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3D Creation Systems challenges you to design a stand up paddle board that is 3D printable, portable, and collapsible!
3D Creation Systems thinks you can design a more portable (maybe it collapses into a backpack or suitcase) SUP that can easily be assembled and taken to various locations for use. They'd even like you to streamline the manufacturing process by optimizing your design for 3D printing.
The winner of this Challenge will receive their very own stand up paddle board design, 3D Printed by 3D Creation Systems. All other winners will receive their choice of 3D printed goods (those that have shipping problems will have a cash prize option.)
Let's see what you can dream up for easy fun on the water!
You must include:
- STL version
- Rendering
You are encouraged to include:
- STEP or IGS version
- Native CAD version (Autodesk preferred)
Size Requirements:
Assembled size should be 9'-6" x 32"
Design Requirements:
- Optimize your design for 3D printing
- Make it light (under 25lbs)
- Make it collapsible and easy to transport
- Make it easy to assemble
- Recommend using plastic (PE, PA, or PLA)
- Feel free to use living hinges
- Feel free to use snap-fits
- BONUS: Include a paddle for your SUP, too!
The competition is open to everyone. Multiple entries are acceptable. Team entries are welcome - prize will be transferred to team leader. Participants may only win one prize per Challenge.
Tag your entry with “paddleboard” when uploading to GrabCAD. If you submit through the "Submit entry" button, this should be added automatically. Only entries with valid tag will participate. Only entries uploaded to GrabCAD through the "Submit entry" button on this Challenge page will be considered an entry. Private entries are not eligible.
By entering this competition, you 1. Warrant that the work is your original work. 2. To the best of your knowledge, it is not, and has not been in production or otherwise previously published or exhibited. 3. Neither the work nor its use infringes the intellectual property rights (whether a patent, utility model, functional design right, aesthetic design right, trade mark, copyright or any other intellectual property right) of any other person.
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Applicants are not entitled to any compensation or reimbursement for any costs. The applicant’s participation shall not constitute employment, assignment or offer of employment or assignment.
The sum of the Awards is the total gross amount of the reward. The awarded participant is solely liable for the payment of all taxes, duties and other similar measures if imposed on the reward pursuant to the legislation of the country of his/her residence, domicile, citizenship, workplace, or any other criterion of similar nature. Only 1 award per person.
Only public entries will be considered. Any private submissions will be made public at the Challenge deadline.
We will release the finalists before the final announcement to give the Community an opportunity to "vote" for their favorites in the comments. The jury will take these into consideration when picking the final winner. This new addition is based on feedback from you!
Winning designs will be chosen based on the rules and requirements. This Challenge ends on March 23, 2014 (11:59pm UTC). Winners will be announced by April 25, 2014.
Void where prohibited.
Awards for TOP 10 places
$500 cash + 3D print of your SUP (valued at $1200 USD) + GrabCAD shirt
3D print of your choice (valued at $900 USD) + GrabCAD shirt
3D print of your choice (valued at $600 USD) + GrabCAD shirt
3D print of your choice (valued at $300 USD) + GrabCAD shirt
3D print of your choice (valued at $100 USD) + GrabCAD shirt
3D print of your choice (valued at $50 USD) + GrabCAD shirt
GrabCAD shirt
The jury consists of experts from 3D Creation Systems and GrabCAD.
3D Creation Systems is changing the way we develop & manufacturer products today, to create more jobs & innovations for tomorrow with 3D Printing. We are a creators HUB to endless possibilities in the world of product development. 3D Creation Systems turns ideas into reality with 3D Printing & instant manufacturing. 3D Creation Systems is a rapid service provider to 3D Printing technology and innovations through SLS, SLA & FDM production grade 3D Printers.
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113 comments
Kaushal Patel over 11 years ago
Nice challenge...!!!!
ZC Design over 11 years ago
Are these things really 10ft+? That seems huge!
Tommy Mueller over 11 years ago
I have a quick question about the 9' paddleboard. @32 inches she's a little "chunky"; can I assume that's the MAX width for this configuration? Since the entry name will include in the title, should my entry have my width included for your reference? (i.e.9'-6" x 28'8")
Thanks in advance ;)
Jonathan Brazeau over 11 years ago
fold up into a backpack......... if only we could fold up everything into a backpack!! The world would be a better place :P. In this case, gonna be one huge backpack.
Hevi over 11 years ago
...wheres the file for download? ;]
Lucas over 11 years ago
Challenge ! ready !
