So, the end of the flap of my mini split deteriorated and crumbled - from just age, I don't know. The shaft of the motor just spun freely in the little nub, and the flap wouldn't open. I tried glue, but the brittleness of the nub made it just crack in a different spot. So this is what I came up with. Just a small brag. To me this is what 3D printing is all about.

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[–] 36 points 3 months ago (1 child)

To me this is what 3D printing is all about.

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  • [–] 17 points 3 months ago

    It's such a great feeling, isn't it? The most impressive example of this I've managed was designing and printing in TPU new tires for my e-skateboard. It took a few iterations before I found the right "no air" design and TPU, as some are harder and less flexible, but in the end I was able to print long-lasting tires that gripped well and were flexible enough to be comfortable.

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  • [–] 10 points 3 months ago

    Hell ya, nice work, its always satisfying to go from idea to physical and have it work.

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  • [–] 8 points 3 months ago

    Impressive!

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