Ostomachion // Archimedes Puzzle
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The Ostomachion // Archimedes Puzzle is a free printable 3D model from MyMiniFactory by MakeAnything. According to Wolfram Alpha, the Ostomachion is a 14-piece dissection puzzle described in fragmentary manuscripts attributed to Archimedes as noted by Magnus Ausonius (310-395. You can download the STL file from the original listing below and print it at home.
About this model
According to Wolfram Alpha, the Ostomachion is a 14-piece dissection puzzle described in fragmentary manuscripts attributed to Archimedes as noted by Magnus Ausonius (310-395 A.D.). This makes it one of the oldest known puzzles. In November 2003, Bill Cutler found there to be 536 possible distinct arrangements of the pieces into a square, illustrated above, where solutions that are equivalent by rotation and reflection are considered identical (Pegg 2003). Despite this, finding just one arrangement is quite a challenge! Files are named by color, but these are simply a suggestion. Color as you wish :)
Frequently asked questions
- Is this 3D model free to download?
- Yes. Ostomachion // Archimedes Puzzle is free to download from MyMiniFactory. Click the "Download free STL" button above to open the original listing.
- Where is the STL hosted?
- The download is hosted by MyMiniFactory, not by Thinger. We link you directly to the original listing by MakeAnything.
- Who made this model?
- Designed by MakeAnything, published on MyMiniFactory. 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.
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