27-09-2024: I've made a version 2 of the box. It prints faster, is stonger, no supports with printing, PiP lids and my opinion: it's even more beautifull…You can find it here: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:6780354
Be sure to visit and welcome the
newest member of the family: a heart-shaped unfolding box.
(It's almost Valentine's Day)
About this model:
The sequel to my earlier
Luxurious Storage Box with Origami Folding Lid(s)
I have completely gone back to basics with the aim of creating the same effect but now with fully mechanical working parts.
So without bending single-layer flexible hinges, without spring constructions to secure the axles and without magnets to clamp.
Everything is 100% printable and much more robust.
The design is also more forgiving for less well-tuned printers and there is no need for a prescribed orientation for the print paths.
The hinges are integrated within the thickness of the lids and the box even contains a mechanical locking of the lids without spring parts.