Feet and LegsI printed the hip cook hinges for the legs from the softer TPU as if super glue is added to them they become more firm and the layer lines do not separate as they normally do. I much prefer this to using the firmer black TPU filament. Shoulder and Hip SocketsInitial test design of the socket for the hip and shoulder joint: Head Redesign for PrintingThe top jaw printed ok but the lower jaw failed. Also, the two don't fit together well as shown below (a band holds them together temporarily): Unfortunately this Cura layout wasn't successful as it created a messy surface finish.
Head FrillHead Mechanism Spare TestThese tests are made from older prints: - hinge glued in place which I want to CAD like the ankles to have two pins which are then epoxy glued in place for a strong hold. - integrate the fishing wire into the jaw with CADed holes/channels for it to run through. - integrate the elastic inside the upper and lower jaw by having a separately printed inside parts that can sit in the hollow head shells. - CAD the hole for the neck control stick. After this test I have been considering going with a two handed design to improve head control rather than relying on one hand and my wrist to do all of that work. Neck
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