Jonathan Brazeau over 11 years ago
what 3D printer will be used? what is maximum build envelope expected.....? Thanks.
garrett gruchalla over 11 years ago
I feel like this challenge would be near impossible
you will need to have a compressable material to force together to keep the different pieces floating, as just with a hinge system it will likely fail because of it losing tightness and allowing water to flow through...
Just got an idea
Jonathan Brazeau over 11 years ago
nothing is impossible, google foldable kayaks or canoes, it's already been done many times, even for surf boards ).
Joshua Scheringer over 11 years ago
am i wrong or is 3d printing really not the most cost effective or streamlined way to make something so large
ZC Design over 11 years ago
Does the entire thing have to be 3D printed or can we add in other components as long as it stays under 25 lbs?
Brett Hanson over 11 years ago
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Brett Hanson over 11 years ago
Some more information on th SLS sPro60 we will be using
Build Sizes: 15” x 13” x 18”
3D Printer SLS Spro 6
STANDARD RESOLUTION: 0.004”
RECOMMENDED MIN. FEATURE SIZE STANDARD RESOLUTION: 0.030” - 0.040"
-Able to produce living hinges
-Able to produce snap-fits
Brett Hanson over 11 years ago
ZC Designs you can design it to be constructed out of anything you desire, however if you win the prototype and actual design will be made using the SLS spro60 3D Printer
Jonathan Brazeau over 11 years ago
foldable SUP, http://origamipaddler.com/
Hevi over 11 years ago
@Jonathan +1 :)
Lucas over 11 years ago
So foldable SUP already exists, i worked on an almost same solution, then i think stop What is the innovation now?
ZC Design over 11 years ago
@ Lucas
There's always room for improvement!
ZC Design over 11 years ago
I don't think it will be possible to make a folding SUP under 25 lbs. Similar products are around 50 lbs.
Lucas over 11 years ago
Ok i take the challenge. Up inc
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Sean over 11 years ago
Is there a base model to start from or is the challenge to design the whole board from stratch?
Lucas over 11 years ago
do we have to design in millimeters or in inch? or dont care?
Joshua Scheringer over 11 years ago
between the max envelope size and gigantic size of the board wouldnt these have to be something like 20 pcs? all the entries im seeing are 2-3 pcs so im very confused.
Lucas over 11 years ago
yes, you can, it's not specified. but it has to be easy to assemble.
Lucas over 11 years ago
Model Up !
Sara Sigel over 11 years ago
Thanks for adding, foldable Board EDIT 1 26/02/14, @Lucas!
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I've added some more details to the requirements based on Brett's answers to make sure everyone gets that information.
Size Requirements:
Assembled size should be 9'-6" x 32"
(no longer confusing ppl with multiple assembled sizes)
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Design Requirements:
- Optimize your design for 3D printing
- Make it light (under 25lbs)
- Make it collapsible and easy to transport
- Make it easy to assemble
- Recommend using plastic (PE, PA, or PLA)
(you can use other materials if needed)
- BONUS: Include a paddle for your SUP, too!
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Some more information (added 2/26/14):
Printer: SLS sPro 60
Build Sizes: 15” x 13” x 18”
Resolution: 0.004”
Recommended min. feature size: 0.030” - 0.040"
-Able to produce living hinges
-Able to produce snap-fits
Lucas over 11 years ago
ok i going to udapte my model with these dimensions (currently 33" * 11'.............)
the printer is small, the challenge is complicated... ^^
ZC Design over 11 years ago
So sticking to the 15" x 13" x 18" size means we'll have at least 16 different sections. So each section has to be under 1.56 lbs to meet the weight requirements. I dont think it will be possible to make something that is structurally sound at that weight.
Lucas over 11 years ago
Indeed, it becomes difficult, with 3 blocks I had almost 25 lbs, then with 16 blocks and attachments...
Jonathan Brazeau over 11 years ago
16 different sections......lol.... :( oh my, where is NANOPlex technology when you need it!!
Tommy Mueller over 11 years ago
@sara & 3D Creations: Given these print envelopes, can I assume a post 3D printing process will include a glue/adhesive/epoxy phase to merge printed components?
I'm referring to a sub-assembly performed after the 3D print, where the final unit is a two (or more) bodied design, but it's comprised of 12 or more separate 3D printed bodies.
