Ball in Vine

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To create this design, begin by combining two spheres, one larger than the other. Employ a sizable brush to push parts of the outer sphere into the inner one, exposing the latter's surface. Continue shifting the outer sphere until an intriguing network or vine-like structure appears. Subtract the smaller sphere, leaving just the remaining vine. If necessary, refine the mesh or restructure its topology. Finally, add a smaller sphere within the vine, ensuring it doesn't touch the exterior. Post-printing, apply compressed air (e.g., Dust-Off) to make the smaller sphere spin rapidly. Additionally, this design allows the sphere to glide on smooth surfaces like desks or tables. As an update, I have shared separate files for the vine and ball, ideal for those who wish to print them in distinct colors. However, I lack facilities to test this option, so if it works, kindly share a photo. If you prefer printing in a single color, avoid using these separate files. To prepare the file for printing, use ReplicatorG and a MakerBot Replicator2 with default Replicator 2 slicing settings, such as: Infill = 10% Layer Height = 0.200 Shells = 1 Feedrate = 40 Travel Feed = 55 Temperature = 220 Print with white MakerBot PLA filament and utilize a raft with full support. Be cautious during the removal of the support structure, as the clearance between the sphere and vine is narrow.