Articulated Space Shuttle

Articulated Space Shuttle — From bed to hand in one go — that's the promise. ### Maker's Note Articulated Space Shuttle is one of those prints where you remember why you bought a 3D printer in the first place. It's the sort of design where every segment feels deliberate. No filler joints, nothing that flops awkwardly. If you've got kids in the house this one is gold — durable enough to survive a coffee table tumble. ### 🔥 Quick Specs | | | |---|---| | Style | Print-in-place flexi | | Assembly | Pop it off the bed, give it a wiggle, done | | Supports | Skip them — the joints depend on no supports | | Layer height | 0.2mm. Drop to 0.12mm for show-piece quality | | Infill | 15% — balances weight with joint snap | | Filament | PLA or PETG. PETG makes the joints a touch more durable | | Print time | ~56–93 hours @ 0.2mm (varies with size & speed) | | Size | Comfortable handheld scale at 100% | ### What's in the Download - 86 ready-to-print model files (STL) - Print one, print them all — they share the same style language - Personal-use license — see license tab for details ### Quick Tips - Slow the first 3 layers to 25mm/s for bulletproof bed sticking - After removal, flex each joint a couple of times before posing — they free up beautifully - Wash hands or use gloves before handling if you plan to paint — fingerprints catch primer - Try silk PLA for a metallic/satin finish that looks painted out of the slicer - Glow-in-the-dark filament looks unreal on this design Happy printing. Tag the workshop if you make one — I love seeing them in the wild.