Creality CR-10 X-Axis Camera Boom for OctoPrint (version 2)

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I set up OctoPrint on a Raspberry Pi 3, then decided to use its camera feature. After scouring old electronics, I found an Xbox 360 Live camera with a resolution of 640x480 and a narrow field of view, but it had a focus ring, making it perfect for the task at hand. To monitor the printed layer in real-time, I wanted a mount that would rise with the print. This is version 2, my fifth iteration. The design incorporates a modified motor cover, providing an easy-to-use adaptor slot. You'll need to replace your CR-10's (or CR-10S) existing cover to use it. A direct replacement for the OEM motor cover can be found at: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2866898. The camera is secured with a simple sliding clamp at the end of the boom, allowing enough movement to accommodate other camera models (although I haven't tried them yet). Version 2 increases the thickness of the slot and enlarges the size of the screw thread. By switching from a screw to a nut, I was able to key the screw thread to the slot, preventing it from spinning. This version is significantly more robust than its predecessor. I may continue updating this design. Future developments might make it more modular, allowing the clamp to be removed and swapped with other types of connections as I experiment with different camera types.