====== Nanoleaf Shapes (202x) ======

===== Basics =====

Many YouTubers and influencers feature original [[https://nanoleaf.me/de-DE/products/nanoleaf-shapes/?category=triangles|Nanoleaf Triangles]] on their walls. While they offer a striking visual, a more affordable alternative is perfectly adequate for some.

This sparked the idea of simply 3D printing the panels yourself and then utilizing the [[https://kno.wled.ge/|WLED Project]] as the foundation. The necessary hardware is inexpensive, and with a good 3D model, you can certainly create some very attractive panels.
===== Hardware =====

Here's what you'll need:

  * [[hardware:esp32:start|]] (any model)
  * [[hardware:ws2812b:start|]] LED strips
  *Power supply

Since the available shapes all have certain limitations, I'll likely design my own versions in [[https://cad.onshape.com/documents/631fada1f2102df38ec92615/w/0bf10fa788be7bb3f5e981ed/e/f3fc9fe9e2596355fd80daa2?renderMode=0&uiState=643d5db25dc4f40dfefb2ca3|OnShape]] (or OpenSCAD), based on Nanoleaf photos. 

This means the parts list will also expand to include:

  * Diffuser sheet

A friend also suggested using pogo pins as connectors. While that sounds like a promising idea, it would make the internal circuitry more complex, as I'm not yet sure how the WLEDs would need to be wired in that configuration.



===== Optional =====

Theoretically, you could also connect a microphone to the ESP32 to enable a "sound reactive" mode for the LEDs. However, my workroom is usually quite quiet, with the main sound typically just being my keyboard. Additionally, during video calls, it rarely gets dark enough for such an effect to be particularly noticeable, especially during spring and summer.
===== Source Code =====
https://github.com/Aircoookie/WLED

===== Inspirations =====

https://cults3d.com/de/modell-3d/haus/light-panels-nanoleaf-replica-wall-panel
https://cults3d.com/de/modell-3d/haus/lampara-triangular-simil-nanoleaf
===== Actual Nanoleaf =====
{{ :project:nanoleaf_clone:nanoleaf_triangle_front.png?400 |Nanoleaf Triangle Front}}
{{ :project:nanoleaf_clone:nanoleaf_triangle_back.png?400 |Nanoleaf Triangle Back}}

  * Edge length: 113 mm
  * Cover film: 0.5 mm
  * Minimum height: 6 mm
  * Maximum height: 10 mm
  * Rounding length (Edge): 20 mm
  * Rounding length (Vertex): 14 mm
  * Wall thickness: 2 mm
  * Margin (Rear side): 3 mm (2 mm at connectors)

Link to the technical teardown: https://www.eevblog.com/forum/projects/nanoleaf-aurora-teardown/

===== WIP (Design in OnShape) =====
{{ :project:nanoleaf_clone:2023-05-16.png?400 |2023/05/16}}
{{ :project:nanoleaf_clone:2023-06-02_body.png?400 |2023/06/02 Body}}
{{ :project:nanoleaf_clone:2023-06-02_cover.png?400 |2023/06/02 Cover}}

===== WIP (Test Prints) =====
{{ :project:nanoleaf_clone:2023-06-01_testprint_1.png?400 |2023/06/01 Print separated}}
{{ :project:nanoleaf_clone:2023-06-01_testprint_2.png?400 |2023/06/01 Print assembled}}