Fabrication Protocol // Phase Log
Chronological Build Milestones
Step-by-step documentation of the cell diorama we’ve built. From initial biological blueprinting and precision 3D CAD modeling to custom resin organelle casting, internal fiber-optic circuitry, and interactive QR mobile integration.
Total Fabrication
16 Weeks
Collaborative Team
6 Members
Sub-Assemblies
38 Components
QR Telemetry Target
Live Mobile
PHASE 012 Weeks
Sprint W1-W22D Conceptual Sketches & Biological Blueprinting
Formulating cellular dimension ratios, validating organelle spatial hierarchies, and producing millimeter-accurate drafting layouts for physical fabrication.
Lead Specialists:Alex Johnson & Emma Chen
Sourced Materials
- Mylar Grid Sheets
- Technical Inks
- Cell Biology Atlases
- Digital Vector Templates
Engineering Telemetry
- Scale Ratio: 15000:1
- Anatomical Accuracy Check: 100%
- Specimen Type: Eukaryotic Cell
01
PHASE 023 Weeks
Sprint W3-W53D Computer-Aided Modeling & Spatial Planning
Translating cross-sectional biological drafts into solid CAD meshes, conducting volumetric tolerance calculations, and organizing internal mounting anchors.
Lead Specialists:Sam Nguyen
Sourced Materials
- Parametric CAD Suites
- Test Polyhedra
- Scale Ergonomic Jigs
- Digital Slicers
Engineering Telemetry
- Volumetric Capacity: 48,000 cm³
- Tolerance Margin: ±0.5 mm
- Structural Anchor Points: 24
02
PHASE 031.5 Weeks
Sprint W6-W7Material Sourcing & Bio-safe Polymer Selection
Testing optical clarity of epoxy resins, sourcing non-toxic modeling mediums, and confirming chemical stability of transparent outer chamber shells.
Lead Specialists:Maria Lopez
Sourced Materials
- Optical UV-Resin
- Polymer Clays
- High-Density Foam
- Surgical Grade Silicone
Engineering Telemetry
- Refractive Index: 1.54 nD
- Cure Temp: 24°C Ambient
- Eco-Toxicity Rating: Zero Hazard
03
PHASE 044 Weeks
Sprint W8-W11Organelle Clay Sculpting & Resin Casting
Precision hand-sculpting of complex inner membrane folds (mitochondria cristae, Golgi bodies), curing casting molds, and multi-tone pigment coating.
Lead Specialists:Maria Lopez & Sam Nguyen
Sourced Materials
- Pigmented Resins
- Bakeable Clay
- Enamel Micro-Paints
- Silicone Negative Molds
Engineering Telemetry
- Mitochondria Units: 14
- Ribosome Granules: 450+
- Membrane Layers: Multi-coat Gloss
04
PHASE 052.5 Weeks
Sprint W12-W14Circuitry & Internal Micro-LED Wiring
Embedding insulated fiber-optic channels and micro-LED nodes across mitochondrial cores and the nucleus to provide illuminated educational inspection.
Lead Specialists:Tariq El-Sayed & Lina Patel
Sourced Materials
- SMD Micro-LEDs (470nm)
- Fiber Optic Strands
- Solid Core Copper
- Pulse Control Board
Engineering Telemetry
- Luminous Flux: 320 lm
- Power Draw: 5V DC / 1.2A
- Illuminated Zones: 8 Subsystems
05
PHASE 062 Weeks
Sprint W15-W16Final Diorama Chamber Assembly & Calibration
Sealing the anti-reflective display case, aligning internal holographic illumination, and linking physical QR telemetry tags for visitor digital access.
Lead Specialists:Full 6-Member Team
Sourced Materials
- Brushed Silver Trim
- Anti-Glare Acrylic
- QR Telemetry Plates
- Shock Absorbing Base
Engineering Telemetry
- Chamber Dimensions: 60x60x45 cm
- QR Accessibility: Instant 60 FPS
- Exhibit Status: Fully Certified
06
Interactive Specimen Inspection
Inspect the Individual Organelles
Explore the completed diorama components in depth, or examine the detailed biological roles and sculpting specifications for each cell structure.
Fabrication Specs // Materials Log
Materials and Fabrication Specifications
Every organelle and structural boundary in the cell diorama we have built is engineered from tactile, archival mediums. Discover how clear polymers, precision acrylics, and brushed metallic enamels bring microscopic biology into physical focus.
SPEC-01 // RES-CL
Cytoplasm & Matrix
Matrix Polymer Verified
Optical Resin Casting
High-grade clear casting resin embedded with suspended micro-pigments to simulate cellular cytoplasm with internal holographic depth.
Durability:High Impact / UV-Cured
Finish:99.2% Optic Transparency
SPEC-02 // PMMA-SP
Nucleus & Nucleolus
Optical Enclosure Verified
Precision Acrylic Spheres
Lathe-polished acrylic domes providing an unobstructed 360-degree cross-section perspective into chromatin strands and nuclear pores.
Durability:Scratch-Resistant PMMA
Finish:Polished Specular Sheen
SPEC-03 // PLY-SC
Mitochondria & Golgi
Tactile Medium Verified
Polymer Clay Sculpting
Hand-modeled high-density polymer clay shaped to micro-scale accuracy to illustrate complex inner folds of cristae and folded cisternae.
Durability:Oven-Hardened / Sealed
Finish:Satin Biological Texture
SPEC-04 // MET-CH
Cell Membrane Trim
Surface Coating Verified
Metallic Chrome Enamel
Reflective metallic enamel accents applied to structural lipid bilayers, framing the diorama with high-contrast laboratory aesthetics.
Durability:Industrial Anti-Oxidant
Finish:Brushed Silver & Cobalt
Total Mediums4 Core SystemsArchival Grade
Fabrication Scale1:250,000Macro Proportional
Build Team6 ContributorsCross-Disciplinary
Access ProtocolQR Direct LinkLive Interactive Mode
Fabrication record compiled by the 6-member Diorama Design Cohort.