Print in Place Brain Bot (fidget) Puzzle Box - Free 3D Print Model

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P1S

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X1 Carbon

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A1 mini

H2D

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A2L

95% Infill at shoe and body interface for higher durability

Designer

10.8 h

1 plate

4.9(12)

0.2mm layer, 2 walls, 15% infill

Designer

8.5 h

1 plate

4.3(47)

Revision 2 improved tightness 0.2mmlayer,2 walls,15% infill

Designer

10.6 h

1 plate

4.5(11)

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Description

Introducing the Brain Bot Puzzle Box – a captivating 3D-printed brain teaser that combines both challenge and reward. Designed as a print-in-place puzzle, this intricate box must be solved to set the Brain Bot fidget free from its carefully crafted confines. The puzzle box features uniquely designed hinges and a clever mechanism that will engage puzzle enthusiasts of all levels.

Inside the heart of the puzzle lies the Brain Bot, a fidget designed with a double-helix spring that offers endless fun once released. The fusion of clever engineering and a playful challenge makes this puzzle box a must-try for those seeking both mental stimulation and a hands-on reward. Perfect for puzzle lovers, fidget fans, and 3D printing enthusiasts, the Brain Bot Puzzle Box is a true test of wit and dexterity. Are you ready to unlock the Brain Bot and set your mind in motion?

!!!!SPOILER!!!!! PUZZLE SOLUTION REVEALED BELOW.

Revision 2 - Improved Tightness and A new Character!

Welcome to the improved Brain Bot Puzzle Box! In this revision, I've made key enhancements to tighten the puzzle's mechanism, ensuring it stays more snug and functional even after it's solved for the first time.

This print-in-place brain teaser is not just a puzzle—it's a journey to free the Brain Bot fidget from its intricate enclosure.

👉 Features:

Improved post-solution tightness for better reusability.
The worm a new puzzle character that is just there for fun
New little house that is a key to holding the puzzle together better.

Original Model:

Watch this video to see how to get the fidget out of the box. In this video I had someone solve the puzzle who didn't know how it worked. It took about 2 minutes and 40 seconds to solve the puzzle and get the brain bot out of the box. In the video you will also notice the cylinder looks like a whistle. I ended up removing that feature because I couldn't get the whistle to work properly.

Reassembly Video:

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Comment & Rating (144)

@RJDesign

Am I missing something? I take the 2 small pieces on the base out turn it over, lift up and it's solved ? Really wanted to like it but feels like there's no challenge at all? The hole through the middle would lock it better but that's not used?

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The designer has replied

@locatiadesigns

If you identify the 2 pieces right away, then the puzzle is straight forward. Thank you for the feedback! I will think about how to make the puzzle more challenging. There were some additional features I wanted to add in, but ran out of time for the challenge.

@RJDesign

Thanks for the reply, Ok I understand, I gave the puzzle a light shake when I picked it up off the printer and these pieces all fell out straight away. I think it has has great potential and alot of the mechanisms are already in place but not used. But after 8 hours of printing I was a little dissapointed. I hope you continue with its development and I look forward to the next version

@locatiadesigns

Replying to @RJDesign :

Sorry for the disappointment. Thank you for the feedback!

@mrchrisman

Print Profile

0.2mm layer, 2 walls, 15% infill

it appeared to print fine, but when I opened it up the feet were snapped off. I have no idea how this could have happened. Shame. 300g of filament down the toilet. Did Bambu even test this when giving it first prize?

The profile uploader has replied

@scotta316

I thought everyone knew how weak matte filament is. Apparently not.

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@spiesmax14

extra free puzzel pieces

@locatiadesigns

It is important to be careful when you remove the character. I have printed a number of times and have been able to extract the brain bot. If you do snap the feet off, you can use super glue and put them back on.

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@GTnutt

Boosted

I love this! It was perfect for a birthday present for a psych professor friend. The first time disassembling some pieces were a bit stuck, but nothing broke. Was very loose after that (a lot of it falls out by gravity alone if turning upside down). I did have a foot break off when freeing the brain on the spring. The spring is very tight and the legs didn't print solid. If I were to print again, I would add a modifier object to print 100% solid around the legs. Printed on a generic holographic bed, and it did lift a bit even with a brim. Larger brim would have helped, or using the stock textured PEI bed. Thank you for the design! Boosted!

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The designer has replied

@locatiadesigns

Thanks for the boost and the thoughtful feedback! I think I can add variable infill settings throughout the print. I'll take a look at that to see if I can change the infill around the legs. Thanks for sharing your experience with the holographic bed. I have only tried the textured PEI bed for this print.

@locatiadesigns

@GTnutt I've increased the infill to 95% at the shoe and leg interface to allow for the grid infill pattern throughout the part. I've tested the print and it came out nice. The print profile has been added to the print profiles. Please let me know what you think.

@vojta44564

It is very good, but only for once, after that it does not assemble well, but it would be good if you made some pieces to fit in that hole so that when you assemble it, it has more v

The designer has replied

@locatiadesigns

that’s a good idea. I will play with that. I could design some second solve pieces. thanks!

@Any3D

Boosted

Print Profile: Designer, 95% infill Print Time: 9h25m with P1S 0.4 nozzle A truly splendid print. Minimal play during initial disassembly, and quite intricate. Nothing broke on mine, and the print was clean. After reassembly, everything is a little wobbly, but it's always fun. My children are thrilled, anyway. It's not the most challenging puzzle, but it's enjoyable. Five stars for the achievement of developing this as a complete print.

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@locatiadesigns

Thank you for the review! I'm so glad your children enjoy it!

@pepitogrillado

It's very good but only for a single use after that it no longer assembles well but it would be good if you made some inserts for that hole so that when you assemble it it has more stability

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@locatiadesigns

google translate, forgive me if there are errors Thank you for the feedback This is something others also had issues with I have some ideas for improvement for reassembly

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@toddtidwell

Boosted

Print Profile

0.2mm layer, 2 walls, 15% infill

Fun smooth print, well done on the design!

The profile uploader has replied

@locatiadesigns

Thank you!

@toddtidwell

Boosted

Awesome puzzle box to make at home! Works in single color too. So much engineering to get the details right and be able to print in place, really cool. My little character's foot broke off because I pushed a little too hard trying to put the puzzle back together after solving in. But I also printed using matte filament and it was totally my fault for pushing too hard. I am going to attempt to reprint the model with just the figure and give it solid infill on the legs if that's possible, and see if that works. Awesome job, fun print!

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The designer has replied

@locatiadesigns

Awesome! I'm glad you enjoyed! I published a version of just the brain bot with enhanced durability here: https://makerworld.com/en/models/660267#profileId-587429

@Matite

Printed fine. Came off the plate with no issues. Thanks for the model! Congrats on your win.

The designer has replied

@locatiadesigns

Awesome! thank you!

@nichop54

Print Profile

0.2mm layer, 2 walls, 15% infill

Falls apart on its own. Not much to puzzle over

The profile uploader has replied

@locatiadesigns

Thanks for letting me know!

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