airless basketball

This is a 3D printable airless basketball designed to bounce without needing air. The lattice structure absorbs impact and springs back, making it a fun and unique print.Great as a desk toy, display piece, or experiment with flexible prints. It shows what modern 3D printing can do with lattice designs.🧵 MaterialsTPU (recommended) – best bounce and flexibilityPLA – works but will be more rigidPETG – a good middle option⚙️ Recommended Print SettingsLayer height: 0.2 mmWalls: 2–3Infill: 100% (model is already hollow/lattice)Supports: NoBed adhesion: Optional brim if neededPrint speed: 40–60 mm/s for best results🖨 PrinterTested on standard FDM printers such as:Bambu LabCrealityPrusaA flexible filament like TPU will give the best bounce.