3DLabPrint Corsair 1/12 dummy radial engine (for 3530 motor)

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Human: Dummy radial engine designed specifically for the 3DLabprint 1/12 Corsair model.\r\n\r\nThis engine fits perfectly to the Turnigy 3530 motor.\r\n\r\nThe motor is securely fixed to a base plate using M3 screws.\r\nA sturdy base plate attaches firmly to the front fuselage part, originally designed as a motor mount, via M3 screws.\r\nThe Radial Engine is also attached to the base plate with M3 screws for added stability.\r\n\r\nThe electric motor benefits from a unique cooling system through the dummy engine, featuring carefully crafted gaps all around for optimal airflow.\r\n\r\nTo ensure durability, I printed the motor mount using high-temp ABS (UltraZ), but if PLA is used instead, annealing may be necessary - although as the motor is not directly attached to the plastic, it might still work without annealing. Be aware that annealing can cause shrinkage of the component.\r\n\r\nThe dummy engine was printed from PLA+ for added strength and durability.\r\n\r\nImportant considerations:\r\n\r\n- As this plane has not been tested in flight yet, the motor mount's performance under real-life conditions is still unproven.\r\n- Adjusting the motor angle can be achieved by adding spacers below the motor mount at the screws - this will pull the motor together with the dummy engine and maintain concentricity.