Doodle3D Tower

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Rick [Doodle3D] and I wanted to create an autonomous 3D print installation for kids. To make it more enjoyable, we stacked the 3D printers at a slight angle when printing. We used paper sheets weighing 200 grams and attached them to the platform using glue sticks or clamps with paper clips. The instructions were printed on these sheets. Instructions: Cut out the design using a laser cutter and assemble it just like an Ultimaker original. Place the iPads under the structure and secure them with rubber bands, often used for tents. Install the safety feeder gear discs. Take a few steps back and watch kids (and adults) having a blast. To enhance stability, attach the tower to a sheet of artificial grass. This also helps keep adults at bay while allowing kids to sit on the floor comfortably. The electronics and chargers are discreetly hidden in the base of the structure, with the power cord concealed under the "grass." To further stabilize the tower, you can secure it to the carpet using an extra piece of wood and bolts (this is optional). When working with children, be cautious of two potentially hazardous parts on an Ultimaker: the hot end and the feeder mechanism gears. You can cover the hot end, but this will obscure its operation, which might detract from the experience. To safeguard against accidental entanglement, I printed a safety disc for the feeder gear that prevents small fingers from getting caught. For more information about my projects, visit: www.rooiejoris.nl or www.facebook.com/europerminutedesign