UFO-shaped Hovercraft - balloon powered

UFO-shaped Hovercraft - balloon powered

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0.12mm layer, 2 walls, 15% infill
0.12mm layer, 2 walls, 15% infill
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A1 - 0.2mm layer, 2 walls, 15% infill with 10mm brim on the screw
A1 - 0.2mm layer, 2 walls, 15% infill with 10mm brim on the screw
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Introducing my new UFO-shaped hovercraft print, powered by a balloon!

 

This model is made up of two parts: the UFO hovercraft itself and a screw with the balloon attached (you need a balloon). To inflate the balloon, simply blow it up through the screw. When you press the screw together, the air will stay inside. Next, attach the screw to the UFO hovercraft by giving it a twist until it's secure. Now you're ready to let it go!

 

Watch in amazement as the UFO hovercraft glides effortlessly across any flat surface. As the balloon deflates, the hovercraft will eventually come to a stop, but not before providing you with plenty of fun and excitement.

 

It's a great way to demonstrate the power of air pressure and the principles of physics in a fun and engaging way. Plus, it's easy to assemble and use, making it a perfect activity for both kids and adults alike.

 

Hint: Infill ≤ 20% (I use 10%)

print with “no support”

 

Features:

  • easy inflate over a screw
  • prevent from deflating by simply pressing the screw
  • the screw stabilizes the balloon

… not sealed ?

the neck of the ballon acts as a sealing, if its attached to the hovercraft. If the screw goes haywire, you can remove the ballon and roll up the neck of the ballon to make the sealing thicker.

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0.12mm layer, 2 walls, 15% infill
works great. The air output hole could be slightly bigger tho
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0.12mm layer, 2 walls, 15% infill
The print is good and my kids love the toy. Yet, the "screw" needs brim on the A1 otherwise it detaches from the build plate
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I must say that I truly admire the design work that went into this "simple" model. The screw is ingenious. Its incredible functionality improves the toy by at least 400%. I usually spend weeks on designing models (like this insert https://makerworld.com/en/models/169894#profileId-186574) so I can truly appreciate the effort that went into making this. My boys love it!
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0.12mm layer, 2 walls, 15% infill
incredible design, prints well
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0.12mm layer, 2 walls, 15% infill
Our beaver scouts loved playing with it. Thanks!!
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0.12mm layer, 2 walls, 15% infill
clever little model.
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0.12mm layer, 2 walls, 15% infill
Very good designed! Thank you!
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0.12mm layer, 2 walls, 15% infill
My son loved this
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A1 - 0.2mm layer, 2 walls, 15% infill with 10mm brim on the screw
The brim worked great. A1
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0.12mm layer, 2 walls, 15% infill
genial!
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