3DPIA Hexagonal Protolabs Trophy

myminifactory

I created this model for the 3D Printing Industry Awards 2018 Official Trophy 3D Design Competition as a way to contribute to the industry's recognition of innovation and excellence. To achieve this, I started synthesizing intricate patterns by combining multiple planes in various configurations, resulting in unique tessellations that formed the basis of my design. By deriving boolean operands from these designs, I created complex latticework structures that added depth and visual interest to my model. The hexagonal footprint of the trophy was inspired by Protolabs' logo, a nod to their sponsorship of the awards and commitment to advancing 3D printing technology. Within this lattice "cage," I incorporated monolithic structures textured in the style of the official logo for the 3D Printing Industry Awards, which I found on 3dprintingindustry.com. Although my renders may not fully convey the beauty of these internal structures due to my limited experience with 3D graphics materials, I assure you that they are an integral part of the design. This model was optimized for printing with an SLA printer and features customizable internal structures - I have provided both a blank version and one featuring sample text with the 3D Printing Industry Awards logos. The filigree latticework has a minimum width of 0.15mm at the original scale, ensuring that it remains detailed and visually striking even when printed. To enhance the trophy's appearance, I chose a contrasting transparent/translucent material effect, although this can be adjusted in the final design to suit your preferences. All source files have been retained and are available upon request if needed. I would like to express my gratitude for hosting this competition, which provided me with an opportunity to push the boundaries of 3D printing design and learn from the community's expertise.