Real rippled Icicle 111023.505

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A 3D scan of a real icicle is showcased here. This remarkable icicle was carefully grown in a laboratory as part of a groundbreaking study focusing on icicle morphology. All the crucial data from this study can be easily accessed online in an open-source database known as The Icicle Atlas, which highlights its unique features. The distinct ripples often found on natural icicles are actually a result of a tiny concentration of salt that was added to the water during this study. This 3D file captures the final fully-grown state of Icicle Atlas Run 111023. The file was generated from image 505 and its 7 subsequent images. To explore more, check out The Icicle Atlas for further information about icicle morphology. Take a closer look at Run 111023 to learn more. If you are interested in viewing earlier stages of this icicle's growth, simply download the STL file that corresponds to that particular stage.