3D Printable Pocket Uke

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Human prints the neck and body of this unique instrument in two distinct sections, each requiring careful tuning to achieve optimal sound quality, courtesy of 4 friction-adjusting pegs strategically placed to accommodate tonal preferences. The joint connecting the neck and main structure boasts a hidden dovetail design, blending seamless aesthetics with superior structural integrity. To realize this project's intricate design demands, engineers can utilize an 8-inch square print area where the neck and body sections come together, each fabricated separately within a confined yet precision-defined space. A crucial consideration involves hollowing out the body section during fabrication - necessitating advanced techniques suitable only for sophisticated printers employing dual extrusion with built-in soluble support functionality. Witnessed here is a beautifully crafted ukulele printed in successive stages using the capable Stratasys uPrint SE system across two trays, an ingenious approach demonstrating the creative versatility and adaptability that additive manufacturing has brought to the music world.