Is this 3D model free to download?

Yes, Dragonfly Science 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 thinkpool, 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.

Dragonfly Science

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The Dragonfly Science is a free printable 3D model from Thingiverse by thinkpool. ###If you like this thing, send your email to us so we can let you know when the Kickstarter begins for our current project. You can download the STL file from the original listing below and print it at home.

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Tags: Dragonfly, Science

About this model

###If you like this thing, send your email to us so we can let you know when the Kickstarter begins for our current project. Click this link to send your email Thank you One of the most fascinating creatures on Earth, the dragonfly has a very ancient stroke. It's an up-and-down stroke instead of a back-and-forth stroke. An airfoil uses aerodynamic lift to carry its weight. But the dragonfly uses a lot of aerodynamic drag to carry its weight. What’s odd is that with airplanes you always think about minimizing drag, you never think about using drag for lift. The physics of dragonfly flight inspired me to build a mechanical dragonfly based on scientific research by Z. Jane Wang, professor of theoretical and applied mechanics at Cornell University, and Akira Azuma research papers. This design …

Frequently asked questions

Is this 3D model free to download?: Yes. Dragonfly Science 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 thinkpool.
Who made this model?: Designed by thinkpool, 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.