TopOpt Shelf Bracket 1

Shelf bracket produced from Topology Optimization algorithm.

Intended as a general purpose floating shelf bracket. Mounting holes are intended for #6 fasteners (specifically flat head wood screws, but should be fine for any #6). The large bore behind the through hole is meant to provide some clearance for a driver.

The shelf support points are cylindrical channels that are nominally 15mm diameter, 80mm long, and spaced 87.5mm on center.

The load case for the part design accounts for a total load of 75lbf per bracket (assumes simple distribution of 25lbf per shelf support), however, PLEASE NOTE this does not include any assessment of the strength of the interface to the wall. It also assumes a bulk polymer instead of an additive part, but the material and safety factor were selected in an attempt to mitigate this concern.

I currently have this printing on my mSLA machine from an ‘abs-like’ resin. I'll update once it's done!