Is this 3D model free to download?

Yes, Nautilus Gears is free to download from Thingiverse. Open it in the free Thinger app, or use the "Download from Thingiverse" link to open the original listing by the creator.

Where do I download the STL file?

The download is hosted by Thingiverse. Use the "Download from Thingiverse" link on this page to open the original listing and grab the file, or save it to your print queue in the free Thinger app.

Designed by MishaT, published on Thingiverse. Please credit the creator when sharing your print.

Can I print this at home?

Yes. This is a printable 3D model intended for home FDM and resin printers. Check the original listing for suggested print settings.

Nautilus Gears 3D printable model by MishaT

Nautilus Gears

Source: Thingiverse by MishaT

The Nautilus Gears is a free printable 3D model from Thingiverse by MishaT. Nautilus gears based on logarithmic spirals. You can download the STL file from the original listing below and print it at home.

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22,599 saves Source: Thingiverse Updated 2026-11-02 License: CC-BY · commercial OK 597 makes Category: Decor & Art

Tags: Fushigi, gears, logarithmic, nautilus, non-circular gear, spiral

About this model

Nautilus gears based on logarithmic spirals. Gear profiles generated based on research by Ágnes Dabi, Zsigmond Istvan Varju, Dr. Laczik Balint et. al. at the Budapesti Muszaki es Gazdasagtudomanyi Egyetem. Agnes, Dabi (2005). Változó áttételű fogaskerék tervezés (Doctoral dissertation). Budapesti Műszaki és Gazdaságtudományi Egyetem The gear profiles were generated using this Maple script for which full credit goes to the original authors: Rendered animation of the gears: Don't own a 3D printer? Now available for purchase at Shapeways ( I'm not going to upload the SolidWorks file because it is frankly a mess of different experimentation, but I uploaded the DXF which should be easy enough to modify with most CAD software. Update: No more breaking pins! I've replaced the pins with a simple p…

Frequently asked questions

Is this 3D model free to download?: Yes. Nautilus Gears is free to download from Thingiverse. Open it in the free Thinger app, or use the "Download from Thingiverse" link 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 MishaT.
Who made this model?: Designed by MishaT, 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.