Ball-joint articulated octopus Free 3D print model

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I wanted to create a minuscule ball joint tentacle that I could print reliably, but it transformed into a lovable little octopus as I decided to craft it into a fun gift using the tentacles. Building this toy is quite time-consuming and fiddly since each segment requires precise hand-trimming of support and careful snapping into place, but it boasts a remarkable amount of flexibility and posability. Adding color variation by printing the segments in various hues to create a rainbow octopus is an excellent option. Update 4/5 - I experimented with some freehand sculpting tools and designed a big-eyed alien head for the octopus that I've uploaded as an additional model. Update 4/7 - I created a fantasy steampunk submarine version of the main body to provide more versatility. Update 4/9 - I remixed the skull body from http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4126 to offer more options for users.InstructionsPrint one central body piece, eight tentacle end prints, and seven or so of the x8 tentacle segment prints. Feel free to print more or fewer segments depending on how long you want the tentacles to be. The printed tentacle ends have built-in support material that must be trimmed away after printing. I've included separate models for individual tentacle segments and ends with and without support, allowing users to choose their preference. I printed the central body at 15% infill and the tentacle segments at 100% infill for added strength, as they occupy relatively little space anyway. To assemble all eight tentacles, simply press each ball joint into a socket on a segment or end, and into sockets on the central body with equal pressure to secure it tightly.