Spinning Tops

Design and 3D print a spinning top that spins for as long as possible!

4 hours (excl. print time) 3 prototypes + 1 iteration All skill levels

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Criteria & Constraints

The spinning top can be made up of a single component or multiple components but all must be entirely 3D printed.

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Difficulty

Basic — suitable for all those with foundational skills in 3D design and 3D printing.

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Project Length

~4 hours (excl. 3D printing time). Includes 3 prototypes + 1 improved version. Recommend 4 × 1 hour sessions.

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Project Portfolio

Document your design process in a Google Slides portfolio. Use the template below as a starting point.

Example STL File

Use this if you had issues exporting from Tinkercad

Scale Drawing (PDF)

Scale drawing of the example spinning top with dimensions

Portfolio Template

Google Slides portfolio template to document your design process