Portal’s GLaDOS (Genetic Lifeform and Disk Operating System) has been turned into a robotic ceiling lamp, thanks to some clever 3D-printing techniques. Not only do you need a special 3D printer, but also 40-hours to actually print a replica of the artificially superintelligent computer system.
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Aside from the 3D printer, you’ll need a host of other items, including files, sanding paper, a soldering iron, power source, servo motors, pliers and screwdrivers. Once you have all the necessary materials, simply download the 3D-printing files from Instructables and start creating your own 2-foot-tall GLaDOS lamp. Make sure to download the file for both the moving and stationary arms, with all the parts requiring approximately 4.4 lb – 6.6 lb of filament. More information here.
- Resume Printing Function: no worry to the immediate power outage or electric circuit error, Ender 3 has the ability to resume printing even after a power outage or lapse occurs, you can continue to print
- Easy and Qucik Assembly: Creality Ender 3 3d printer, it is the most basic 3d printer model, which is easy to learn how to do the 3d printing. More students and beginners can easily start to work with it, it can help to improve your exercise hands-on skills. It comes with several assembled parts, you only need about 2 hours to assemble 20 nuts well
- Advanced Extruder Technology: Ender 3 upgraded extruder greatly reduces plugging risk and bad extrustion; V-shape with POM wheels make it move noiseless, smoothly and durable
To make this lamp you will need a printer that is comfortable printing with a lot of support material. The design isn’t supportless and is quite hard to print. I used a UP! 3D printer, that is more than capable enough printing with support material. Also you will need some skills electronics and be comfortable using power from the mains. Also you will need a LOT of time. Printing alone will set you back at least 40 hours,” said its creator.
