The qInch Project

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Goals of the QInch Project Develop an articulating arm system that seamlessly holds various devices, such as phones or cameras, using interlocking parts. Utilize 1/4-20 nut and bolt systems due to their widespread availability at Home Depot and cost-effectiveness. Create a core of interconnectable parts, with adjustments achieved through different bolt lengths. Design components in an open-source framework, empowering users to adapt, enhance, or entirely reimagine existing pieces using example source models. Access Latest Components: * Arduino Testing Rig: <http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:810811> * Rotate Base Clamp: <http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:704649> * Universal Joint: <http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:704652> * Tilt Mount Joint: <http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:704656> * Arm Joints: <http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:705805> Emerging Parts: * Mini Claw Grip: <http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:680222> * Spring Phone Grip v2: <http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:680315> * Original Components: * Elbow Joint: <http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:668136> * Double Ball Joint: <http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:668158> * Three Axis Cube: <http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:668118> * Resizable Claw Grip: <http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:668215> * Spring Phone Grip: <http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:668183> * Clamp: <http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:668194> * Rotate/Angle Joint: <http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:668228> Future Developments: * Spring Clamp: A robust torsion spring is needed for the design; suggestions on acquiring such a component would be appreciated. The Genesis of QInch Inspiration was drawn from camera arms, recognizing their utility and adaptability but also their generally high cost. Aiming to harness the flexibility of 3D printing and inexpensive hardware from Home Depot, the idea of qInch came to fruition.