Grabby 2014 Golden Gear Award

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In 2014, GrabCAD salutes the top engineers and designers who contribute to the platform. With Grabby, your engineering desk buddy, you can keep your coffee warm or hold your pencils while working on designs. Printable with home FDM printers like MakerBot, LulzBot, i3 Prusa, and RepRap, test prints were done in PLA using specific settings to ensure the best results. However, faster speeds and higher layer heights may lead to issues with finer details. Jon shares his print experience, including a hand issue fixed by adding a gusset, and suggests Taulman 3D T-glase for a functional mug. The print includes three files: the main body, construction hat, and coaster, all repaired and dimensioned for easy printing. Cost estimates range from under $20 on home FDM printers to Shapeways prices for various materials and scales. As the year ends, Jon wishes everyone a Merry Christmas and happy holidays.