# Community

**URL:** https://discourse.shapr3d.com/c/community/50.md

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## [About the Community category](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/about-the-community-category/41070)

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**Author:** [@Ambrus](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Ambrus)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [June 18, 2026, 12:22pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/about-the-community-category/41070 "2026-06-18T12:22:28Z")

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Discuss, create, learn.

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## [\[wip\] nes](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/wip-nes/41689)

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**Author:** [@daniel.crk](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/daniel.crk)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [September 27, 2026, 12:51pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/wip-nes/41689 "2026-09-27T12:51:22Z")

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Hey everyone, wanted to share a work-in-progress project, modeling a NES. I’m using calipers to take measurements and the precision is down to half a millimeter. It has a more complex shape than you’d think, there is b…

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## [Dinosaur cookies used for making molds](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/dinosaur-cookies-used-for-making-molds/41688)

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**Author:** [@martinchou](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/martinchou)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [September 27, 2026, 7:37am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/dinosaur-cookies-used-for-making-molds/41688 "2026-09-27T07:37:42Z")

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Keep pushing with the more difficult modeling tasks

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## [How to Model From a Mesh File](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-model-from-a-mesh-file/41645)

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**Author:** [@Yepher](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Yepher)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [September 26, 2026, 9:36pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/how-to-model-from-a-mesh-file/41645 "2026-09-26T21:36:29Z")

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Often, I get mesh files like 3MF, STL, etc and I want to use them in a tool like Shapr3D. I thought I’d show you how to create a drawing that Shapr3D can use directly. We can produce a series of to-scale 2D drawings that…

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## [Hi there, i am new to shapr3d and i made this building. Please enjoy](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/hi-there-i-am-new-to-shapr3d-and-i-made-this-building-please-enjoy/41685)

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**Author:** [@TheCreator](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/TheCreator)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [September 26, 2026, 5:48am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/hi-there-i-am-new-to-shapr3d-and-i-made-this-building-please-enjoy/41685 "2026-09-26T05:48:38Z")

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Does anyone like my building?

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## [Camera lens](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/camera-lens/4105)

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**Author:** [@MM46](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/MM46)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [September 24, 2026, 9:18am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/camera-lens/4105 "2026-09-24T09:18:20Z")

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I have been testing Shapr over the last couple of weeks before embarking on some real projects. Pretty happy with this with the exception of the graphics that I have applied in Adobe Dimension…Just can’t get enough reso…

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## [Just for fun! A bumblebee?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/just-for-fun-a-bumblebee/41671)

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**Author:** [@BKE](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/BKE)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [September 21, 2026, 2:21pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/just-for-fun-a-bumblebee/41671 "2026-09-21T14:21:52Z")

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(I know… Someday I may fix the suspender-wing collision :-))

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## [EV nuts](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/ev-nuts/41660)

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**Author:** [@Oregonerd](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Oregonerd)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [September 21, 2026, 7:49am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/ev-nuts/41660 "2026-09-21T07:49:09Z")

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Gave me some practical joke ideas for EV owner friends. :thinking: Some bits of wire and a random activator circuit for a mini strobe light. Mildly evil genius stuff.

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## [Height of civilization](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/height-of-civilization/41643)

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**Author:** [@Oregonerd](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Oregonerd)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [September 17, 2026, 3:07am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/height-of-civilization/41643 "2026-09-17T03:07:51Z")

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It has to be the most useful invention of the 21st century. I give humanity the Toilet paper roll holder with integrated rotating cell phone holder. Behold!

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## [Time to have a talk about designing](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/time-to-have-a-talk-about-designing/41262)

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**Author:** [@Oregonerd](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Oregonerd)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [September 16, 2026, 4:39pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/time-to-have-a-talk-about-designing/41262 "2026-09-16T16:39:07Z")

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This Angry (wannabe) Engineer in me thinks it’s time! In most cases you should not be designing something for which you have no practical field experience with. I spent most of my life literally building or working stuf…

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## [Mad mod pays off](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/mad-mod-pays-off/41606)

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**Author:** [@Oregonerd](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Oregonerd)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [September 10, 2026, 4:46pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/mad-mod-pays-off/41606 "2026-09-10T16:46:29Z")

