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Alien Flower Sundew

by Petal3D
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This alien flower loves to catch insects and small critters in its sticky protrusions. The model has appeared in my YouTube video https://youtu.be/MENpbfTeKBE.

The following models are provided:
V01 - original Maya model - do not print
V02 - remodelled with more detail

The original concept of this plant was a ball with spikes at the top of a long stem. Refining the concept led to the spikes becoming more rounded and therefore more printable.

Print using at least 25% infill, preferably 50%. You will need to use supports due to the many unsupported leaves.

The v01 alien sundew flower was modelled in Maya. The v02 model was cleaned up in MeshMixer and detailed in ZBrush.

Plants with a similar concept have appeared in my demo game https://youtu.be/wspaapLo5rg and turntable animation https://youtu.be/ieJL2TUDN3k
Source
Thingiverse
What you need to print this: Intermediate Medium confidence
Why?
supports needed
Single piece Supports required
Supports 2/3
Assembly 0/3
Settings 2/3
Bed size 0/3
Post-process 0/3
Printer
FDM / FFF
File format
STL
Material
PLA
Min. bed size
50 mm (Small)
Software
Cura, PrusaSlicer, or similar
Frequently Asked Questions
Which 3D printer is suitable for Alien Flower Sundew?
Any FDM printer should handle Alien Flower Sundew just fine. It's been printed on machines like Bambu Lab A1 Mini, Prusa Mini+, Creality Ender 3, most FDM printers. A minimum build volume of 50 mm is recommended.
Does Alien Flower Sundew need supports when printing?
Yes, Alien Flower Sundew will probably need supports for the overhangs. Tree supports work well here and are easier to remove than regular ones.
What file format is Alien Flower Sundew available in?
Alien Flower Sundew is available in STL format. These files can be opened and sliced using free software such as Cura, PrusaSlicer, Bambu Studio, or OrcaSlicer for FDM printing, or ChiTuBox and Lychee Slicer for resin printing. The download is provided through Thingiverse.
Is Alien Flower Sundew free to download?
Yes, Alien Flower Sundew is available as a free download through Thingiverse. Always check the license on the original platform to understand commercial use, remixing, and attribution requirements.
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