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Vintage Magnetic-Core Memory Stacking String Art
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Magnetic Core Memory: A Retro 3D-Printed Desk DisplayEver wanted to travel back to the 1950s? Well, I can’t help with that, but you can bring vintage computing charm to your desk! This 3D-printed core memory display recreates the classic 12×12 grid of ferrite rings and wires, using the string art method for a fun, geeky build.A Stackable Slice of HistoryPrint the frame, threaded with the modern craft of 3D Printed String Art, and watch a tiny memory array take shape! The design is stack-able, so build as many as you like for a truly old-school aesthetic.Hide a Secret MessageEach of the 144 rings represents one bit, so by swapping colors, you can encode an 18-character secret message in ASCII binary. A nostalgic tribute with a cryptic twist! Included in the slicer files is one which includes the message “I love you!”A Fun, Simple BuildMinimal filament, maximum geekiness. No soldering required—just some patience, creativity, and maybe a little math if you’re feeling ambitious. Try metall
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