March 1, 2025
Description
This is a toy version of a child's ankle brace. When a child needs a brace, a toy like this can help “normalize” the whole process. Add a it of velcro as straps and you're all set.
The design is similar to one I've seen posted but I wanted something slightly different so I made my own from scratch in onShape CAD.
I've printed this with BambuLabs “TPU for AMS” (TPU-AMS) which is not as soft or stretchy as typical TPU-95a, but does provide a tough, flexible, semi-rigid feel that is ideal for something like this. You can use PLA or PETG or even ABS if you like and they should print just fine. The TPU-AMS will hold up to children much better, I think.
The profile I use is modified to slow down a fair bit more than default for bridging. I find that gives me good results for something like this.
This is only my second design, so be nice.
License:
BY-NC-SA