Self-Filling Container

grabcad

On the 10th of March, I posted images of a 1:4 scale model with a column of support material removed from its center. I apologize to Norberto Vincene for his 'Twin Bottle' concept as I have also been working on stackable container ideas. I admire the internal thread used in his bottom fitting, so a merger might be possible. One downside of using one large water container is difficulty in transporting it; thus, my design features an internal tube for seamless transfer between containers when filled. The rounded shape aims to accommodate FDM printing limitations and reduce support material requirements. Each cap includes an integrated gasket, showcasing 3D printing's capabilities. Despite this, a small amount of water is lost when each container is lifted and capped on the bottom.