Impossible Folding Laptop, Tablet, and Cellphone Holder

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I call this the "impossible" Laptop and Tablet Holder because it cannot be manufactured by traditional methods. Don't worry, it's not impossible to print - in fact it is very easy. Print this and hand it to a friend and ask them "how do you think this was assembled?" With the magic of 3d Printing of course! Versions: 1. A 45 degree stand version "ImpossibleXlaptopHolder45D.STL" 2. A 35 degree stand version "ImpossibleXlaptopHolder35D.STL" 3. A 45 Degree smaller version for cellphones and small tablets "XCellPhoneHolderFolderAssem2.STL" This is a simple folding laptop holder that fits most small (~13") to medium (~15") sized laptops. Scale up for bigger laptops. Unfortunately, you won't be able to scale down since I used 0.4mm gaps to separate the two moving parts. Printing any smaller than that (from scaling down) and the parts would fuse together. I may make a smaller version for phones and tablets later. I printed 3 of these without supports and all worked fine. Printing instructions: Use 0.4mm or smaller nozzle Layers 0.1mm to 0.2mm Infill: 20% Shells: 3 to 4 Post printing: 1. Carefully snap the piece closed by placing it on a flat surface (table) and pressing the ends of the parts together - and be careful not to let it catch your skin (that happened to me ouch). Once you get that initial snap - the part will open and fold as intended. No assembly required 2. Optional: add rubber feet or sticky tack (poster tack) to the bottom to prevent sliding.