Recreating a Banned Toy from the 1980s
TLDRIn a nostalgic quest, the creator attempts to recreate a banned toy from the 80s, the Popball, using various materials and methods including 3D printing with TPU filament, experimenting with resin, and DIY injection molding with polyurethane rubber. After overcoming challenges with materials and design, the creator successfully replicates the Popball's unique 'pop' action, even receiving insights from the toy's original inventor, Peter Fish.
Takeaways
- 🔍 The quest to recreate a banned childhood toy, the Popball, is driven by nostalgia and curiosity.
- 🔨 Various designs, manufacturing processes, and materials were explored in an attempt to mimic the original Popball.
- 🏖️ The story is set in 1988 Australia, where several toys were banned from schools due to safety concerns.
- 🚫 The Popball, especially the black ones, was banned due to urban myths and unknown reasons.
- 🤖 3D printing technologies, including the use of TPU filament and flexible resin, were employed in the recreation process.
- 📈 Measurements, patent reviews, and scientific research informed the design and material selection for the homemade Popball.
- 💡 Innovative solutions, such as DIY injection molding and material adjustments, were necessary to achieve the desired 'pop' effect.
- 🔬 Experimentation with different materials, including polyurethane rubber and carbon black, improved the toy's elasticity and hardness.
- 📧 Communication with the toy's creator, Peter Fish, provided insights into the Popball's history and manufacturing secrets.
- 🌐 The discovery of a company specializing in flexible filaments led to a potential solution for the 3D printing challenges.
- 🎉 The successful recreation of the Popball involved overcoming numerous obstacles and learning valuable lessons about material properties and 3D printing.
Q & A
What was the main goal of the project described in the transcript?
-The main goal of the project was to recreate a homemade version of the iconic banned toy from the narrator's childhood, known as a Popball.
What year is referred to in the context of Australians enjoying the beach and the narrator's childhood memories?
-The year referred to is 1988.
Why were some of the narrator's favorite toys banned from school?
-The toys were banned due to various safety concerns, such as the weaponized yoyo, metal slap bands causing injuries, hand blasters leading to finger injuries, and marbles being used for gambling.
What unique feature did Peter Fish, the creator of Popballs, introduce to improve safety?
-Peter Fish introduced a safety airhole in the design of Popballs to improve safety.
What material was initially used in the attempt to recreate the Popball, and why was it not successful?
-Initially, 90A shore hardness TPU filament was used, but it was too firm to recreate the Popball's action, leading to a failed attempt.
What new resin product was tried for printing the Popball, and what were the challenges encountered?
-A new resin product from Monocure3D was tried, but it had nasty fumes, required a lot of adjustments, and the resulting Popball did not have the desired 'pop'.
How did the narrator attempt to improve the performance of the polyurethane rubber used in the DIY injection molding process?
-The narrator added carbon black to the polyurethane rubber to increase its hardness and improve elasticity, which initially resulted in a lower hardness but improved elasticity and performance.
What was the final material used to successfully recreate the Popball, and what were the challenges faced during the process?
-The final material used was a 60A TPU filament from Recreus, which had a nearly 1,000% elongation. The challenges included difficulty in printing with it due to its flexibility, leading to multiple failed prints and the need for modifications to the 3D printer.
What was the Shore hardness of the original Popball compared to the newly created ones?
-The original Popball had a Shore hardness about ten units higher than the newly created ones.
What did the narrator do with the genuine Popball received from Peter Fish after completing the recreation process?
-The narrator returned the genuine Popball to its original creator, Peter Fish.
What was the final outcome of the recreated Popball in terms of performance compared to the modern ones?
-The recreated Popball performed really well, matching the performance of the modern Popballs, although it was not on par with the original one.
Outlines
🎨 Recreating a Banned Toy: The Quest for Popball
The video begins with the narrator's personal journey to recreate a banned toy from his childhood, the Popball. Set in 1988 Australia, the narrator reminisces about toys that were banned from schools due to safety concerns. The Popball, a toy that could be turned inside out and 'popped', was his favorite and its ban left a lasting impression. The narrator's quest to understand the origins of Popballs leads him to their creator, Peter Fish, and he embarks on a mission to recreate the toy using various materials and methods, starting with 90A shore hardness TPU filament.
🔧 Experimentation with Materials and Designs
The narrator's first attempt at recreating the Popball using 90A TPU filament fails due to the material's firmness. He then explores a new resin product from Monocure3D, which, despite its high fumes and initial printing challenges, results in a Popball that looks promising but lacks the desired 'pop'. Inspired by Peter Fish's insights, the narrator tries DIY injection molding with polyurethane rubber, tweaking the design and material composition to achieve a better result. The addition of carbon black to the rubber improves its elasticity and performance, bringing the narrator closer to the original Popball's feel.
🚀 Achieving Success with the Right Material and Design
After multiple attempts and refinements, the narrator finally succeeds in recreating the Popball using a blend of polyurethane rubber and carbon black. He receives a genuine Popball from its creator, Peter Fish, and compares it with his own creation. The narrator discovers a company, Recreus, that offers a flexible 60A TPU filament and decides to use it for his final attempt at recreating the Popball. Despite initial printing challenges, modifications to the 3D printer and adjustments to the printing process result in a successful print that closely matches the performance of modern Popballs. The video concludes with the narrator's satisfaction in recreating his favorite childhood toy and his decision to return the genuine Popball to its creator, Peter Fish.
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Keywords
💡banned toy
💡Popball
💡safety airhole
💡 Shore hardness scale
💡3D printing
💡DIY injection molding
💡carbon black
💡Recreus 60A TPU
💡manufacturing secrets
💡nostalgia
💡innovation
Highlights
The quest to recreate a banned toy from childhood, the Popball, using various designs, manufacturing processes, and materials.
The historical context of 1988 Australia, where the toy was popular before being banned.
The mention of other banned toys from the same era, such as weaponized yoyos and dangerous slap bands.
The unique appeal of the Popball, which was banned due to safety concerns, adding to its mystique.
The contact with the toy's creator, Peter Fish, providing insight into the origins and design of the Popball.
The innovative use of 90A shore hardness TPU filament in an early attempt to recreate the Popball.
The discovery of a new resin product from Monocure3D with potential for the project.
The challenges of working with flexible resin, including handling its strong fumes and adjusting printing settings.
The successful printing of the first resin Popball, despite the material's lack of elasticity.
The attempt at DIY injection molding using 3D printed molds and polyurethane rubber.
The revelation of the real reason behind the initial ban of black colored Popballs.
The experiment of adding carbon black to polyurethane rubber to improve its hardness and elasticity.
The successful creation of a Popball with improved elasticity and the desired 'pop' effect.
The comparison of the recreated Popball with an original from the 90s, sent by Peter Fish.
The sharing of manufacturing secrets by Peter Fish, leading to further refinement of the CAD design.
The discovery of Recreus's 60A TPU filament, known for its high elongation and difficulty to print with.
The numerous technical adjustments made to the 3D printer to successfully print with the flexible TPU filament.
The final recreation of the Popball that matched the performance of modern versions, bringing the project to a satisfying conclusion.
The gesture of returning the genuine Popball to its original creator, Peter Fish.
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