computational design tools, algorithms, and workflows to enhance your design process and enable new possibilities in architecture, product design, or digital fabrication. Computational Design can integrate simulation, optimization, and generative design techniques to create innovative solutions that are both functional and aesthetically compelling. I can help you develop custom computational design tools and workflows that integrate with your existing design process and software, such as Grasshopper, Rhino, Fusion 360 or Blender.

Using computer vision to enable robotic automation and quality control in manufacturing processes. I can help you develop custom computer vision systems for a wide range of applications, including object recognition, defect detection, and process monitoring. Wether you want to develop your own systems or utilize existing Cameras and software like Cognex or Keyence, I can help you develop and validate your solutions.

Translate design concepts into detailed CAD models and 3D visualizations for prototyping, manufacturing, or presentation purposes. I can work with various CAD software such as Fusion 360, Solidworks, Rhino and Autodesk Inventor to create precise and manufacturable designs.

Ozero is a multi-axis fdm printed footwear prototype developed by Neri Oxman in New York. As a consultant I created an optimization process for the 6 axis printing strategy that uses the robotic arm to print directly onto a last. The optimization algorithm produces toolpaths that avoid collisions, axis limits and singularities. The process allows for complex geometries and material placement that would be difficult to achieve with traditional 3D printing methods.

Davinci Kitchen develops a robotic kitchen that prepares meals with precision and creativity, blending culinary arts with cutting-edge technology. I contributed to the mechanical design by optimizing gripping geometries and strategies. And helped to run the first iteration of the commercial prototype in real-world conditions.

Robotic CNC Milling for spatial wood construction. Research and development of robotic fabrication techniques for complex geometries in wood, enabling new possibilities in architectural design and construction.

Robotic CNC Milling for spatial wood construction. Research and development of robotic fabrication techniques for complex geometries in wood, enabling new possibilities in architectural design and construction.

Computer Vision and Robotic Automation for manufacturing. Development of a robotic quality control system using computer vision to identify and sort parts on a production line.

Druckwerk is a collective of Designers working with 3D printed ceramics. I have collaborated with them on various projects, including the development of custom robotic fabrication techniques for ceramic production and the design of unique ceramic pieces that explore the possibilities of 3D printing in ceramics.

Workshops and teaching on robotic fabrication for Design and Art students. In these workshops students learned to use robotic arms in their own artistic and design practices, exploring the creative possibilities of robotic fabrication through hands-on projects and experimentation. Read More.

Design and Fabrication of a mobile exhibition space. The Energiewendemobil is a mobile exhibition space designed to educate and engage the public on the energy transition. I contributed to the design and CNC-fabrication of the mobile unit, which features interactive displays and exhibits that explore renewable energy technologies and sustainable living practices.

Interactive AI-driven Installation as part of the "Bodydrift – Anatomies of the Future" exhibition. The installation featured a robotic arm with a camera that tracked visitors facial expressions and movements and used an Ai sentiment analysis model to evaluate their emotional state. The robot then drew a portrait of the visitor and noted the emotional state on the drawing. The project highlights current applications of ai that seek to quantify and analyze the most personal aspects of our lives. It asks how we respond to systems once we realize they are watching, analyzing, and interpreting us.