Floating Benchy
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Description
“If you're going to use a Benchy for calibration tests, why not turn it into a little floating boat?”
We kept the classic Benchy shape exactly the same and only modified some internal printing parameters and the model's structure so that it can stay afloat, with no visible external changes.
Optimized infill for improved stability
A very low infill percentage was used at the top and a much higher one at the bottom. This helps to better distribute the weight and achieve a more stable balance on the water.
Furthermore, a denser bottom infill makes the print an even more demanding calibration test.
If your Benchy doesn't float perfectly on your printer, you can adjust these values according to your settings.
Hollow base to increase buoyancy
The lower area of the hull was internally emptied to improve buoyancy and keep the Benchy stable while in the water.
Having minimal contact with the bottom surface, printing precision is truly put to the test.
Bottom view
Print it and try it floating in a puddle, the bathtub, or even a pond!
Hope you like it :)
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