A new guide today in the Adafruit Learning System: 3D Printed Light-Up Kaleidoscope by Debra Ansell:
A kaleidoscope uses three mirrors in a triangular arrangement to form repeated reflections of small objects placed inside. These symmetric reflections produce lovely patterns that change with the movement of the objects being viewed.
This 3D printed kaleidoscope project generates patterns that glow with wireless LEDs embedded inside translucent 3D printed shapes. The luminous forms are free to slide around the rotating base to produce colorful changeable configurations that extend as far as you can see.
The illuminated images inside the kaleidoscope are lovely, and the kaleidoscope itself makes an appealing item to display. You can select your favorite filament color for the 3D printed parts, and choose from three different embossed patterns that decorate the exterior.
