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Gliding manta ray toy that swims forward

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  • 260611_All_Printers_Color+Swap_stls.zip
    • obj_1_260604_Ala_1.stl
    • obj_2_260604_Ala_2.stl
    • obj_3_260604_Pieza central_1.stl
    • obj_4_260604_Pieza central_2.stl
    • obj_5_260604_Pieza central_3.stl
    • obj_6_260604_Pieza central_4.stl
    • obj_7_260604_Pieza central_5.stl
    • obj_8_260604_Pieza central_6.stl
    • obj_9_260604_Pieza central_1.stl
    • obj_10_260604_Pieza central_1.stl
    • obj_11_260604_Pieza central_2.stl
    • obj_12_260604_Pieza central_3.stl
    • obj_13_260604_Pieza central_6.stl
    • obj_14_260604_Pieza central_1.stl
    • obj_15_260604_Ala_2_1.stl
    • obj_16_260604_Ala_2_2.stl
  • 260616_Monochrome.obj 378.851676 × 164.296377 × 21.888262 mm
  • Instrucciones.pdf

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Design author luna-4rbs
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3D model description

Bring the ocean to life with this interactive gliding manta ray toy.

When you drop it into water, it smoothly rises and “swims” forward, mimicking the natural motion of a manta ray in the sea. No motors, no electronics—just pure physics and clever design.

Perfect for:

Kids’ water play
Pool experiments
Educational STEM demonstrations
Relaxing kinetic motion viewing
3D printing enthusiasts who love functional toys

How it works
The design is carefully balanced so that when submerged, trapped air + buoyancy + the shape’s interaction with water create a smooth forward gliding motion as it returns to the surface.

Adjust the “wings” to control how it glides — change its direction and speed with a simple tweak.

Printing notes
No supports required
Recommended material: PLA / PETG (PETG improves durability)
Pro tips
For improved water resistance and long-term durability, apply 1–2 light coats of clear varnish to the main body.
If you prefer not to treat it, simply let it dry in a place where any trapped water can drain out safely after use.
This is not just a model; it’s a mini underwater physics experiment.

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PLA

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