Analemma Sundial 3D print model

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The customer-commissioned sundial was a masterpiece of engineering precision. To compensate for the Earth's tilted axis and its slightly elliptical orbit, which caused the sun to appear in different positions throughout the year, designers cleverly utilized the apparent path of the sun as the gnomon's shape. This trigonometrically-crafted curve ensured the sundial remained remarkably accurate - around ten times more precise than traditional models. As the pointer replicated the sun's celestial journey across the sky, its shadow edge precisely pointed to the correct time. Tailored for use in Germany, this bespoke sundial can be modified with minimal adjustments to accommodate different geographical locations and standard time zones elsewhere. Its 3D printed components comprise six discrete parts, including two identical sections, resulting in a mere five STL files to streamline printing. Engineers deliberately infused tolerances aligned with 3D-printing expertise, making assembly an uncomplicated process when printed on average-quality printers. For a deeper understanding of the mathematical basis for this sundial's precision, readers may wish to consult Wikipedia's in-depth exploration of the Analemma - a graphical representation of the sun's annual path through the sky.