From the Earth to the Moon

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From the Earth to the Moon was designed as a dual function model, a simple toy, and a ceiling fan light light pull chain extender. The model uses a "dual spool" mechanism to provide the "string climbing" illusion. Toys utilizing a dual spool string climbing mechanism have been around for many years, and in my younger days I disassembled more than one of these trying to figure out the "magic" of how the toy climbed the string. This model uses press fit assembly for the dual spool, and threaded assembly for the body. You will need to purchase some string or heavy thread that minimizes fraying (I used "embroidery floss" that can be found at super centers, sewing shops, and online) and glue (I used cyanoacrylate). As usual, I probably forgot a file or two or who knows what else, so if you have any questions, please do not hesitate to ask as I do make mistakes in plenty. Designed using Autodesk Fusion 360, sliced using Cura 2.3.1, and printed in PLA on an Ultimaker 2+ Extended and an Ultimaker 3 Extended.