All-in-one Cubesat

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As a senior at Mount Horeb High School, Keegan Fager completed an independent study in technology education and became Solidworks certified while having access to an FDM 3D printer. Leveraging his experience with FDM printing, he designed a unique cubesat that is printed as one solid part for increased strength and ease of electronics configuration. The "roofing" technique allows for internal components without perfectly flat surfaces. Ideally, nylon/carbon fiber composite would be used. A benefit of FDM printing is the ability to pause mid-print and create honeycomb structures within parts. Keegan appreciates the challenge's encouragement of innovative designs utilizing additive manufacturing, and thanks all involved companies for the opportunity.