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Material Surface Finishes

Elastomer; Rubber Tyre

Description: Original

Rubber is a strong, waterproof, elastic substance that is obtained from the latex sap of

tropical trees that can be vulcanized and finished into a variety of products and purposes.

Rationale:

I chose to replicate rubber because it is widely used in a range of ways. Examples include;

rubber tyres on cars, grips on power tools and handle bars on bicycles.

Attributes:

Rubber has a high tear and tensile strength, resilience and resistance to abrasion, friction,

extreme temperatures and water swell.

Applications + Samples:

Car Tyre Torch Grip Bicycle Handlebars Tool Grip Utensil Grip
Replication

Replication Process:

Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5

Sanded & primed the acrylic Lined up the elastic Sprayed two coats Use a strong super glue to Sprayed another two
to achieve a smooth bands on the square to of black under guard. attach the rubber bands. coats of black under guard.
base to work with. create a pattern. Final Result

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