How to design complex 3D printed products (and not mess it up!) @MakersMuse
How to design complex 3D printed products (and not mess it up!)  @MakersMuse
Uploaded August 2024 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
This was definitely a challenge but had fun in the end (and any excuse to work with RGB's LEDs).

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TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 Intro
0:50 Start with graph paper
1:31 The "three prototype" rule
3:30 Add clearance (at the end)
5:12 Threaded inserts are awesome
7:29 Wires exist and they break easily
9:43 If it's hidden, keep it rough
10:38 Consider your material choice
12:56 Consider the assembly process
13:43 Screws are not locating features
15:27 Hot glue, our naughty little secret :P
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