3D Printable Jet Engine, motorized

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I created a remix of the excellent 3D Printable Jet Engine by CATIAV5FTW. I modified various parts to incorporate an electric motor, animating this wonderful model. The print time for the set was 190 hours and 30 minutes. Approximately 1.5 kilograms of PLA were used. Stay tuned for updates on the evolution of this project by checking the Watch box. You may have noticed that this is a remix of CATIAV5FTW's work, for which I have great respect. Knowing firsthand the amount of modeling work it took to create this design, I want to acknowledge his efforts. As a result, you will not find all the STL files for this model here, but only those that I modified. You will need to download the original object files deposited by CATIAV5FTW and carefully read the instructions he provided. Additionally, note that the STEP file for the complete assembly, modified by me, is available among the uploaded files. This allows users who wish to modify parts to generate new STL files. Regards and good 3D prints. 06/07/2017 I optimized "Coupleur_Moteur-arbre basse pression_V3." This set of two parts connects the electric motor to the low-pressure shaft of the model. It allows for a slight misalignment of the electric motor. When the engine is stopped, it enables the low-pressure compressor to spin. People may be curious and try to turn the turbine by hand if they have their backs turned. Without driving the geared motor, which is not necessarily reversible with low torque, this part plays an essential role. 06/09/2017 The "coupleur_moteurV3" printed with PLA did not meet my expectations for endurance. I reprinted it using Colorfabb XT-CF20, and the result was better. I will test a 3mm V4 extension with PLA to see if things improve. I want to avoid having to use anything other than PLA for this part that gives me trouble. It is also necessary to use high-quality PLA, or it may break. 06/29/2017 The model returned from the Paris Air Show. It operated autonomously on batteries for more than 10 hours a day for seven days. Two 9V batteries powered it. The turbine spun smoothly. Hello Olga, The part marked with the number one is the output shaft of the geared motor of your choice. The other parts are standard hardware and not printed parts. They are mechanical screws, so you will need to tap the holes that receive them. Best regards 15/12/2017 Olga, I simply used "Coupleur_Moteur-arbre_BP_V1_Slic3r." This is a "fuse" part that will break if someone tries to spin the turbine by hand or stops the low-pressure compressor while the engine is running. Please provide one or two spare parts in case of public exposure. For my part, the turbine is under a transparent bell when I expose it. Best regards 02/20/2018 I added the data sheets for the electrical components used and their sources to this project. _________________________________________________________________________ Note: I removed most of the text as it was not relevant or was repeated. I kept only the most important information. If you need any further assistance, please let me know.