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Before I switched to programming, I was actually a mechanical engineer. I did a lot of 3D modeling in those days, and a fair bit of design. When we got back from traveling full-time in the camper, I realized I really really missed 3D modeling, and wanted to be able to do it more, only now I wanted to do it as a hobby.

So, I got my hands on a 3D printer, and started printing stuff. Sometimes the stuff I print is pretty cool, so I open-source it and share it online.

This feed is a collection of those things.

  • Portable Kite Tail Winder
    3D Printed Designs

    Portable Kite Tail Winder

    I needed a better way to wind up my kite tail, so I designed something to help me. You can download the file and print your own.

    December 22, 2024
    3d Printing, kiting, project kite winder
  • Weighted Tree Decoration Stand
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    Weighted Tree Decoration Stand

    A small 3-piece tree decoration stand for little trees, snowflakes, and other fun things. My kiddo and wife wanted to make these, so I designed a stand that is optionally weighted by pennies to make it extra stable.

    November 23, 2024
    3d Printing, christmas
  • Delta Kite GoPro Mount
    3D Printed Designs

    Delta Kite GoPro Mount

    On one end, you loop a string onto your kite string, and add foam tape to the other end. The idea is that the foam tape will pinch on the keel tight enough, and the tight string and keep keeps the camera relatively steady. I got decent results with this version, but it could be improved with a better mechanism to grip the keel, and would also benefit from being a little easier to print.

    July 30, 2024
    3d Printing, kiting, Project Kite Mount
  • Laptop Wall Brackets With Airflow
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    Laptop Wall Brackets With Airflow

    I needed to mount a laptop to the wall to maximize the limited desktop space. I also wanted to make sure the laptop had enough airflow to keep it cool when it was running, and also a design that would allow me to open the lid without removing the laptop from the wall in the process.

    July 30, 2024
    10, 3d Printing, 7, gaming

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