My Ultimaker is located in a shared room and the sounds it make are not liked by everyone as much as by myself.
Especially the wooden desk, on witch it stands, amplifies the sound of the motors.

Then i found some old unused springs and made a damper witch uncouple the Ultimaker from its desk.
The dampers reduce the sounds tremendous, in particular with high accelerations.
On the photographs you can see the sound level is reduced at least 3 dB which is quit a lot in a living room.

I'm sure no one has these springs at home so the sketchup file is only added to give an idea of design.

It's very important to let others know the hazards of operating dangerous equipment, especially automated equipment, and especially when specialized safety equipment may be necessary. This warning label lets people know to be careful around your laser cutter, lest they be blinded by awesome.

Original headcrab friom the Valve game Half-Life. The original .obj was passed to me by a friend. After some searching I believe the original is this one - thefree3dmodels.com/stuff/characters/headcrab_classic/14-1-0-844

I decided it needed to be scaled to fit my cat as he is in desperate need of some extra brainpower and it won't make him any more destructive than he already is. However, as the photos show, cats are immune to headcrabs.

A puzzle made of Elements of the Periodic Table (PSE). As the Order Numbers are engraved, it is very easy to solve ;)

The intention was to have a PSE which could be combined in different ways. You can also form words with the symbol names.

My kids love the octopus, and kept asking for a starfish. This did the trick! I drew this in sketchup freehand. It took quite some time to get the surface right. Looks very topographic once printed. A great flat bottomed animal for the Makerbot. Perhaps a flounder is next up :)

Update: This prints really well if you scale it up as well, I've printed it so that it just fits on the build platform, takes a bit longer, but comes out great. Sort of neat that the ends of the feet tend to curl up a little due to the heating/cooling of the plastic.

Was very odd but overnight these things crawled up on a few rocks I'd left on the table...

Update 10/15/2011: if your original needs a companion, check out Squiggly version.

ER16 collets are a fantastic toolholding system for small milling machines like the Taig, but keeping them organized is a pain. I needed a better storage system than the 'jumbled pile on a workbench' method that I had been using, and I've never seen any caddies or organizers for ER16 collets for sale.

I whipped up a simple box in SolidWorks to hold 15 collets with a matching lid. My original plan was to have hinges as part of the actual model, but I was in a hurry and just used the smallest hinges I could find at the home improvement store. However, hinges are entirely optional as the lid is keyed to the box with hemispherical bumps.

I saw this link a few days ago( instructables.com/id/Robotic-claw-business-card/ ) I was going to make it, but then I remembered me making a paper claw a few weeks ago, so instead of making a copy of someone else's design, I made my own! And also their design had gears, it would be hard to cut it out without a laser cutter, because I don't have one. So I used the mechanism from my claw and put it into this business card, and it works, and I suggest if you are going to make it, use a laser cutter, This was kinda hard to do and I had to use wire instead of the disks in it to move.

If anyone would like to test this to make sure that the parts work, go right ahead! I also think it could be 3d printed, if someone would like to modify it and test that out!

And ignore the pink post-it note, I had my name printed there and I dont want it to be online.

Easily convert any household lemon into an Aperture Sciences combustible lemon, courtesy of Cave Johnson's Engineers.


If you have no idea what is going on, watch this:
youtube.com/watch?v=NyLUU3O4zW8

Printed on an early Fablicator.
fablicator.com

This is a replica of a wooden toy delivery truck my father made for me when I was a little kid. I reproduced the truck in Google SketchUp and printed it on my Thing-o-Matic for Father's Day 2011.

I'm uploading this model so his design can be passed down to other kids through new mediums. Print one out, kids love trucks!

More info and blog post here: thenewhobbyist.com/2011/08/like-father-like-son-2/

An easy to use "Swiss-Army" like organizer for keys!

Tired of your keys being a big sharp ball of metal? Tired of your keys making a bunch of noise as you walk around? The BladeKey key organizer solves those problems by keeping your keys in order. Your keys are held in with a single zip-tie and rotate out like a Swiss-Army knife as shown in the picture.

Relies on thingiverse.com/thing:8812 (Also Included In the Files Below)

I have provided an example STL, but you should generate one to fit your keys.

====== Description for NewMuseumChallenge ======
Q: How does it improve on or challenge existing design conventions? How does it utilize the unique ability of 3D printing to personalize and improve on the world around us?

A: BladeKey showcases the power of parametric design and 3D printing.

Previously, products for mass consumption had to be designed as "one size fits all." This was in large part due to the costs and limitations of traditional manufacturing techniques. In most instances, however, one size simply does not work for everyone.

