Introduction

The Expression Technique Laboratory (ETL) facilitates students to hone practical skills by utilizing various tools and facilities for designing and developing innovative products through creating design sketches and physical models. By using wood and foam materials, students can create physical models of their designs. This process helps them express creative ideas into detailed and realistic sketches, making it easier to visualize and develop product concepts concretely. This laboratory also allows students to experience and evaluate the form and function of products directly through making physical models. A well-equipped and modern laboratory provides an ideal environment for developing prototypes. Students can combine various elements from different materials to create useful products and provide creative and innovative solutions. This process not only increases their understanding of design and manufacturing, but also gives them valuable practical design and manufacturing experience.

Equipment and Facility

Bench drill machine. A stationary drilling tool which is mounted on a workbench. This tool is equipped with a motor that drives the drill bit with an adjustable spindle. Bench drills are designed to provide high precision and strength in drilling various materials such as metal, wood, and plastic.

Mini wood bandsaw machine. The 8-inch Krisbow mini wood bandsaw is a wood cutting tool that uses a bandsaw and operates at 220 V. This machine is designed for small to medium sized wood cutting, and ideal for use in small workshops or do-it-yourself (DIY) projects.

Belt and disc sander machine. A sanding tool that combines two types of sanding surfaces: belt sanding and disc sanding. This tool has a motor that operates the sanding belt horizontally and the sanding disc vertically. It allows various types of sanding and finishing on materials, such as wood, metal, and plastic. At Binus ASO, the ETL has two belt and disc sander machines to facilitate students in doing their work faster.

Milling and drilling machine. A stationary tool that combines drilling and milling functions. This tool is designed to work with high precision, equipped with an adjustable worktable, and a motor that drives the drill bit and grinding function.

Bench lathe machine. A machining tool used to cut, shape, and smooth materials, especially metal, wood, or plastic. This machine is installed on a work bench and consists of two main parts: spindle and tailstock. The spindle rotates the material at a variable speed. On the other part, tailstock can be moved along the length of the table to hold the edge of the material and provide additional support.

Ryu RTS 10 table saw machine. A 10-inch table saw designed for precise wood cutting. This tool is equipped with a flat worktable that supports the material during cutting and a saw blade that can be adjusted for various cutting angles. This Ryu 10 table saw machine is usually used for straight cuts, corner cuts, and bevel cuts in wood.

Proxxon super circular table saw FET. Precision table saws are designed for cutting a variety of materials, such as wood, plastic, and light metals. This saw is well-known for its solid construction quality and accurate cutting capabilities. Typically used for applications and precision work, such as model building, crafts, and DIY projects. At Binus ASO, the ETL has two table saw machines that facilitate students to work in parallel.

Variable speed scroll saw. Precision cutting tools are designed to make detailed and complex cuts in various types of materials, such as wood, plastic, and light metals. This tool uses a saw blade that moves up and down continuously to cut material with complex and detailed shapes. A variable speed feature allows users to adjust the blade speed to conform with the type of cutting and material required. At Binus ASO, the ETL has two scroll saw machines of the same size, allowing students to work in parallel.

Supported Courses

At Binus-ASO School of Engineering, the ETL supported the following courses:

  • PDEN6025011 Expression Technique I
  • PDEN6030011 Expression Technique II