Rubik's Cube Basic Design

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This was a straightforward test build of the Rubik's Cube, designed by Erno Rubik back in the 1970s. The entire design process took place during my winter break while I was learning Inventor on my own. My main goal was to assess both my skills and my printer's capabilities. Since this was just a basic concept test, I decided against printing a complete cube. To print an entire Rubik's Cube, you'll need 6 centers, 1 core, 12 edges, and 8 corners. Note that the tolerances are extremely close, which may require sanding to get the mechanism working smoothly. Furthermore, 6 screws with a 2.6mm metric thread will be necessary for each center, while springs are optional to enhance puzzle performance. Printer Settings: - Printer: M3D - Rafts: No rafts were used in this print. - Supports: Yes, supports were utilized. - Resolution: A low resolution setting was employed. - Infill: The infill level was set at medium density. Notes: This model was printed on an M3D printer using a size 10 setting on all axes. As a result, the cube is slightly larger than its standard dimensions. Unfortunately, I'm still unsure why the original STL model is so small, and I continue working to resolve this issue.