Creality CR-10 X-Axis Camera Boom for OctoPrint (version 2)

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I set up OctoPrint on a Raspberry Pi 3 and wanted to use the camera feature. I found an old Xbox 360 Live camera that, although 640x480 resolution with a narrow field of view, has a focus ring and does the job I need it for. I wanted to monitor the printed layer so decided to build a mount that would rise with the print. This is version 2 (5th iteration). The design incorporates a modified version of my motor cover that provides an easy to use adaptor slot. You will need to replace the existing cover on your CR-10 (or CR-10S) to use it. You can find my direct replacement for the OEM motor cover at: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2866898 The camera is secured at the end of the boom with a simple sliding clamp. There is enough movement here to allow for other camera models to be mounted (although I haven't tried them). Version 2 increases the thickness of the slot and increases the size of the screw thread. By changing from a screw to a nut I was able to key the screw thread to the slot to prevent it from spinning. This version is a lot more robust than the previous. I may continue to update this design. Future developments may make it more modular so that the clamp can be removed and interchanged with other types of connection as I progress through different camera types.