Skeletal open-concept computer case (GPU focused)Blind

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Description:
Hello. We're looking for skeletal open-concept computer case designs with emphasis on showing-off the GPU component.

'Less is more' to achieve minimal footprint during manufacturing - ideally restricted to aluminium cnc machining and bending.

Have fun-- this is a competition that encourages ambition.

After award, we will contact our chosen designer to enter R&D process with us + additional payment.

Example: please view below as an ideal design, however, do not submit similar as this is a competitor.

preview.redd.it/gxsfjwlm4c651.jpg

Optional inspiration: www.raindesigninc.com/mtower.html
Wants:
Clarifications:
1. 4mm thick aluminium panels
2. If possible, please consider practical wiring channels for cable management
3. GPU will be connected with a PCI-E riser (flat cable), so can be detached from the motherboard.

For fair comparison, please utilise the following models in your design:

1. RTX2080Ti - 3dwarehouse.sketchup.com/model/c4e12918-f09a-4af4-8a3f-100e07e51899/Nvidia-GeForce-RTX-2080-Ti-Graphics-Card

2. Mini-itx MB - 3dwarehouse.sketchup.com/model/bafff50c-2ea0-4c94-b663-f01da1be2b2b/Gigabyte-Aorus-I-Z390-Pro-Wifi-mini-itx-motherboardmobo

3. PSU - 3dwarehouse.sketchup.com/model/2d56d6ab-d1f2-4ab7-91a8-46e8c43fb6ad/Corsair-CX650M-Computer-Power-Supply
Don't Wants:
Boring, enclosed computer cases. Exception being that, the GPU is uniquely positioned and the rest of the computer is enclosed. That is acceptable.

Entries

= Buyer's Rating
1st Winner
#12 GPU Centered Open Air PC Case Design - Final by GalaxyRobotics
Hidden design
Sep 26, 2020 16:23
#1 GPU Centered Open Air PC Case Design - Draft by GalaxyRobotics
Sep 14, 2020 21:58
#3 air case by krisnaas14
Sep 15, 2020 8:32
#4 DC-KA-1-Uploads-15-09-2020 by sharad_prateek
Sep 15, 2020 14:45
#5 Final Case by krisnaas14
Sep 16, 2020 3:06
#7 DC-KA-2-19_09_2020 by sharad_prateek
Hidden design
Sep 19, 2020 9:37
#9 Concept 1 by Jim81
Hidden design
Download Files
Sep 19, 2020 23:47
#10 v3 by krisnaas14
Hidden design
Sep 20, 2020 7:35
#13 OPCB (open PC box) by Ark7Studio
Sep 26, 2020 18:30

Discussion

ARROW

Designer

Fri, 18 Sep 2020 11:46:02 +0000
please do review the design so i can work on it

ARROW

Designer

Tue, 15 Sep 2020 14:57:20 +0000
Can I know your company name/logo to add branding?

ARROW

Designer

Tue, 15 Sep 2020 14:43:55 +0000
which are the manufacturing technique need to be consider.
any thing else need to be consider ?
how much complex the design should be on the scale of 1 to 10 ( "1" being simple plane sheet metal and 10 being complex 3D generative design only possible to produce with with 3D printing or CNC )

Mochidudu

Buyer

Mon, 14 Sep 2020 22:49:48 +0000
Hi Krisnaas, yes just mini-itx for now. Form factor is important to us.

krisnaas14

Designer

Mon, 14 Sep 2020 13:37:09 +0000
hii
this case only for mini itx?

Mochidudu

Buyer

Sun, 13 Sep 2020 22:14:14 +0000
Hi GalaxyRobotics,

Excellent questions.

1. No multi-GPU requirement.
2. No, not necessary if open case. However, vertical space to fit larger CPU coolers is a must. (80mm). If enclosed, I would suggest simple perforation and a small fan.

3. To lessen the complication of design, I would say it is not necessary. If you wish to include compatibility with liquid coolers as part of your submission, it must be an optional/add-on bracket etc.

GalaxyRobotics

Designer

Sun, 13 Sep 2020 16:02:01 +0000
Hello, and thank you for this interesting contest.
I have a couple questions:
Will the case need to have multi GPU (SLI/Crossfire) compatibility?
Will the case need to provide cooling for the motherboard?
WIll the case need to have space for a radiator for an All in One Cooler?

Thank you again, and I am looking forward to working on this project.
@GalaxyRobotics

sharad_prateek

Designer

Sun, 13 Sep 2020 13:28:39 +0000
Hi Issac,


Thanks a lot Isaac for the prompt response. It is much appreciated. Will be sharing the designs soon.


Thanks
Sharad Prateek Singh
Sun, 13 Sep 2020 13:08:42 +0000
Interesting concept, thank you for the contest will participate, please do add some additional prizes, thank you!

Mochidudu

Buyer

Sun, 13 Sep 2020 12:25:20 +0000
Hi Sharad,

I apologise-- I'm not too familiar with CAD software as you can tell. Please find alternative files compatible with SOLIDWORKS below:

RTX2080 - https://grabcad.com/library/rtx-2080-1
Mini-itx Motherboard - https://grabcad.com/library/asus-rog-strix-h270i-gaming-mini-itx-motherboard-1
Power Supply - https://grabcad.com/library/corsair-power-supply-units-1

Any further questions please comment below and I will clarify asap.

- Isaac

sharad_prateek

Designer

Sun, 13 Sep 2020 11:27:46 +0000
Hi Mochidudu,

It sounds like a really fun competitions and I will like to submit entries as soon as possible. However, is it possible for you to share a more generalized version of the design,files, i.e. IGS/IPT file format? I use Solidworks for design and a Sketchup file is not supported in it.
Please let us know, if its possible.

Thanks
Sharad Prateek Singh

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