The definition of chaos is complete disorder and confusion- this sculpture features a triple pendulum which devolves in to a chaotic movement when you start moving it side to side. Using paddles connected to rack and pinions, you can control the chaos by pressing on the paddles. 

The STL File:
Prints on all standard 3d printers, requires no additional tools or assembly. This video shows how to assemble it!
https://youtu.be/GuIfRCekvZI?si=Epl9jBimZcqmcq4M

Recommended print settings:
Layer Height: 0.2mm
Nozzle: 0.4mm
Infill: 15-18% 
Total Print Time: ~10 hours
Total Material: ~200g

**All the files have been pre-oriented to save you some set up time! All you need to do is drop the parts into your slicer and hit print!﻿

The Triple Pendulum Chaos Creator

Full Build (10h - 200g).stl

Sometimes we humans need to build machines with the sole purpose of demonstrating the effects of gravity on a steel sphere. This is a machine that happily fulfills that purpose.   Be mesmerized by the combination of engineering and physics resulting from the simple motion of turning a gear.  Watch as the steel ball bearings gain potential energy as they're being lifted by the big wheel, only to be converted to kinetic energy as they roll around the well and tumble back to the bottom.  Be amazed by the fact that this whole thing is 3D Printed.

This download includes all of the STL files needed to print your own Gravity Well desk sculpture and requires no additional tools for assembly. This piece will bring you some needed meditation reminding you that there is order in the universe after all.

You will need to purchase 1/2" ball bearings (or 12-12.5mm) which can be found here:
https://geni.us/halfinchBallBearings 


Recommended print settings:
Layer Height: 0.2mm (All Parts except Well) | 0.1mm for Well 
Nozzle: 0.4mm

The largest file size is the dish, which is 205mm x 205mm.  All the files have been pre-oriented to save you some set up time. 

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