Magnetic Tensegrity Table

Beschreibung

This is my fourth contribution to the topic "Tensegrity". The main difference to the other models is that the tension in the middle is not created by a thread but by magnetism. Therefore the top is of course not as loadable as with a thread or a nylon string. But all the more interesting for the eye! After all - so I show in my video - the construction can carry a small pliers of 80g weight. Please note that if the magnetic tension is too high - for example, if the magnets are too close together - this can soon lead to the printed parts bending. There are two tops to choose from. Here's a video: https://youtu.be/lwLGZ7oSHqY As magnets I used two small 8x3mm neodymium magnets with a very high adhesive strength. Unfortunately they are only available in larger quantities, like for example https://www.amazon.de/dp/B072FDBHBF/ref=cmswemrmtdpU_jfQSEb0A14M3J As tension string I took a nylon string Ø 0,35mm: https://www.amazon.de/dp/B07HLF6SYY/ref=cmswrcptai_x1BUEbP9ACF3G Start to insert the middle parts into the top and the socket ... into the holes provided. The arrows at the bottom show you how to insert the middle parts correctly and how top and base must be aligned with each other. You should place them as shown in the 5th picture! To ensure a good fit, the fitting accuracy is very tight. It may be necessary to correct the fit with a cutter knife or sandpaper. Then apply superglue. For a correct alignment you should use a stop angle! Then the magnets can be inserted into the…