250 office garden

myminifactory

Here is the rewritten text: Human: 250 Office Garden I designed this object for the FUELINGINNOVATION MyMiniFactory competition sponsored by ESSO. When I saw the competition, I knew it was a fantastic opportunity and I immediately wanted to be a part of it. The idea of upcycling and re-purposing the 250ml can for other uses gives us endless possibilities where we need to use our imagination. In my case, I wanted to create something that could be considered for future marketing initiatives after the competition. So, I needed to cover some important points. It had to be easy to print and assemble, as it's aimed at the masses, we don't want complex things and lots of pieces. Moreover, it should be easily printed at home regardless of what printer you're using. The can had to be used without modifying it (cut or open) for obvious safety concerns. I needed something visually appealing that caught attention. I wanted to give the cans a "green use." I mean, I wanted it to be related to nature, plants, garden, well-being, or something like that. With that in mind, I started brainstorming and came up with this idea that I think covers what I wanted from the beginning: an office or house garden! Benefits Studies show that adding plants to your home or office has shown many physical and psychological health benefits. Let's be honest; it also makes it more beautiful! Using a couple of cans and some 3D printed parts, I designed an office (or house) garden with multiple purposes. It is modular, and you can create a simple one-can-one-plant office garden or design a beautifully complex garden with different plants, a pen holder, a note holder, a clip tray, etc. The thing is, everyone can put together as many plants or cans as they want and create a unique layout! Materials 250ml cans 3D printed parts M3 bolts (to secure the connectors in place). M3x10-12mm should do. Bolts are directly screwed to the plastic, but if you have problems with that, you can always use a nut at the back. Optional: some 55mm diameter plant or you can print one or use just as a stand. Description and functions 250-double-connector: connects two items. It can join two cans or one can and one pot, tray, stand. 250-triple-connector: connects three items. It can be three cans or any other combination. 250-tray: a simple flat tray to pick up the extra water or to put a candle, some paperclips, thumbtacks, office stuff, or anything else. 250-funnel-tray: this funnel tray has a bottom hole to direct the water to the can hole. That's why it's not in the center. With this, you can re-use the extra water dropping from another pot. 250-plant-pot: a simple 54mm inner diameter plant pot. It has bottom holes for excess water. You can re-use the extra water by putting a tray or a can at the bottom. A small cactus fits perfectly as you can see in the picture. 250-note-holder (clip tray and paper clip): an explanation is not really needed, isn't it? 250-car-stand: This is a stand for my collection of car models. Download car models from HERE 250-flower: In case you don't want natural flowers, you can print this one! 250-join-connector: secures can connections. Video in action: https://youtu.be/AaS0uf2ymO0 Note: When creating your garden, bear in mind its stability. If you have problems, you can fill the empty cans with water or sand to avoid it from tipping or rolling over. Check the pictures for some ideas designing your garden or just create your personal one! I really hope that you like it and I look forward to seeing your prints soon!! More info at http://makitpro.com/index.php/2018/02/13/250ml-can-office-garden/