PLTW Automata Holder

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The new Introduction to Engineering Design curriculum for Project Lead The Way includes an exciting project on automata. Students learn by designing, testing cams, and then building their own automata. To make the construction process seamless, Project Lead The Way sells kits that simplify everything. This holder was designed with precision in mind - ensuring right angles and straight sides saves both time and materials. I've been experiencing issues with large prints on my Makerbot Replicator +, where corners would peel up from the print surface. After several attempts, I discovered that using brims is a better option than rafts, and no support material is required to achieve perfect results. The units used in design and print settings are inches. UPDATE: I've made adjustments to the dimensions to fit perfectly with current Project Lead The Way automata kit specifications.