Most people carry around a set of several keys. However, each person carries around keys of varying number and sizes. Key rings can hold any number and size of keys. Unfortunately, key rings allow keys to become disorganized. Accordingly, keys can be uncomfortable and noisy when placed in a pocket.

Designing a solution to this problem using traditional "one size fits all" design techniques becomes a complex challenge. A "one size fits all" key organizer can be designed to hold an average set of keys. But users that are not exactly average will be dissatisfied with the size or capacity of the product.

The parametric design of BladeKey solves the above problem without compromise. The parametric design can be easily customized to suit the needs of each individual user. Because the device can be designed to exactly the right size the device restrains keys to keep them quiet and organized. Additionally, keys are not uncomfortable when placed in a pocket because the device covers the sharp portions of the keys. The text on the device can also easily be customized by each user, or brand.

Unfortunately, a customizable product such as BladeKey simply can not be economically produced using traditional techniques. Each small customization would require a different and expensive injection mold. Using traditional manufacturing techniques, products such as BladeKey are only a dream.

The rise of affordable 3D printing has enabled mass production of customized products. Bring the dream into reality. Create your own BladeKey.

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An attractive pattern I found in an old book.

I think we can all agree, life would become much more interesting if I launched a turtle shell at you every once and a while.

But it’s no fun if I’m the only one with a shell to launch. Therefore…

Turtle Shells for Everybody!!!

All you have to do is print it out and assemble!

The Turtle Shell Racer is as fully 3d printable as I can make it using my Makerbot Cupcake CNC and its MK5 Extruder. The pdf file contains full assembly instructions and a parts list. This is a very ambitious project; expect to spend some time on it.

Video of the Shells in action at CCCKC:
youtube.com/watch?v=YAd3e_UTW4c
youtube.com/watch?v=wA-wY-Q_onU

UPDATE Sept 26th

I have uploaded the modifications I made to the shells for the NYC Maker Faire.

Wheely Bar.stl - This replaces the rear axle brackets.stl with a wheely bar, which allows awesome wheelys!

New stearing Link.stl - This new link replaces the old steering linkage.stl. It is designed to capture one of the servo horns and allow a better connection between the servo and the steering.

This has been the ultimate project for me, and is now finally functional after 8 months of blood, sweat and ABS.
It is also made on my 3d printed makerbot ( thingiverse.com/thing:3285 )

The printer can easily get taller by adding more z-elements and replacing z lead-screws and wobble arrester bars. I would then end up with almost 800mm build hight.

It wouldn't surprise me if this is the largest printed multi-piece object, as it is built from 15+ lbs of ABS plastic.

Specs
Footprint: 800x560
Build envelope: 500x300x200+
Platform: Heated with 800W, custom ordered, silicone wire wound element.
- Kapton sheet, custom ordered to fit platform (500x300)
Motors: NEMA 23
Extruder: MakerBot Stepstruder® MK6 Plus
Electronics: MakerBot® Generation 4
Interface: PC/Mac or MakerBot® Gen 4 Interface Board Kit v1.1
Motion: all axis uses linear bearings for smooth motion.

Build duration: 8 months
Plastic used: 15+ lbs
Price: 3000$ (approx.)

Video of the printer in action: youtube.com/watch?v=Cx2OUO-aSFQ

Check the comments for a video!!!

A Rubik's cube with patterned faces distinguishable by touch, so it can be solved by a blind or blindfolded person.
It is fully 3D printable, requiring no screws or springs.

This is a design for making modualer plexiglass (acrylic) display cabinets. Each piece is 2"x2"x1/2". The Idea is to simply print out eight of these bad boys and insert 1/4" Acrylic into the slots to form a cube... then to add more selfs print out more pieces as needed... I don't have a working printer right now so if some one feels like printin some out and trying it just let me know! thanks for looking!

I will up load sketchs and maybe even a smaller version when i get a chance.

This is a nice little button holder that will let you install a button in the existing holes on the top of the TOM. Saves drilling and adding more holes to your Makerbot.

This is a simple temperature controlled heating block for joining plastic filament together in sections so you can print nice looking multicoloured objects like this - thingiverse.com/thing:9777

And this - thingiverse.com/derivative:10790

And this - thingiverse.com/derivative:10831

And this - thingiverse.com/derivative:10830

In my current project I needed some Steampunk handles so I designed one in Sketch up. It has to be assembled on a 4mm rod but could probably easily be changed. The handle is not designed to take any load but is just ornamental. I probably will glue a couple on the sides of my monitor.

A tiny toy dump truck, no assembly required.

