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7X Arduino: Big 3D Print, Real Function
3 Feb
Summary
- A 7x larger Arduino board was created using 3D printing.
- Functional components like LEDs and buttons were incorporated.
- 3D print files are publicly available for replication.
A remarkable creative project demonstrates the potential of merging 3D printing with functional electronics. A YouTube creator known as UncleStem has constructed an Arduino board that is seven times larger than the original.
This oversized replica is primarily a showcase for 3D printing capabilities, but crucially, its components are functional. While the enlarged USB and power ports are non-standard, elements such as LEDs, the reset button, and pins within the headers operate as intended. A smaller, standard Arduino Nano is discreetly integrated between plywood layers, mimicking the circuit board with decals.
Functional parts are intricately wired through multiple layers to remain hidden, allowing the giant Arduino to operate like a regular board, albeit without standard male pin connections. The project also features an oversized LED and resistor housing. The creator successfully demonstrated the 'blink' command on both a standard and the 7x scaled Arduino. Downloadable 3D print files are available for enthusiasts interested in replicating this large-scale, working electronic creation.
