LED Katana Build with PropMaker via @KamuiCosplay #3DPrinting #CircuitPython
Svetlana and Benni built an amazing 3D printed prop of an LED katana using the Adafruit Feather M4 and PropMaker FeatherWing. They designed the katana in Blender and 3D printed the parts using both ABS and resin material. In their build video, they explain their prop building process and showcase using our LightSaber learn guide. Svetlana and Benni have a high-energy persona while we get to see their prop making skills at work. They highlight their finishing techniques and show how they reinforced the prop using steel plates and rods.
We super excited when we see skilled prop makers using parts from Adafruit and hope to see more folks using CircuitPython to create high quality props. If you want to see more amazing builds, be sure to follow Svetlana and Benni on the socials!
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