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Flapping Pterodactyl

by putridp
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A simple print and simple construction for a simple little toy. This was a project to play with Fusion 360's T-spline environment for the first time. Pushing the button flaps the wings. And yes, I did choose pink for a prototype print - no one can prove pterodactyls weren't pink, can they?! :)

Prints okay without supports depending on how well your printer manages bridges. Brims might help prevent warping.

Print two pins. The wings are simply mirror images of each other.

The STLs are rather big - I scaled to 30% to fit on my 160x160mm Ender 2 print bed.

At 30% the pins are quite snug in their sockets, but it's probably best to use a bit of super-glue anyway.

I intend to update this model at some point, with better detail on the wings and perhaps a better body shape. I'll mark the updated versions as v2 if/when I do.

edit: I forgot to upload the Fusion f3d file - now done.
edit2: following brimstone326's suggestion, the button has been modified so it can be printed on
Source
Thingiverse
What you need to print this: Beginner Medium confidence
Why?
no supports
Support-free Single piece
Supports 0/3
Assembly 0/3
Settings 1/3
Bed size 0/3
Post-process 1/3
Printer
FDM / FFF
File format
STL
Material
PLA
Min. bed size
160 mm (Medium)
Post-processing
Gluing
Software
Cura, PrusaSlicer, or similar
Frequently Asked Questions
Which 3D printer is suitable for Flapping Pterodactyl?
Any FDM printer should handle Flapping Pterodactyl 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 160 mm is recommended.
Does Flapping Pterodactyl need supports when printing?
No supports needed for Flapping Pterodactyl — it's designed to print clean off the bed.
What file format is Flapping Pterodactyl available in?
Flapping Pterodactyl 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 Flapping Pterodactyl free to download?
Yes, Flapping Pterodactyl 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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