Flash Gun - Ender's Game

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My husband had always been a die-hard fan of Ender’s Game, so when the movie came out, he knew he needed to build his very own Flash Gun replica from the movie. And with his vast 3D printing skills on board, it was inevitable that I would join forces with him in bringing this fantastic prop piece into life. To create such an authentic replica, he first got a precise measurement of every aspect using the camera's advanced sensors and image analysis algorithms embedded in our 360-degree photogrammetry scanner. The intricate model took numerous attempts before finally capturing each layer perfectly. Next, we analyzed various battery options that could give sufficient power without overpowering other critical parts on board, ensuring that all components mesh harmoniously within limited space. The gun had an imposing build from solid wood with sleek and clean designs made to look industrial-sturdy at the same time. With this essential knowledge gained from building complex electronics devices, we determined which elements were most suitable for assembly of such project with precision fitting together all tiny parts including wires into tight compartments like mini-chassis. The battery needed a protective enclosure for its high sensitivity in fragile cases such as our printer bed environment. Now the actual work commenced as he used Eagle CAD to conceptualize how each electrical component interacted within specific limits and applied this on printed boards following carefully laid instructions at precise spacing so they could get enough power delivered through micro-wire connections. He wrote his own script based off of an online reference to make those LEDs spin like when flashed - just the way the movie character displayed in all its high-flying grandeur scenes on-screen! The resulting build stood over 24 centimeters tall weighing only one hundred fifty grams. What was more impressive than what lay ahead. It's a little difficult getting your head around just how big this build really is. You'd expect a replica made from cardboard to weigh so little considering its massive size but the creator achieved the right blend between detail, accuracy, strength without exceeding certain boundaries like power or volume usage per given timeframe. I have decided on publishing instructions with clear detailed drawings which may assist any of you out there wanting one. Here's the final outcome: **What this Thing Will Do** Create Ender’s flash gun. The first and primary functionality for me would probably be flashing. It can be bought by just clicking link provided