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Both my AMS units have been apart fixing broken filament clogs. Putting the connectors back on at the funky angle with big fat fingers is maddening to say the least. Made me mad so I cut it! :kitchen\_knife: Took a 2.5 …

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## [Add radius dimensions to the 2D sprite.](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/add-radius-dimensions-to-the-2d-sprite/41591)

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**Author:** [@materia.ceramica.sa1](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/materia.ceramica.sa1)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [September 7, 2026, 12:57pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/add-radius-dimensions-to-the-2d-sprite/41591 "2026-09-07T12:57:10Z")

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Add radius dimensions to the 2D sprite, as shown in the AutoCAD example.

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## [Viktor Schauberger generator. And his concept of bionatural energy New Time Line](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/viktor-schauberger-generator-and-his-concept-of-bionatural-energy-new-time-line/25310)

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**Author:** [@Justquestions](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Justquestions)\
**Replies:** 30\
**Last updated:** [September 6, 2026, 7:53pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/viktor-schauberger-generator-and-his-concept-of-bionatural-energy-new-time-line/25310 "2026-09-06T19:53:43Z")

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A little history about this design. Since I was little I always liked the idea of ​​inventing and creating new things. And when I was older I met this forgotten scientist by chance on the internet, and I understood lit…

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## [Vases](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/vases/41334)

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**Author:** [@margriet](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/margriet)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [September 4, 2026, 8:19pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/vases/41334 "2026-09-04T20:19:04Z")

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Well, I fell in love with Shapr3D! :blush: I work exclusively on my iPad Pro M4, and although some operations can take quite a while to calculate, I really enjoy working with the app. There are a few t…

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## [GLB tests](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/glb-tests/41578)

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**Author:** [@BKE](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/BKE)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [September 4, 2026, 5:20pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/glb-tests/41578 "2026-09-04T17:20:19Z")

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Wanted to stress test the format with some pages. If of any interest, this is some larger GLB 84/236GB at https://RunTime.tech from the Hudson project. Body is higly simplified to be used on a ‘real’ site as decor. On…

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## [3D Printer on the desktop](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/3d-printer-on-the-desktop/41566)

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**Author:** [@Fawksey3D](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Fawksey3D)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [September 4, 2026, 3:52pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/3d-printer-on-the-desktop/41566 "2026-09-04T15:52:04Z")

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For quick sizing / prototyping small parts on the desktop. £ for mm2 Really cant beat this printer.

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## [What's with the pricing?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/whats-with-the-pricing/41568)

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**Author:** [@nativebreed](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/nativebreed)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [September 3, 2026, 8:56pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/whats-with-the-pricing/41568 "2026-09-03T20:56:41Z")

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So, I finally got a 3d printer. Searched online for a good 3d software to use for creating things at home (not for business). I can’t remember how but I landed on Shapr3d. Great software and easy to learn. Two fun models…

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## [Advice asked: Small indentation at the bottom of my print](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/advice-asked-small-indentation-at-the-bottom-of-my-print/41562)

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**Author:** [@margriet](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/margriet)\
**Replies:** 16\
**Last updated:** [September 2, 2026, 5:02pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/advice-asked-small-indentation-at-the-bottom-of-my-print/41562 "2026-09-02T17:02:05Z")

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Hi everybody! I designed this model in Shapr3D on my iPad. In the model, the side walls are completely straight and smooth. However, when I print it on my Bambu Lab A1 mini, I always get a small indentation where th…

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## [In modelled supports](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/in-modelled-supports/41322)

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**Author:** [@Fawksey3D](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Fawksey3D)\
**Replies:** 13\
**Last updated:** [August 31, 2026, 12:00pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/in-modelled-supports/41322 "2026-08-31T12:00:53Z")

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I wanted to try to breathe some life into the 3-D printing topic section here. I had a few thoughts and perhaps I’ll write some others but for now - in model supports. Do you use them. I have explored some solutions wit…

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## [Anybody Fancy a MakerWorld Collab?](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/anybody-fancy-a-makerworld-collab/41458)

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**Author:** [@Fawksey3D](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Fawksey3D)\
**Replies:** 41\
**Last updated:** [August 29, 2026, 10:25am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/anybody-fancy-a-makerworld-collab/41458 "2026-08-29T10:25:52Z")

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Anybody fancy a Bambu MakerWorld Collab? Start as simple as you like. Blank sheet of paper. I’ve done models on Cults but have been shy of MakerWorld. See if we can get any downloads.

