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FLEXI-SAUR
This project highlights an important capability of 3D printing, called “print-in-place”. The ability to construct a fully assembled item from scratch, complete with working hinges and articulation, is currently unique to 3D printing. Across 2 x 90-minute lessons, students will create a model of their chosen dinosaur type. Then they will split the model into sections and add print-in-place hinges. Lastly, they will 3D print their very own “Flexi-Saur”.
Subjects
Design and Technology
Humanities
Science
Computing
History
Years | Grades
8th Grade | 12-13 years
9th Grade | 13-14 years
10th Grade | 14-15 years
11th Grade | 15-16 years
Duration
Lesson 1: 90 minutes
Print time: ~ 1 hour 30 minutes
Lesson 2: 90 minutes
Flexi-Saur trailer
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0:52
Objectives
Create a 3D model of your chosen dinosaur
Split your model into sections and add print-in-place hinges
Slice and print your Flexi-Saur model
Tools and equipment
BE3D eDee printer and computers with CAD software
Example hinges
Example Flexi-Saur
Skill requirements
To participate in the lesson, students should be able to:
Use TinkerCAD, Fusion 360 or Similar CAD software at an intermediate level
Be comfortable with the principles of print-in-place hinges and their design
Be comfortable using DeeControl software including adjusting print settings
Use the BE3D eDee printer
Flexi-Saur walkthrough
Locked
7:58
3D models overview
Total print time
12 hours 10 minutes
Total filament
26.7 m
Additional non-printable components
Printed all at once
BALL AND SOCKET HINGE
10 minutes
0.05 m
BRACHIOSAURUS
1 hour 15 minutes
2.6 m
BRACHIOSAURUS 2
1 hour 15 minutes
2.6 m
CONE AND SOCKET CUTAWAY
1 hour
1.8 m
DOUBLE CONE AND SOCKET HINGE
2 hours 45 minutes
7.7 m
FLEXI DINO EGG
2 hours 45 minutes
6.6 m
LIVING HINGE
10 minutes
0.12 m
OVERSIZED PIN HINGE
40 minutes
1.7 m
PIANO HINGE
1 hour
2 m
SIMPLE BALL AND SOCKET HINGE
20 minutes
0.5 m
SIMPLE PIN HINGE
50 minutes
1.1 m
Note: Values are calculated for one set of models.
Lesson resources
Lesson plan
Example hinges
Example Flexi-Saur
Worksheet
Walkthrough
Presentation
3D models
3D print instructions
Curriculum Alignment: ISTE standard compliant
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