interlinked
16 Gauge Aluminum Plate, 28 Gauge Tin Plate, Steel Rod, Steel File
Interlinked is a dual-state handheld object that is composed from 16 gauge aluminum and 28 gauge tin sheet. It consists of three key components: two aluminum “outer pieces” paired with an essential tin “inner hinge piece.” The connection of these components is achieved through the use of round-headed rivets, creating a super component that forms the backbone of the object. This assembly is repeated nine times and connected with aluminum tube stock to form hinges, resulting in a kinetic experience. The end pieces feature extended tin hinges, designed to accommodate a steel rod that can be inserted and removed to open and close the object. This feature allows for the interlinking of the entire object, forming a loop that transcends its kinetic nature, transforming the object into a more static entity.