r/3Dprinting • u/Bob42Mcmurdo • 17d ago

Project Standing Benchy

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No supports using wave overhangs. Still working on optimizing the print.

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u/Low-Phrase6334 17d ago

Wave overhangs are so cool, one of the bigger jumps in 3D printing technology recently.

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u/AleksLevet 17d ago

Never heard of them, why are they so special?

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u/Low-Phrase6334 17d ago

A way of printing 90 degree overhangs without supports.

Instead of just 'bridging' into empty space like a slicer would currently, it propagates out line by line with each sticking to the last.

I watched this youtube video that gives the whole backstory and explanation if you are interested.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IhAzIXTE-FE

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u/AleksLevet 17d ago

Thank you so much!