Group 30 POSSIBILITY MACHINE (Posted 23 May 2025 14:00) – MSA LIVE 25

Group 30 / POSSIBILITY MACHINE

Shivsen P

Design Summary: Stability

Concept
The steel wire basket feet were designed to provide stability to The Possibility Machine, anchoring it securely in outdoor, public, and uneven environments. Inspired by the gabion-style rock cages often seen at the sides of motorways, used for erosion control and structural reinforcement, these wire forms brought an industrial yet pragmatic elegance to the design. The concept was driven by the need for flexible, removable weight distribution that didn’t compromise mobility or aesthetics.

Construction
Designed and developed by Irmak and Elena, the baskets were crafted from malleable yet durable steel wire, shaped into open cages that could be filled with heavy materials (rocks, bricks, or other found weight). Their modularity allowed them to be adapted for different terrains and weight needs, while their open form made them visually light and spatially unobtrusive. The simplicity of the form belied its strength, and the team iterated on scale, form, and attachment to ensure a secure and balanced outcome.

Assembly
The baskets were attached to the base of the machine frame, strategically placed to counterbalance the height and uneven weight of other components. The design allowed for quick placement and removal, making them ideal for a machine that needs to be both grounded and mobile. The group worked closely with Joseph to ensure that the baskets integrated seamlessly with the frame's modular system.

Use
In practice, the baskets could be filled on-site with local rocks and materials, demonstrating adaptability and resourcefulness. They provide subtle but critical grounding to the machine, ensuring stability during movement and community engagement activities. Beyond their practical function, the baskets echoed the project’s themes of reuse, site-responsiveness, and low-tech ingenuity, showing how even the most utilitarian components can carry conceptual weight.

Posted 23 May 2025 14:00

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