04LAB EXPERIMENT
EXP_003 /SURFACE & MATERIAL LOGIC.
THESIS. Surface behavior is not random—it is the result of controlled relationships between structure, material, and environmental forces. By mapping these variables, we can design interfaces that respond with intent.
STATUSTESTING
01METHOD / OBJECTIVE
- Systematically vary material, texture, and treatment.
- Measure surface response under motion, pressure, and light.
- Identify consistent behaviors and embed in design language.
02RESULTS OVERVIEW
TEXTURE RESPONSE0.82CONSISTENCY SCORE
FRICTION COEFFICIENT0.37AVG COF
LIGHT SCATTER68%DIFFUSE INDEX
DURABILITY CYCLE12.4KCYCLES TO SHIFT
03VISUAL STUDIES
- 01
MICRO TOPOGRAPHY
Hex pattern / pressure map
- 02
MATERIAL FLOW
Shear response visualization
- 03
LIGHT INTERACTION
Grazing angle analysis
- 04
WEAR SIMULATION
Cycle 0 – 12.4K
04LAB LOG
- 05.12.2509:14Experiment initialized.
- 05.12.2509:47Material batch A applied.
- 05.12.2510:22Friction test sequence complete.
- 05.12.2511:03Light scatter analysis captured.
- 05.12.2512:18Wear simulation finalized.
05FINDINGS
- 01Micro-geometry governs initial friction more than base material.
- 02Surface energy distribution predicts light scatter behavior.
- 03Controlled wear creates desirable aesthetic + functional patina.
- 04Repeatable relationships enable systematized surface design.