Captive wheels and dump box.

Inspired by toy tanker truck by jag thingiverse.com/thing:5273

The picture shows the series of intermediate designs.

"Tableau pliant / étagère d'appoint"
Plenty of pictures here : flic.kr/s/aHsjvcr15A

That's one of the 4 finalist project of the Unlimited Design Contest 2011
unlimiteddesigncontest.org/fr/product/tableau-pliant-%C3%A9tag%C3%A8re-dappoint

It's a folding system, allowing to create structures, from the small shelve to the huge book-shelve (whether we use foam-core light cardboard or heavy cardboard with triple ondulation). Many variations are possible, just take care when altering the 2D plan cause any modifications will impact the 3D folded structure.

The surface is optimized to avoid almost any wastes, and both states of the object (folded or not) are exploited : when folded it's a shelve, and when flat its eventually a poster or a painting (that's will be very practical for when you have to move)

The grid-unit system allows to apply this concept to different scales. Just don't forget to to adjust the notch corresponding to the thickness of the material chosen.

The example on the left filled with books and dvds was made in foamcore board, and can support a weight of 6kg with only 6-8 pins!

Used since 2007 and still good :)

This probably don’t need much description...
Print / mount on a stick (7mm diameter) / swat flies

This is a replacement clip for a tackle box I purchased. The model can likely be scaled to fit your needs, though I'm not sure if there are any "standard" clip sizes. I modeled the part from the original manufactures piece using a photograph, a digital caliper and Google Sketchup. This may be a good candidate for OpenSCAD but I've yet to learn how to use it.

The replacement I printed actually snaps and holds tighter than the clip from the manufacturer!

Here's a link to my blog post showing the modeling/printing of the part: thenewhobbyist.com/2011/06/everyday-fixes-with-makerbot-3-tacklebox-clip/

Just a carrot holder to attach to a bunny cage so the carrot wont lay in the dirt.

Edit: Uploaded updated file carrotholder2, improved design! :-)

I needed some toothbrush holders for the bathroom that could be mounted to the wall. Initially I printed the thing from PieterBos thingiverse.com/thing:5497. Although it was functional after printing it I felt that it took too much material and had an inorganic feel to it with the hard crisp edgess of the design.

I wanted a softer feeling object so I designed these gender coded male and female toothbrush holders in Sketchup. I'm pretty happy with the outcome and its features:

Rounded, soft edges
Small, effecient design with minimal use of material
Snappy tactile feedback when toothbrush gets locked into holder
Embossed with international male / female gender glyphs
Counter sunk mounting screw hole

Here's probably the only video in the world of a toothbrush holder demonstration. First!

youtube.com/watch?v=aY5x6RKtRAg

This adapter allows you to stack another MakerBot Filament Spool Holder by charlespax thingiverse.com/thing:7105

Just a quick mash-up to allow the bins to be joined in multiples without a side panel. There are two versions, one with the notches removed from the original part and one with the side panel added under the original part. The second one should play well with the original bins (i.e. line up for stacking)

Have you ever wished you could be in two places at once?

Is the thought of getting up for that early morning TV Interview really cramping your nightlife?

Never Fear! The Talking head is Here!

Just pipe an audio signal through and watch as the Talking Head comes to life and lip sinks your prerecorded interview.

Guaranteed to be totally effective on TV audiences everywhere.

Here are some video's of it in action
youtu.be/8QQwjhJsz18
youtu.be/U_PERylb8xM

A Collaboration between Michael Curry and Jestin Stoffel of the Cowtown Computer Congress

The Glasses are a scaled down version of thingiverse.com/thing:5544

A magnet of Blinky, the red ghost from pac-man.

It uses an 18mm diameter (3mm deep) magnet.

I am a big fan of making Christmas gifts wherever possible, last year these Space Invaders inspired Christmas tree ornaments were one of the most popular things I made. If was a fun project, easy to execute.

So I’m releasing the files out into the wild, I hope that you all make bit more and maybe buy a little less.

You’ll notice there done in the retro pixel 8-bit style, everyone seems to like them.

Visit my blog post:
4volt.com/Blog/archive/2010/12/09/space-invader-christmas-ornaments.aspx

If you do not have a laser cutter you can also donate and get a set in a nice gift envelope:
4volt.com/Buy/SpaceInvader.aspx

Sometimes I run out of USB ports and I need to swap a device from the back of the computer. I was tired of guessing which black usb cable went to what so I made some cable clips that can be clipped onto the cable.

Sure, you still have to memorize what clip "1" goes to, but at least there is a unique way to identify it now.