Movable Mass Balancing Toy

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Summary Inspired by Disney Research's groundbreaking paper on balancing toys with movable masses, I designed my own L-pipe toy to explore this innovative technique in depth. The STL file features a pocket that perfectly accommodates a 16mm diameter marble, requiring precise printing to ensure a seamless fit. To achieve optimal results, the print must be paused between 27mm and 30mm, allowing for easy insertion of the marble. This strategic pause ensures that the marble is securely in place, enabling the L-pipe toy to function as intended. Check out the pioneering paper here: https://www.disneyresearch.com/publication/balancing-3d-models-with-movable-masses/ Update: I initially uploaded an incorrect STL version, which has since been corrected, effective October 10, 2016. Print Settings Supports: Yes Notes: Pause print between 27mm and 30mm to insert the marble for a perfectly balanced L-pipe toy.