Overview
Can you 3D model the strongest boat? In OPIM Innovate's 3D printing competition, participants will submit a unique boat design to encompass the best buoyancy. Submit an STL file of your design and we will print it for you!
Rules
Participants will submit a unique boat design to encompass the best buoyancy.
Details
- No adjusting the slicer settings from their defaults (all submissions will be printed in PLA filament with 15% infill)
- Whether it be a cavity in the boat or a 2x2 inch platform on top, there must be a way to place small 5 gram weights in the boat
- All prints must be completed in the Innovate lab to ensure proper slicer settings
- No outside prints will be able to compete
- You cannot add any any additional pieces to your print
- Prints must be able to be completed in less than 10 hours
- Prints must be submitted in .STL file format through the submission form
- Prints must be no bigger than a base of 6.5in x 2.5in with a height no taller than 2in
- IT MUST BE A CONVENTIONAL BOAT, no flat rafts, buoys, or simple floating objects will be accepted.
Timeline
Event | Date/Time | Location |
Competition Kickoff | Friday November 3rd, 4-5pm | BUSN 391 |
Sign-Up and Submission Deadline | Wednesday November 8th, 1pm | Form |
Judging | Wednesday November 15th, 11am-1pm | BUSN 391 |
Prizes & Awards
Award | Prize |
Most Buoyant | 3D Printing Pen |
Most Artistic | 3D Printed Trophy |
Least PLA Used | 3D Printed Trophy |