Ergonomic Mouse Pad with optional Silicone Coating (Form included)

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This is an ergonomic mousepad that I designed to protect my joints. To ensure stability, I increased its weight by adding a substantial amount of moulding clay mid-print. At 20% into the print job, I carefully stopped the process and manually inserted the clay into the structure's holes using fingers and a scraper. This approach worked smoothly without any issues with the nozzle. The added weight will take time to harden, giving you ample opportunity to complete the print. The final result is a perfectly weighted pad that doesn't budge, with a clean and flat bottom side. I also uploaded a moulding pan for silicone coating, available as a step file for easy modification. It's designed to achieve a 5mm layer of coating. To assemble it, you'll need to attach the holders to the pad, pour silicone into the moulding pan, and press the mousepad into place with the holders. For users of wireless mice, I've created an alternative version without the notch. Let me know what you think of this design.