Finger Flapper

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Inspired by DaVinci's legendary flying machine, I brought this ingenious finger-operated model to life. To harness its power, you can employ either your thumb, index finger, and middle finger in tandem or master the art of controlling it with your middle three fingers. The captivating images provided don't showcase the tail piece, but rest assured, it's an integral part of the design. To witness this marvel in motion, I invite you to visit: https://youtu.be/rAEp2KCDNiA As I pondered ways to imbue the wings with a more authentic, wing-like appearance while ensuring they remained easily printable, a two-part design with a sleek connector caught my eye. Its innovative appeal convinced me to stick with it. To elevate this creation's display capabilities, I'm planning to craft a bespoke stand that will enable the wing to be operated via gears and a precision-crafted crankshaft, rather than relying on fingers alone.