The 3D Printed Marble Machine by Maher Soft

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This is an incredible 3D printed marble machine that showcases our latest Indie 3D Printer's capabilities. With its crazy loops and turns, this marvel of a machine takes marbles on an epic journey through the air. Designed in ONSHAPE, this machine is built around rigid bodies, joints, and mechanics, requiring precision and finesse to bring it to life. The assembly consists of 34 meticulously printed parts made from ABS, which can be powered by DC motors or batteries. At its core, a 1.5 cm diameter steel marble makes the rounds, traveling an astonishing 8640 times in just 24 hours. Its path is a testament to the machine's engineering prowess, with each step lifting the marble back up to the top of the slide in perfect synchrony. Check out our Indie on Indiegogo at https://youtu.be/e9V8IUPSevg and see the Marble Machine Video in action at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PAynwHogPto&feature=youtu.be. Don't miss your chance to get your hands on this incredible machine - sign up now for $549, available exclusively for Early Bird Backers at http://www.mahersoft.com/indie. Join the conversation and stay updated on our latest projects by following us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/mahersoft3d, Twitter at www.twitter.com/mahersoft3d, Instagram at www.instagram.com/mahersoft3d, or visit our website at www.mahersoft.com. Share your creations with us - we'd love to see what you've made! A huge thank you to Daniel Parker for the inspiration behind this project. **Print Settings:** * Printer: Indie Desktop 3D Printer * Rafts: Not required * Supports: None needed * Resolution: 200 micron * Infill: 15-20% * Notes: We've attached a comprehensive instruction document, spare parts list, and drawing for the rod. Please refer to the documentation for more information. **Tips and Variations:** * Some parts might not fit on a small print bed - try cutting the file in two parts and gluing them together. * Experiment with different infill settings (15-25% worked best for us). * Optimize your layer height for the best results (we recommend 0.2 mm). **Post-Printing:** * Printed on Indie 3D Printer **How I Designed This:** Designing a machine that's both complex and beautiful was no easy task. With over 34 parts to design, print, and assemble, it took us approximately 2-3 weeks to bring this masterpiece to life. Each part had to be carefully crafted to work in harmony with the others, ensuring that every marble has a smooth journey through the machine. The assembly consists of nuts, screws, and a DC motor, all working together to create a seamless rotary mechanism. With each step, the marble is lifted back up to the top of the slide, only to begin its journey again and again - an astonishing 8640 times in just 24 hours! **INDIE 3D PRINTER ON INDIEGOGO** Stay tuned for more updates on our latest projects and join the conversation by following us on social media.