Paper Plane - Magnetic Levitation
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Description
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A minimal paper plane 3D printed design that creates a striking illusion of suspension in mid-air, achieved through a balance between magnetic attraction and a stabilizing thread.
The plane appears to float in the air, held only by a thin, almost invisible string.
✈️ How it works
- A circular magnet is mounted on top of the plane
- A second identical magnet is placed on the top of the base
- The magnets attract each other, generating an upward force
- A thread attached underneath the base and the plane limits the lift and stabilizes the system
- By adjusting the thread length, the perfect balance point is reached, creating the levitation effect
🧲 Magnet specifications
- Diameter: 30 mm
- Thickness: 4 mm
- Visible magnets, fully integrated into the design
🧵 Required materials
- 2 magnets Ø30 × 4 mm
- Thin thread (nylon / fishing line)
🖨️ 3D Printing
- Clean, minimal design
- Easy to print
- Ideal for PLA or PETG
🎯 Perfect for
- Modern decorative piece
- Desks and creative spaces
- Physics and balance demonstrations
- Makers who love visual illusions
- Instant “wow” effect ✨
License
You may create derivative works based on this object, provided that all such derivative works are published exclusively on the MakerWorld platform and include proper attribution to the original creator. You may not share, upload, host, distribute, or publish this object—or any derivative work of this object—on any other digital platform, marketplace, or distribution channel. Commercial use of this object and any derivative works is strictly prohibited. This includes, but is not limited to, selling, renting, sublicensing, or using the object in any context in which you receive monetary compensation or other financial benefits.
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