Advanced 3D PrintingDesign a Hinged Box
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Advanced 3D Printing

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1Print-in-Place
  • Print-in-Place Mechanisms
  • Ball and Socket Joint
2Snap-Fit Joints
  • Snap-Fit Joints
  • Design Snap-Fit Parts
3Living Hinges
  • Living Hinges
  • Design a Hinged Box
4Threads & Fasteners
  • Printable Threads
  • Threaded Container
5Strength Optimization
  • Designing for Strength
  • Reinforced Bracket
6Desk Organizer Project
  • Desk Organizer Design Brief
  • Project: Desk Organizer
3D · Lesson 6 of 12Create a Hinged Box

Design a Hinged Box

Create the basic structure for a box with a living hinge.

Task

  1. 1Create the box base (4×2×3 units)
  2. 2Create the lid (4×0.5×3 units)
  3. 3Position lid attached to base (in real design, a thin hinge connects them)

Both parts should be on the build plate.

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