Smiling Heart Automaton 2023

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By rotating the handle, the flower opens, revealing a rotating queen. At this point, the heart smiles...only to loose its smile when the flower closes back (see my instagram @invenartautomat for videos)Files currently include:- assembly STEP files- all DXF files for laser cutting manufacturing- STEP file for 3D printingProject made using sculpteo's online manufacturing with:- 3D printed parts printed in white SLS nylon PA12. Fully modeled except for the string linking the smile to its cam follower.- 3mm thick okoumé plywood (lasercut)- 3mm thick transparent nylon (lasercut)Some parts (for example the petals and were then painted with acrylic paint.All screws are metric M2 and M3 screws. All springs are custom made using spring wire (see model for diameters). Dowel pins are pins.If you wish to make one and have questions, just message me either through instagram (@invenartautomata) or through my website (invenart.com). I'd love to help you out.

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invenart
Swiss, designing kinetic sculptures in beautiful old Prague. Mixing tradition with a modern twist and a dab of humor. Using art as a medium to inspire and transmit know-how to artists and designers alike about what one can build with a minimalistic toolbox.

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