New) 150mm Ruler That Stays Put When Pressed Against Paper

Publication Start Date
2025/03/28

Item Name
New) 150mm Ruler That Stays Put When Pressed Against Paper

Category
Activities

Material
PLA

Design
Yosuke Ito (TORQ DESIGN / Sinkougeisha)

Comments
For (With Whom)
Individuals with hemiplegia or similar conditions who find it difficult to hold a conventional ruler in place with one hand while writing with the other, yet wish to challenge themselves to use both hands as much as possible.

Why
Points
How
Inspired by the "Ruler That Stays Put When Pressed Against Paper," this design employs adhesive stickers for enhanced stability. The adhesive area is limited to ensure the ruler is non-slip when "ON" and slip-free when "OFF." The semi-circular 3D model acts as a stencil for cutting the anti-slip stickers. Cut the anti-slip stickers using this stencil and apply them to the semi-circular area on the back of the ruler.
This model measures 150mm in length. A 250mm model is also available.

Outcome
Materials Used
Body: PLA

Print Setting Summary
Body: Nozzle diameter = 0.4mm, Layer height = 0.2mm, Infill =15%, Support =None

Accessory Information
Recommended Anti-Slip Sheet
Vita Dome Couleur 【Ultra Strong Non-Slip】【Made in Japan】A4 Size [29.7cm × 21cm]/1 sheet) Ultra-thin 0.35㎜
https://www.amazon.co.jp/dp/B0BNC58P12?ref=nb_sb_ss_w_as-
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Notes
Print the upper part of the ruler (the side with the elliptical mark) facing the print bed. Support material is not required.
Use the cutSupport part to cut the anti-slip sheet and attach it to the crescent-shaped area on the bottom of the body.
Using thicker anti-slip sheets may affect the usability.

※Created with funding from the second "Future Nursing Care Fund" of the Japan Philanthropic Foundation