A.N.O.T.H.E.R. Modular System

Advanced Nodal Oriented Transformable Hubs and Elemental Rigging. 

Is a modular system that uses an “Under Squinted Stop Splayed Scarf Joint With Table and Wedge” as its basis for connection. A system that can be expanded upon by you and shared with the community to have a uniform design that works.

The idea behind this design is that I see a lot of incredible ideas and designs but they just don't fit together or a lot of redesign has to be done to make it work. With a standard system it is easy enough to just expand on a solid foundation.

But mostly: No external non 3D-printed parts/components required for this system!!

I've added the print profile of the sample box you can see above. All other files you can download as .STL and mix and match to your desire. 
Please don't add print profiles of all kinds of different part configurations.

Recommended Print Settings:

• 0.4mm nozzle
• 0.16mm Optimal Profile
• 3 walls
• 8 top and bottom shell layers (this way all sides/walls have approximately the same thickness)
• Gyroid infill

Print the parts such that the joint is flat on the bed with the indents facing upwards. If that is not possible, for instance with corner joint, add a snug support.

Design Reference:

Here you can find the design specifications for the joint itself. The dimensions and the shape.

I've added a .STEP file which can be easily imported and added to, or used as a basis for, a new design. This can then be incorporated into the A.N.O.T.H.E.R. Modular System.

The Node System

The number behind the name of an element indicates the length of the assembled configuration from center to center of the nodes.

Assembly and Tools

Start by sliding the two joints together

Insert the first wedge

Insert the second wedge

Slide the wedge tool over the thick sides of the wedges.

Note that the tool has an offset of the pins. If these pins don't align with the wedges flip the tool to the other side. In case this is not possible due to a wall or another part that is in the way, then take out the wedges and flip those around such that the wider sides are now flipped to the other side.

Press on the tool sides to firmly secure the wedges in place.

In case it is difficult to keep the joint aligned you can use the “ANOTHER Tool Hold Assist” to keep it in place.

Base Components:

Happy Printing!