Moon Shot
Source: Thingiverse by WilliamAAdams
The Moon Shot is a free printable 3D model from Thingiverse by WilliamAAdams. Inspired by Bre's Moon crater, I thought, why not the whole moon? This thing is a bump mapped sphere that uses the planetary map data/images from here: Specifically, I used this. You can download the STL file from the original listing below and print it at home.
About this model
Inspired by Bre's Moon crater, I thought, why not the whole moon? This thing is a bump mapped sphere that uses the planetary map data/images from here: Specifically, I used this one: I essentially used the same bump mapping technique I used on this bowl: That is, use the picture as a height map. Use that height map to displace the vertices around the sphere. At the same time, use the image to colorize the thing as well, if you want extra reality. Now came the special part. Since I had the moon in my hands, I wanted to split it open and see what it was made of, answering that age old question once and for all. So, I cracked it open, and found that it was in fact hollow! No green men, no Amazonian women, no cheese, nothing, just a void. Unlike answering the Easter Bunny question, this was qu…
Frequently asked questions
- Is this 3D model free to download?
- Yes. Moon Shot is free to download from Thingiverse. Click the "Download free STL" button above to open the original listing.
- Where is the STL hosted?
- The download is hosted by Thingiverse, not by Thinger. We link you directly to the original listing by WilliamAAdams.
- Who made this model?
- Designed by WilliamAAdams, published on Thingiverse. Please credit the creator when sharing your print online.
- Can I print this at home?
- Yes. This model is intended for home FDM and resin 3D printers. Check the original listing for suggested print settings like layer height and supports.
