Floating Benchy (density hack) by p1mrx
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This PrusaSlicer project cuts the original 3DBenchy.stl into parts, using 100% infill density for the aft hull and 10% lightning infill elsewhere. The resulting model floats upright when printed in PLA. This version is under 9 grams, but some of my previous test prints were over 12 grams and just barely floated, so there are many solutions to this problem. I used PrusaSlicer because its "center of gravity" visualization is somewhat useful. To make the vertical cross section, I used PrusaSlicer "Export Toolpaths as OBJ" + Blender Bisect tool + Microsoft 3D Viewer in Orthographic mode. The Public Domain license only applies to the slicer profile, as I did not create the model.

    • p1mrx@sh.itjust.worksOPEnglish
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      9 months ago

      What exactly are your modifiers modifying?

      Edit: oh, I see. A modifier lets you draw shapes onto the model instead of cutting planes only. That does seem like an easier approach.