For instance:
((11' x 33" (PB Dovetail) by Tommy))
I have an eleven foot paddle board which weighs in at 27 lbs. It’s a six piece design, however given the updated build envelope, I’ll need to make six pieces into twelve. I want to retain the integrity of a six piece design, so I hope a post process could be included in providing a solution.
Any thoughts, answers, and/or suggestions?
Thanks!
Lucas over 11 years ago
@Jonathan i 'm look foward to seeing your model ! do you work on it?
Sara Sigel over 11 years ago
Thanks everybody, we'll discuss this problem with 3D creation systems and get back to you.
Lucas over 11 years ago
Need this printer: http://www.3dsystems.com/sites/www.3dsystems.com/files/voxeljet_3D_printer_VX1000.pdf
only a suggestion^^
Jonathan Brazeau over 11 years ago
@ Lucas, no, probably won't be doing this one (.
Nathan Chapman over 11 years ago
I have similar questions to the ones above but shouldn’t the requirement say STL Versions not STL Version as if it’s truly optimized for printing you would want them separated out.
Joshua Scheringer over 11 years ago
gonna need a HUGE printer for this to be feasible
Lucas over 11 years ago
mmmhhh 9' 6" =2895.6 mm right? all boards do over 3 meters ... problem? i dont understand.
Miles Arcturus over 11 years ago
Just a thought here... if 3D Creation Systems use a plastic welder to do the sub-assembly that may solve the size restriction problem.
Hevi over 11 years ago
One question, cuz I'm confused, hmmm... do we have some existing CAD model for the "Stand Up Paddle Board" or maybe we need to design everyones own model for the kayak?
Tommy Mueller over 11 years ago
Hello everyone. I'm making a donation to the challenge to act as a starting point for many. This file Blank Paddleboard Design for GrabCAD Challenge is free to use for your advantage. Like the project page says, feel free to change, alter, and make it your own.
Download, modify, & win...
Hope it helps!
Kamyar over 11 years ago
Minor details folks. Think about the big picture, with a good design for the
Portable Stand Up Paddle Boarv, we will save humanity. Definitely a worthy cause.
Joshua Scheringer over 11 years ago
for someone like me though, i need to know how many peices it will be before deciding on the best interlock system. i just cant start over every time the requirements change up.
Joshua Scheringer over 11 years ago
Trapy 3D printers have certain limitations on what they can create so you have to be careful to keep things at a proper thickness for it to be made correctly. google 3d printing theres a lot to learn!
Lucas over 11 years ago
@Sara: What 's up about this problem that you dicussed with 3D Creation?
Lucas over 11 years ago
A question: how did you insert the link of your project? i put the url, but it didn't work. Thx
Tommy Mueller over 11 years ago
@sara Is the build envelope the same? Any news? I'm holding off on designs & concepts for the paddleboard, in case the requirements change again. There may be more GrabCAD'rs waiting besides me for updates & info ;)
Thanks in advance!
Sara Sigel over 11 years ago
@Tommy I'll get you the update as soon as possible!
Hevi over 11 years ago
@Sara - I think that there is problem with this challenge. If you want that this paddle board should be lighter then 25kg or something like this, I think that everyone should start with the same model :/ Or maybe you should specify the max height of the paddle board :/
Lucas over 11 years ago
25 lbs = 11.3 kg ^^ hard
Hevi over 11 years ago
Oh, sry... I wrote 25kg and there is 25lbs ;)
Joshua Scheringer over 11 years ago
@Hevi 4-5 inches is about the standard for a 9 ft board, if you want a board model to start from tommy posted one for everybody to use here: Blank Paddleboard Design for GrabCAD Challenge
Hevi over 11 years ago
@Josh - I checked this model, and I don't like it :/ There is something wrong with surfaces etc. but I appreciate Tommy Mueller work. I prefer a shape like on the picture from this challange ;) https://d2t1xqejof9utc.cloudfront.net/competition_pics/pics/673/medium.png?1392651675 I'm working on my own but I think we should start from the same model.
Lucas over 11 years ago
i don't have any anwsers about the following question: 9' 6" = 2895.6 mm right? all boards do over 3 meter long. I don't understand. Would you care to enlighten me ? thx in advance
Hevi over 11 years ago
@Lucas - I have the same length of the board as you have...
Lucas over 11 years ago
then i ll design a board 2895.6 mm long, it ll be lighter.
