RS2: Ferry

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A scaled replica of a ferry can be produced using FDM technology and other fabrication methods. This ship design allows for buoyancy but is vulnerable to sinking when filled with water, particularly if it's constructed from PLA filament. One key issue arises from the asymmetry in weight distribution between its bow and rear sections, which affects its steady draft characteristics. The model has separate components that can be assembled or detached to provide interior visibility, demonstrating no inherent design pattern and showcasing unique creation of my own craftsmanship. The individual parts allow users to see inside the entire structure. Making it requires a high degree of precision, primarily due to thin walls within the design, leading to recommended enlargements in size. Testing revealed its potential when printed at 132% scale using the Prusa i3 printer, placing it diagonally on the printing surface while maintaining equal proportions for all parts. It's crucial that first-layer lines follow ship direction movement to ensure a more stable build. Individual components can be color-changed during print processes to add to a realistic-looking outcome. Gallery photographs showcase settings applied in its creation: scale 132%, layer thickness of 0.25 mm, extrusion width of 0.6 mm, a dual-hull made of red and blue PLA for stability and black PLA on the car deck, along with white and orange ABS respectively for other parts, achieving optimal structure integrity