Polysphere

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A user creates a twelve-part three-dimensional printable orb inspired by dodecahedron architecture. This rounded structure emerges from printing five identical "Side_male," five unique "Side_Female," and two special "Side_Center" parts. Snap the five feminine components evenly around one central piece. Arrange the other five masculine components symmetrically about their companion central section. Secure the orb by connecting its two halves together, requiring a considerable amount of force to click them into place effectively. A manual setup for printed supports has been thoughtfully designed within the digital files included here. Printouts will typically succeed without any rafting or added support requirements; however, certain segments must span small gaps to connect with their respective counterparts across the structure. Please note that such bridging processes don't often turn out flawlessly, yet they won't detract noticeably from the completed product's overall appearance, since they remain unseen in its fully assembled state. This prototype underwent testing under optimal settings on a Replicator 2x device, using high-quality ABS materials with a .2 mm layer height.