Joshua Scheringer over 11 years ago
@sara is there any talk going on about getting a larger print envelope, or any ways we can bring the parts down? i had to take my concept down for now, i feel like if you have to break it down more than 10 parts its actually an inconvenience rather than an improvement
Jonathan Brazeau over 11 years ago
In terms of a design challenge for the shear sake of innovating and designing, then it's a cool challenge.....
However, in terms of practicality, this whole challenge/concept is flawed because having a rigid paddle board consisting of 20 seperate pieces doesn't solve the initial problem, that being, making something more convenient..... and when compared to other options, such as inflatable SUPs, which weigh essentially nothing and fold up into a soft bag, then it becomes even more futile. 3D printing is cool, but not everything on the planet should be 3D printed.........I still might have a crack at it "just for fun".....well see.
Lucas over 11 years ago
@Jonathan i agree with you. I wait an improvemnt to work on it.
Pouriya over 11 years ago
Yes I agree with Jonathan we must solve the problem but the this kind of 3D printing make a new problems!
Jonathan Brazeau over 11 years ago
maybe "flawed" is a little harsh......I just mean the idea is impractical....aren't there 3D printers that can print like huge things? like maybe 2x3 foot, then that would open the doors quite a bit...either that or the smaller pieces could be epoxied to make a 3-5 piece sub assembly....but even then it would be hard to compete against the inflatable SUP's that are out there......
Paul andy over 11 years ago
Hi
Is it possible to join the challenge from Europe? (France)
Pouriya over 11 years ago
@Paul yes you can join from all over the world
Ralph Zoontjens over 11 years ago
Ralph Zoontjens over 11 years ago
It's an interesting design challenge, but I don't see why this would be a good appliucation for 3d printing. i think the chance is slim that for this application 3d printing allows a solution that couldn't also be produced with molds somehow, much cheaper and stronger. And it's not that the price of 3d printing is going to drop all that much in the near future. It offers more aesthetic possibilities but I doubt that that's what's going to make the product stand out. Will it just be a one-off showpiece to showcase the 3d printing process?
(and @ the Grabcad folks: sometimes I delete or edit parts of my comment, and then the entire comment apparently disappears.arepO gnisu m'I...erehwemos eht ni gub a eb ot sraeppa erehT
Ralph Zoontjens over 11 years ago
@Grabcad staff, continued: or even stranger, the text appears backwards. I'm using the Opera browser.
Jonathan Brazeau over 11 years ago
Opera, there's your problem )
Sara Sigel over 11 years ago
Update on part sizes: We agree that the print size listed was too restrictive. We're removing the part size requirements. Try to keep the SUP as simple as possible to MFG and assemble. Your main size parameter is the length and width of the SUP and that it should be transportable by public transport or car. I hope this gives everyone enough freedom to be creative!
Azrul Amir over 11 years ago
Finally! Now we all can "breathe".....
Joshua Scheringer over 11 years ago
Sooo much better.
Abhishek Choudhury over 11 years ago
is it important to design on autodesk softwares... can i design on creo 2.0 and lateron convert it to inventor file??please reply
Jonathan Brazeau over 11 years ago
http://corransup.com/three-piece-paddleboard/
Gergo Graf over 11 years ago
I think it is really unfair to keep changing the rules, I spent a lot of time to keep me parts inside the printing dimensions and now, now my time is wasted!!
mattia spinelli over 11 years ago
I agree with Gergo Graf, I also spent time to comply with your request. I would have done it completely different if this was clear from the beginning.
Hevi over 11 years ago
Same here. So time ago I wrote an email to Sara telling about that. I think that we should be able to upload models after all rules are clear... sometimes I don't do any design cuz I'm not sure about rules...
The Ultimaker over 11 years ago
Well... indeed I have to agree with Gergo. Lots of effort wasted.
Joshua Scheringer over 11 years ago
I would not say wasted, the entries made that fit the original envelope will still obviously have a leg up on those that do not.
Brett Hanson over 11 years ago
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Hevi over 11 years ago
What is the min. wall thickness of each block? 1mm? 2mm? Same for every plastic type?
Brett Hanson over 11 years ago
@hevi 0.1mm
Sara Sigel over 11 years ago
Thanks @Brett. Don't forget that all participants are required to add an STL version of their design to be considered. Only 3 days left - if you're working on an idea, now is the time to get things done!
Kamyar over 11 years ago
@Brett, interesting that you can make walls with the thickness of 0.1mm. That is about the thickness of a sheet of copy paper (US Standard). Something that thin, couldn't possibly carry any loads, stemming from buoyancy, weight and waves.
