Quick Swap Hand-E Toolz

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I heard about your contest a week ago, and an idea popped into my head last night. I'll be away most of the weekend, but I managed to get this design together today. I've been making hands for kids who might be missing something - they're not super practical, but they generally make them feel complete. This is an attempt at a more practical option that could serve many purposes since you can easily swap out and add new tools to your toolkit. The design I have here, and the ones I'll be working on, aim to do multiple tasks with one setup - like opening drawers, pulling up pants, holding pots for cooking, or using flashlights while camping. I envision a hook on the back that could hold grocery bags when shopping, and there are many other options. I really like the platform you've created. If someone had a wrist, I'd design a tool that allows them to flex and work with the tools better. Without a wrist, the solid option with attachments would be more suitable. A simple push-button release would allow users to swap new tools in and out easily. I'd make it more robust on my next run, but for now, this is just a proof of concept. I've tested the attachment, and it works well for a few things - it would need to be made in both left and right configurations. This setup seems much more practical for everyday use, allowing users to do more with everything. I'll be finishing some prints for a complete unit soon, and pictures will follow. These files will need to be updated as I've only made a few test designs so far - now it's time to set up the base unit, followed by solid attachment options that require gluing. These can then be printed on smaller printers, requiring creative designs for strength and functionality in each file. It should be an awesome tool.