![]() The fact that Knowlton was able to complete a project on this scale and detail goes to show that you don’t need a giant, expensive printer to produce large, multi-colored, and high-quality prints. Knowlton printed everything in ABS filament on a Printrbot Metal Simple, which I think is awesome, as this machine is among the most reasonably priced printers on the market and has a modest 6’圆’圆′ build platform. Everything, but the astronauts (which were downloaded online), was modeled in Autodesk Inventor. I can’t say enough about both the design as well as the finished product in this project, as it really has a very polished look. Knowlton said that his plan was “to make an open-sided rocket, a moon rover vehicle with trailers, and enough supply items so that my little two-year-old ‘astronaut’ can stock the spaceship for a pretend flight into space and then explore the new worlds in the moon rover.” Finally, no moon base is complete without a rover so Knowlton designed a moon rover to go along with the rocket playhouse. One level is a full control center with a computer, radar screen, flight control, and moonscape views, while the bottom level contains oxygen tanks, another level is outfitted with beds designed for the astronaut models, and each level comes complete with a personalized message for Benjamin. The two-foot rocket is complete with three, interconnected levels. It looks perfect for a two-year-old and has enough variety to keep his grandson Benjamin occupied for a long time. The two-foot-tall rocket ship is open-sided and is incredibly detailed. The final product looks as good as something that you’d spend hundreds of dollars for at FAO Schwartz. Maker and grandpa Chris Knowlton designed and 3D printed an amazing rocket ship playhouse for his two-year-old grandson. Because of this, I really love this project that shared with us by Simplif圓D. It makes for a truly unique and personal way to connect with someone, as the time, effort, and thought involved can truly express how much you care. Ever since I got into 3D printing, I have always enjoyed 3D printing gifts for loved ones.
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