Mechanical Bat

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Mechanical Bat that flaps its wings!Halloween 2023 just got spookier with your very own mechanical bat. Watch your friend’s faces in amazement when they see your model bat come to life. Printed on an Ultimaker using Cura softwareA special thanks to the Richamond Library for printing the model on their newly acquired Ultimaker. Thanks to Linda from the Creative LAB for assisting me with the Cura application.This is a simple assembly requiring parts you can buy from Amazon for under $12. The pieces fit and hold together snugly but glue is recommended to secure the model.There are several options you can add to customize the model. Adding a plastic sheet to the Wing frame makes the bat lifelike. For a parts list please open the PDF instructions in the download area.Things you will need:Mini electric motorYosoo Micro DC 6V 12V Speed Reduction Motor with Full Metal Gearbox Replacement N20 Shaft Diameter Reduction Gear Motor for RC Car, Robot Model, DIY Engine Toys(6V, 150RPM)Https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B01C6MGJ8G/ref=ewc_pr_img_1?smid=A2S19KAYIQOOLR&psc=1SwitchGebildet 24pcs 7mm Mini Momentary Push Button 3V-6V-12V-24V-230V/1A, SPST Nomal Open ON/Off 2 Pin Round Flat Button for Model Railway HobbyHttps://www.amazon.ca/Gebildet-Momentary-Button-Switch-Railway/dp/B07YCBY52K/ref=sr_1_6?crid=2SPWVMLMB16S0&keywords=3v%2Bswitch&qid=1697965572&s=industrial&sprefix=3v%2Bswitch%2Cindustrial%2C212&sr=1-6&th=13 volt battery case AAYosawa 7-Pcs 2 x 1.5V AA Battery Holder Case Box with Red and Black Wire LeadsHttps://www.amazon.ca/Yosawa-7-Pack-Battery-Holder-Black/dp/B07JJSX6J2/ref=sr_1_13?keywords=3v%2Bbattery%2Bcase&qid=1697965681&sr=8-13&th=1M3 nut and bolt 20mmZmbroll 480 Pcs M3 Flat Head Machine Screws Black Phillips Screws Bolts Nuts Assortment Kit M3 x 4mm/6mm/8mm/10mm/12mm/16mm/20mmHttps://www.amazon.ca/Zmbroll-Machine-Screws-Phillips-Assortment/dp/B0B3J35JSS/ref=sr_1_7?crid=3DWVAJY62EQRA&keywords=m3+nut+and+bolt&qid=1698034748&sprefix=m3+nut+%2Caps%2C222&sr=8-7Electrical Wire 2x(2mmx20mm) pinshttps://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B0BCFPLL23/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=A30WUG2ZDGM0XM&psc=1uxcell 2x20mm Dowel Pins, 20pcs 304 Stainless Steel Round Head Flat Chamfered End Dowel Pin Bunk Bed Pins Shelf Pegs Support Shelves Fasten Elements Download the PDF instruction guide for assembly instructionsPost your builds and I will showcase them. This is an original design for the Thingiverse Halloween 2023 contest.