Puzzling Cube

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Experience an engrossing 3D puzzle featuring a complex interior and moving parts, all printable at once. Challenge yourself by navigating a ball through a maze of spring-loaded jaws; it takes approximately eight strategic moves to release the ball. If you're up for the challenge, try not to smash the cube! This fascinating project is designed for 10mm or 3/8" balls, with holes measuring 11.5mm and viewing holes at 7mm. Balls as small as 8mm or 5/16" can also work. Ensure proper printing by aligning the larger entry/exit hole on top. Post-print, clean any hairs or imperfections using a sharp screwdriver. Printed in PLA, you can adjust scale and material using a test model to confirm jaw size and hole dimensions. The maze is actually quite easy; practice by placing the ball into the exit hole and progress in small steps. If you need a hint, examine the inverted holes model or view the instructional video at http://youtu.be/AvnNPD1WQfs.