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Entropy
@entropytamed
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Bio
Creative at heart. 3D printing, Graphic Design, Painting & Tinkering. Mixing it up between functional prints, hobby accessories, and pointless fidgety trinkets.
Achievements
MakerWorld Guardian
Active more than 20 days out of last 30 days UTC time
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Won 3 model contest awards.
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3 models are featured by MakerWorld.
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Pinned Models
Manne - Articulated Art Reference Figure
Manne - Articulated Art Reference Figure
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Reader's Emporium - Book Nook
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Reader's Emporium - Book Nook
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Harley Sportster Motorcycle Kit
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Harley Sportster Motorcycle Kit
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Minka Skyland - Levitating Island
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Minka Skyland - Levitating Island
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Small Shelf for Outlets
Small Shelf for Outlets
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X-Acto Knife Utility Blade Cap
X-Acto Knife Utility Blade Cap
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Recent Models
Minka Skyland - Levitating Island
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Minka Skyland - Levitating Island
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Tiny Garden Fence - Modular Sections
Tiny Garden Fence - Modular Sections
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Wine Glass Holder for Camp Chair
Wine Glass Holder for Camp Chair
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Recent Article
Bringing Fantasy to Life!
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Bringing Fantasy to Life!Designing the Minka Skyland Levitating IslandThere is something inherently magical about floating islands. From classics like Gulliver's Travels to the modern Hallelujah Mountains of Avatar, the idea of a tiny world suspended in mid-air continues to capture the imagination. With the #KitChallenge and the power of magnetic levitation, I had the opportunity to bring a piece of that fantasy onto my desk. Meet the Minka Skyland—a fully 3D-printable floating sculpture featuring tiny, detailed traditional homes glowing with warmth. 💡 The InspirationThe concept was born out of a desire to blend traditional architecture with a whimsical twist. "Minka" (traditional Japanese folk houses) have incredibly beautiful, rustic structures. When I saw the magnetic levitation kit, I knew it was the perfect opportunity to turn fiction into reality. The goal was to create a cozy, ambient sculpture where the warm interior lights make the island look alive and inhabited. 🛠️ The Design ProcessDesigning for a magnetic levitation kit adds an extra layer of structural planning compared to a simple static sculpture:Weight Distribution: The floating island had to be light & perfectly balanced. Going from the idea (tiny village in the sky), to something that was light enough, printable, and completely balanced required careful planning.Lighting: To achieve that cozy, warm ambiance, I designed hollow structures so that LED light could illuminate the tiny windows of the homes from within.  🧐 Tips for Magnetic PositioningSetting up a #MagLevDIY project definitely comes with a learning curve! I couldn't find a lot of guidance online so I thought I'd share what worked best for me:Two-Hands: Do not try to drop the island from directly above. Instead, hold the model firmly between thumb and pointer finger using both hands.From the Side: Bring the model in slowly from the side, keeping it level and close to the base.Listen for the Cue: Use your pinkies against the levitation base to stabilize your hands. As you center the island, you will feel the magnetic field get stronger. Listen closely—you will hear a very subtle, faint buzz when the electronic stabilization system activates. Once you feel that locking sensation, gently let go. 🔗 Modle Link: Minka Skyland - Levitating Island