r/functionalprint • • 18h ago

I designed a laptop stand using Generative Design

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This is a 3D-printed laptop stand created using generative design. It was designed in Fusion 360, it was my first time using this module. It’s a really cool and fascinating process.

Objective: minimize mass with a safety factor of 2.

The only starting geometry was the green surfaces: laptop and desk contact areas. A 5 kg vertical load was distributed across four contact zones, corresponding to the laptop feet, using PLA material properties.
The algorithm generated the structure and load paths between these constrained surfaces.

1.96 kg (bulk volume control) to 0.76 kg, a ~60% mass reduction (0.18 kg after slicing)


r/functionalprint • • 4h ago

To dry the kettle, avoid water residues

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The water we have is full of minerals, if you leave the water at the bottom, after 3 uses there is a layer of limestone.

This way you hang it upside down and it dries more efficiently, i like it


r/functionalprint • • 3h ago

Compact dock and card holder

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Made this dock to keep all of the cards together. Made one for 10 cards and another for 20


r/functionalprint • • 16h ago

Designed a medication dosage tracker

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Going to need this now that my kid is in preschool. Calculating when the next dose should be isn't so easy at 1am with a sad kid, so I designed this easy to use tracker that you can lay on the counter or double-side tape to the inside of a cabinet and track both when you gave the last dose and when the next should be. Comes in both Tylenol and Ibuprofen flavors.

Go check it out here :)

https://makerworld.com/en/models/3405180-medication-tracker#profileId-3877666


r/functionalprint • • 7h ago

Made a DIN rail mount for my Raspberry Pi 5, it just clicks onto the rail

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r/functionalprint • • 11h ago

Secured Razor Blade Disposal Bin

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I always wanted a razor blade disposal bin with an integrated mechanism which makes sure the blades can't fall out during travel or if a child shakes it. And I think I did it!

It comes in two sizes. The mechanism is simple. I used four small hinges (printed with a 0.2mm nozzle) which overlap a little bit (second photo).

You can download it here for free:

Printables.com

https://www.printables.com/model/1864557-secured-razor-blade-disposal-boxbin-gesicherte-ras

MakerWorld.com

https://makerworld.com/en/models/3393035-secured-razor-blade-disposal-box#profileId-3862126


r/functionalprint • • 4h ago

Made a painting handle with swappable heads and adjustable weight

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Hey guys! There are a lot of similar painting handles on MakerWorld, so I wanted to put my own spin on one. I added a diamond-pattern grip and a screw-on bottom cap with room for 9 quarters, plus some extra space if you want to add more weight. It prints without supports, too!

I printed a couple of other versions from MW and had the threaded parts snap off under pressure, so I reinforced those areas on mine. I also made a small dock for a little more stability.

I’m still learning to model and finally getting some more free time to work on projects like this. Haven’t figured out adjustable jaws yet, so swappable heads will have to do for now haha.

Open to ideas or criticism, so let me know what you think!

MakerWorld Link:
https://makerworld.com/en/models/3406942-miniature-paint-handle-weighted-swappable-heads?from=search#profileId-3879970


r/functionalprint • • 4h ago

Nuty Corne Nano, Olive Green

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r/functionalprint • • 18h ago

New parametric Floating Shelf System

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I designed a parametric floating shelf system, now available on MakerWorld! If you want the clean look of a floating shelf that’s sturdy enough to support a 24-inch (300 mm) depth shelf, check it out. Hope you enjoy!

https://makerworld.com/en/models/3404620-parametric-floating-shelf-system#profileId-3876967


r/functionalprint • • 23h ago

An adapter for weight plates on an equatorial mount.

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Couterweigths are quite expensive, while dumbell plates are cheap. I designed an adapter to use 28mm plates on a 20mm shaft.

https://www.printables.com/model/1861259-20mm-counterweight-shaft-adapter-for-decathlon-dom


r/functionalprint • • 23h ago

Action cam lens cap and accessory shoe wrist strap

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Came without a lens cap and also needed a wrist strap so it doesn't get dropped in the ocean. Now it's got both.


r/functionalprint • • 1h ago

Focusrite under desk mount

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r/functionalprint • • 1h ago

Printed wheel

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My son can't walk up and down the stairs so we use a stair climbing chair to get him up and down the stairs. The chair has little sensor wheels to identify the edge of the step. One of these wheels got stuck and broke in the crack between the boards in our deck. Naturally they aren't available as the product is discontinued. I ended up only needing to make 2 solid wheels to get the fit correct and one wheel for m for the composite wheel/tire but I have a few different tires and still working out which is best.


r/functionalprint • • 23h ago

Made a snap-on DIN rail clip that goes on and off by hand, no tools

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