OpenThruster

Open source 3D printed thruster for AUVs and ASVs.

3D Render:

Exploded View:

Final Assembled:

Additional details on the Wiki page: https://github.com/DisCoLabIITK/OpenThruster/wiki

The 3D printable STL files are in the STL folder.

Print settings for Nozzle:

• 0.4mm Extruder nozzle
• 0.2mm layer height
• 30% Infill (Gyroid)
• 4 Perimeters
• 6mm Brim.

Print settings for Propeller:

• 0.1mm layer height
• 0.2-0.4mm Extruder nozzle
• Supports enabled
• 4 Perimeters
• Solid infill.

FreeCAD source files in FreeCAD source files folder. FreeCAD v0.19 was used for design.

OpenProp source files downloaded from : https://openprop.engineering.dartmouth.edu/. The folder uploaded here has the modified option of NACA001612 and 001615 profiles.

Bill of Materials

1. PLA / ABS Filament
2. 3x 2.5x5mm Screws
3. 1x A2212 1000KV BLDC Motor
4. 1x 30A ESC with reversing capability

Testing Video:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1CwWSbAQDMGnaGXgHJ6uAxaj82aNr3GoJ/view?usp=sharing