Nolan Morris
Oregon based creative problem solver
Welcome
Designing efficient and effective solutions to complex problems demands the application of craftmanship, design, and engineering. The projects displayed here were created with the guiding principle that good design should boldly empower the user.
Prototyping Toolbox
After digital ideation, hands on prototype fabrication and test is crucial for uncovering critical faults and avoiding costly mistakes at larger production scales.
CNC Machining
Materials: Polymers, metals, composites, wood, high durometer rubbers
Uses: Precision component fabrication for 1 to 1000+ parts.
Downside: Some setup cost for new designs
Cost per part: Mid to high
3D Printing
Materials: PLA, ABS, PETG, PP, nylon, resins, metals
Uses: Fast iteration, injection molding stand in (MJF), difficult geometry, mold making
Downside: Wide array of printers with specialized uses, post processing on each completed part
Cost per part: Low to Mid range
Thermoforming
Materials: Polymer and composite sheets
Uses: Packaging, mold making, single use products
Downside: Requires tooling and post processing on each completed part
Cost per part: low
Laser Cutting
Materials: Wood, carboard, polymers, metals, composites
Uses: Precision patterning, etching, cutting, engraving, and coating removal
Downside: Some setup cost for new designs
Cost per part: Low to mid
Steel Rule Die Trim
Materials: Paper, foils, leather, carboard, polymer sheets, textiles, rubber, other thin substrates
Uses: Precision patterning, packaging and insert fabrication, paper goods, electrode trim, others
Downside: Requires tooling for each unique part
Cost per part: Low
Digital Toolbox
Programs and tools that have proven to be invaluable in the collaborative effort of creating new solutions.
