tensegrity desk toy 3d models

Check it out on Thingiverse: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3221097 Tensegrity is a fascinating concept that's been around for years, popularized by Buckminster Fuller and his student Kenneth Snelson...

I believe it would be a pretty unique idea to make a tensegrity trophy. This could also make the trophy more fun to play with as it has moving parts and is not static. The black parts of the trophy should be made using an SLS or MJF printer due to...

Inspired by a captivating video on YouTube, I've created this ingenious "Tensegrity Table" that harnesses tension forces to maintain its upright posture and balance instead of relying on compression forces like traditional table legs. The result is...

The key for LarkysPrints' "Watch Escapement Desk Toy" left much to be desired in terms of print quality, and it was clear that the smallest but most critical part causing issues with printing was due to the required support. ...Determined to resolve...

Watch the remixed Escapement Desk Toy in action, courtesy of LarkysPrints' original work.\r\n\r\nTo optimize the viewing experience, I've taken out the end stops for the pallet fork from the frame, as they can hinder the pallet fork's movement due to...

This is a compact 3D-printable model of a basic V8 engine, ideal as a desk toy to play with. It was initially created as an educational project for my kinematics class but has since been enhanced for 3D printing. Further adjustments could be...

Hi all :) I am making a 33.33% version of the: 'Watch Escapement Desk Toy' by LarkysPrints. Sourcelink: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3364860 I combined the sidepieces into 2 sideframes and added a base. Print everything at 33.33% size from...

The term "tensegrity" is short for "tensional integrity and was proposed by Buckminster Fuller in the 1960s.This experimental model is a successor to a recent study on fabricating such a tensegrity structure. The boundary conditions are set to avoid...

The term "tensegrity" is short for "tensional integrity and was proposed by Buckminster Fuller in the 1960s.This experimental model is a study on fabricating such a tensegrity structure. The boundary conditions are set to avoid assembly of the...

A TENSEGRITY TABLE with 2 frames in a shape of an equilateral triangle.The complete model is made of 16 wooden sticks (from ice cream on stick), 3 ball pin chains, 6 holding platelets (ABS), 2 wire hooks, 1 toothpick and a tension...

A small tensegrity (Tension-Integrity) study. I redid the CAD files from scratch to make it more stable and printable. Print instructionsPrint once or twice, scale to fit. If printed twice, the same sized parts can be put together. Decorative plates...

A TENSEGRITY TABLE with 2 frames in a shape of an equilateral triangle.The complete model is made of 16 wooden sticks (from ice cream on stick), 3 ball pin chains, 6 holding platelets (ABS), 2 wire hooks, 1 toothpick and a tension...

My go at a tensegrity. Pentagon for better stability compared to triangle. Recess on the outline of bottom and top to have only one line going all around on the outside for more easy assembly. ... ...And in all: 50mm Pentagon for quick print time for...

This "Tensegrity Table" bears a striking resemblance to the "Floating Table Top". Measuring slightly smaller (W135xH125mm), this table distinguishes itself with only 3 to 1 opposite tension points, whereas the "Floating Table Top" relies on 4 to 1...

I'm excited to share my attempt at making some tensegrity cubes, the interlocked design seemed tailor-made for 3D printing. The nylon strings are a robust 1mm in diameter, more than strong enough to keep the entire structure tightly in place. There...

The orientation is not important but it should be straight up and down. Make sure to screw the hook in until only the circular part of the hook is visible Repeat steps 8-10 on the second beam, then move onto step 12ASSEMBLING THE TENSEGRITY:Pair 1...

Tensional Integrity or Tensegrity is how this whole model is held together beyond initial belief. The more of these I build, the more intriguing the models are. These models are just the surface of what can be done with Tensegrity! The push pins...

A fun little desk toy! Also my first multi-part project in FreeCAD (Linkstage 3 version) It's a geometric toy, showing cylinders and how they can enter and make shaped corners in a cube. you can take it apart and back together easily, and spin it on...

Tensional Integrity or Tensegrity is how this whole model is held together beyond initial belief. The push pins work well if you're not a knot tie-er, like me. The pins are tapered and create a locking angle against the string (or 10 lb test...

Replacing the one pair of hooks in the center of the back of the cloud and of the wave with two pairs of hooks on each side, balancing out the tension forces created by the two pairs of hooks in the front of the assembly.(Below, top to bottom:...

Tensional Integrity or Tensegrity is how this whole model is held together beyond initial belief. The push pins work well if you're not a knot tie-er, like me. The pins are tapered and create a locking angle against the string (or 10 lb test...

This is an original design, using the Tensegrity concept. It employs metal beaded chain as the support and stability elements, and is designed to support a round glass top. Features at the top and bottom of the model perform dual functions;...

This "Tensegrity Table" is very similar to the "Floating Table Top". This table is slightly smaller (W135xH125mm). But the main difference is that this table consists of only 3 to 1 opposite tension points, compared to the "Floating Table Top", where...

Here's the link to his project: https://www.printables.com/model/377909-3d-benchy-tensegrity-sculpture Problem Statement:With a partner, you will design and create a single custom Tensegrity Structure of equal complexity or greater as the tables...

This is an original design, using the Tensegrity concept. It employs metal beaded chain as the support and stability elements, and is designed to support a round glass top. Features at the top and bottom of the model perform dual functions; acting...

Just as seen on the following three .GIFs:“Loop base” type compression piece assembly (you will need to do this twice):“Knot base” type compression piece assembly (you will need to do this twice):“Ball chain base” type compression piece assembly (you...

It is a fascinating experience when, after the 3D printing and the assembly of the individual parts, this tension is suddenly created when setting up the object: TENSEGRITY! To get a better impression of the object and also about different color...

It is a fascinating experience when, after the 3D printing and the assembly of the individual parts, this tension is suddenly created when setting up the object: TENSEGRITY! To get a better impression of the object and also about different color...

This is a sturdy tensegrity structure designed to cradle your mug securely. It is remarkably stable and can support over a kilogram of weight without much vibration. Whatever you place on it, it will elevate your workspace instantly. To facilitate...

It is a fascinating experience when, after the 3D printing and the assembly of the individual parts, this tension is suddenly created when setting up the object: TENSEGRITY! To get a better impression of the object and also about different color...