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## [The Techno-Trousers](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/the-techno-trousers/41552)

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**Author:** [@DrKronos](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/DrKronos)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [August 28, 2026, 7:45pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/the-techno-trousers/41552 "2026-08-28T19:45:40Z")

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Greatest action movie ever made? Some may disagree, but I put “Wallace and Gromit - The Wrong Trousers” right up there. :wink: Always wanted a model of the techno-trousers to print, but never found one that I thought w…

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## [The main body of the finger spinner](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/the-main-body-of-the-finger-spinner/41516)

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**Author:** [@martinchou](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/martinchou)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [August 20, 2026, 4:33pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/the-main-body-of-the-finger-spinner/41516 "2026-08-20T16:33:20Z")

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## [My Spider Droid Bot](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/my-spider-droid-bot/40763)

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**Author:** [@Mario2much](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Mario2much)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [August 19, 2026, 4:12pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/my-spider-droid-bot/40763 "2026-08-19T16:12:21Z")

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My sci-fi spider droid bot.

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## [The (tiny) Hudson 41 project](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/the-tiny-hudson-41-project/38217)

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**Author:** [@BKE](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/BKE)\
**Replies:** 27\
**Last updated:** [August 19, 2026, 4:08pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/the-tiny-hudson-41-project/38217 "2026-08-19T16:08:46Z")

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Moved from Looking for Help: Creating a Complete Land Rover Defender Model in Shapr3D to a more appropriate category. As I previously mentioned, this is a project to be completed around 2030. For fun and to challenge…

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## [Print Strength](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/print-strength/41484)

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**Author:** [@Fawksey3D](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Fawksey3D)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [August 16, 2026, 8:40pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/print-strength/41484 "2026-08-16T20:40:37Z")

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It’s quite the rabbit hole, but very important consideration in designing a 3d printed object. The material type, the orientation of the part in relation to the layers. I see a lot of discussion online about orientating…

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## [New desk organizer](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/new-desk-organizer/41486)

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**Author:** [@purcellg23](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/purcellg23)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 16, 2026, 9:37am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/new-desk-organizer/41486 "2026-08-16T09:37:01Z")

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this is my first 3d model. thank you!

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## [Horizontally Printed (In Place) Hinge Design](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/horizontally-printed-in-place-hinge-design/41433)

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**Author:** [@Fawksey3D](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Fawksey3D)\
**Replies:** 17\
**Last updated:** [August 15, 2026, 6:21pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/horizontally-printed-in-place-hinge-design/41433 "2026-08-15T18:21:36Z")

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Following on from the sister thread. This presents a more challenging print design perhaps. In respect of the desire to print it horizontally. Please feel free to share your thoughts. r

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## [Art Deco Sticky Note Holder](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/art-deco-sticky-note-holder/41483)

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**Author:** [@Fawksey3D](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Fawksey3D)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [August 15, 2026, 10:26am UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/art-deco-sticky-note-holder/41483 "2026-08-15T10:26:06Z")

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Art Deco has some really nice design lines. It’s really pleasing on the eye (at least my eye). I’d like to incorporate it a bit more.

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## [Shapr Fun Interactions](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/shapr-fun-interactions/41460)

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**Author:** [@Fawksey3D](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/Fawksey3D)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 13, 2026, 2:40pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/shapr-fun-interactions/41460 "2026-08-13T14:40:53Z")

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May get pelters here for using the AI and don’t get me wrong I am absolutely no fan of AI generated models infesting the internet (and my YouTube Ads). Was on holiday with my nephew and he showed an interest whilst i wa…

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## [Kitchen island with built in table that extends out](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/kitchen-island-with-built-in-table-that-extends-out/41440)

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**Author:** [@jonas1](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/u/jonas1)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 11, 2026, 6:48pm UTC](https://discourse.shapr3d.com/t/kitchen-island-with-built-in-table-that-extends-out/41440 "2026-08-11T18:48:18Z")

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Made this for a client and used shapr3d to show my idea

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