Pythagoras / Greedy cup

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<p>This is a modern interpretation of <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pythagorean_cup">pythagoras cup</a>. The self emptying cup. With the help of 3D printers, it is now possible to place the tube in the wall of cup instead of a tower in the middle.</p><p><strong>Magic?</strong> No, just physics. The tube inside the body creates a <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Siphon">siphon</a>. This siphon will empty the cup when it is overfilled.</p><h5>Some more background information</h5><p>&nbsp;</p><figure class="media"><oembed url="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ISfIT3B4y6E"></oembed></figure><p><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pythagorean_cup">https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pythagorean_cup</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><h3>Print Settings</h3><p><strong>Rafts:</strong></p><p>No</p><p><strong>Supports:&nbsp;</strong></p><p>No</p><p><strong>Resolution:</strong></p><p>0.2mm</p><p><strong>Infill:&nbsp;</strong></p><p>10%</p><p><strong>Notes:</strong></p><p>IMPORTANT: Do not print the model smaller than 120 mm in high. This can result in too high a water resistance to empty the cup. It can also create holes in the wall.</p><p>Print it upside down</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Category: Interactive Art</p>