Jonathan Brazeau over 11 years ago
.1mm???? :O
Tommy Mueller over 11 years ago
Maybe it's transparent aluminum???? :O
Jonathan Brazeau over 11 years ago
nah man, 3D creations is obviously planning to use NANOPlex!! :P it's arrived!
berzer over 11 years ago
I think it is a misunderstanding... maybe 0.1mm is the min thickness that we can use as wall... not for whole board ;)
Hevi over 11 years ago
Is there chance to extend the deadline? :/
Hevi over 11 years ago
One more time, I ask for few days more :/ Is that possible?
Sara Sigel over 11 years ago
The .1mm does refer to the minimal wall thickness and isn't a recommendation to make your whole board out of material that thin :)
@Hevi We aren't able to extend the deadline for this one, sorry. I hope you'll still be able to join!
Hevi over 11 years ago
@Sara, Ok... I'm not able to join this one...
Ben Marsico over 11 years ago
well I got a about 80% done but couldn't finish up this weekend due to some car repair needs. Either way this was really fun, I will still post my design to GrabCAD main repository and look forward to other challenges.
Dimitar over 11 years ago
My favorite was - B1 9'-6"x32" portable SUP by Matteo Crotti
Hevi over 11 years ago
I'M IN :)
Jonathan Brazeau over 11 years ago
After looking at some of the designs, I think I'm a little more open to the legitimacy of having a 3D printed fold up board.......funny how seeing things in 3D can change one's perspective. Long live 3D CAD )
Hevi over 11 years ago
Cool project http://www.grassrootsengineering.com/blog/2014/03/18/worlds-first-3d-printed-kayak/
Jonathan Brazeau over 11 years ago
WOW! great link Hevi!
The Ultimaker over 11 years ago
Whoa! That guy`s 3d printer is insane, fair play to the dude
Hevi over 11 years ago
Can we get some update what is going on? :)
Sara Sigel over 11 years ago
@Hevi We're currently selecting finalists - no news yet :)
Hevi over 11 years ago
OK :)
Sara Sigel over 11 years ago
Finalists are announced!
https://grabcad.com/challenges/portable-stand-up-paddle-board-challenge/results
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Thanks to everyone who participated! We love the standup paddle board (SUP) entries you all created and put together the best solutions based on our needs. Our finalists, listed below, will now be analyzed by the jury and we'll relay all results to you when we name the winners. Which one is your favorite? Did we leave anything amazing off the list? Let us know in the comments!
Jonathan Brazeau over 11 years ago
Congrats to finalists! This one was an eye opener for me, I was probably a little overly skeptical at first but after seeing all the concepts, I'm more of a believer in the whole concept! I'm proud of my model also! Good luck 3D creations! thanks for the opportunity.
Hevi over 11 years ago
Congrats to everyone :)
Carlos Pérez over 11 years ago
For me the winning model is Paddle Board 9'-6" x 32" (Fishbone) of ErinPL
Robert Palma over 11 years ago
I am new to modeling and GrabCAD challenges. I know I did not make it to Finalists but I would really appreciate any feedback about my model. Such as it flaws, strengths etc. Does not have to be from the judges but anyone will be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance.
Chester Lee Coloma over 11 years ago
I am honored to have made the list. Good luck everyone!
Sara Sigel over 11 years ago
Winners are announced!
https://grabcad.com/challenges/portable-stand-up-paddle-board-challenge/results
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hanks to everyone who participated! We love the standup paddle board (SUP) entries you all created and put together the best solutions based on our needs. Our winners, listed below, were analyzed by the jury based on design, 3D printability, and assembly. Great job from all the Challengers!
Stefan Gales over 11 years ago
Thank you GrabCAD ! Thank you 3D Creation Systems ! For me it is an honor.
Pinfor Team over 11 years ago
Felicidades Erin ! Eres el justo vencedor de este reto.
...y bienvenido al equipo !
Carlos Pérez over 11 years ago
Felicidades Erin!, tu propuesta siempre la vi ganadora.
ErinPL over 11 years ago
Thank you very much for this opportunity, it was an honor
Tommy Mueller over 11 years ago
This was a very fun & difficult challenge! I feel honored to finish in 8th place.
WAY TO GO FISHBONE!! :)
ErinPL over 10 years ago
3D Creation Systems, how long you need to print?, because I take less than 2 month to make my printer and print my design. Please answer the e-mails sent months ago. Thanks
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