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Floating Panel pop-up mechanism project

Floating Panel pop-up mechanism project developed as a measured original paper study. The packet provides the actual parts, joining or shaping marks, drawing dimensions and an assembly sequence. Print at actual size and dry-fit the parts before gluing.

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Pages in this PDF
  • Page 1 — Assembly instructions
  • Page 2 — 180 x 128 mm card
  • Page 3 — 74 x 84 mm floating panel; four 16 mm faces + 12 mm tab (2 pieces)
  • Page 4 — Assembly instructions

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Floating Panel pop-up mechanism project / LETTER

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Letter and A4 preserve the component dimensions. Choose the sheet you will print, not a different object size.

Materials and construction

Plain 100 to 140 gsm paper for a first dimensional trial; approximately 160 to 220 gsm card only after confirming the folds. Use a ruler, suitable scissors, a blunt scoring tool and a small amount of paper adhesive. An adult should handle internal cuts, holes and small fasteners.

Before making a batch

Measure the 50 mm reference and two named component dimensions.

Make a complete empty trial and document fold direction, joining order, collision, stability and any fragile features.

Repeat the trial using your chosen paper. Check that every join holds and each moving part works freely before decorating.

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Instruction pages
2
Orientation
Portrait

Floating panel 74 x 84 mm, supported by two equal 16 mm square loops.

From file to finished page

  1. Form two square support loops using the 12 mm joining tabs.
  2. Bond opposite faces of each loop between the card and floating panel; keep the two loops parallel.
  3. Locate supports with the card closed, then let each joint dry in that position.
  4. Test the panel movement before decorating; an offset or twisted loop can prevent closure.
Printing and use notes

Drawing dimensions describe flat paper surfaces, not verified internal capacity, load strength, fit or material compatibility.

No mailing, food-contact, archival, toy-safety, protective-wear or cutting-machine certification is supplied.

Make a plain-paper trial first; paper thickness and fold accuracy can change the fit.

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  • Floating Panel pop-up mechanism project / LETTER · 4 pages
    Page numbers and contents
    • Page 1 — Assembly instructions
    • Page 2 — 180 x 128 mm card
    • Page 3 — 74 x 84 mm floating panel; four 16 mm faces + 12 mm tab (2 pieces)
    • Page 4 — Assembly instructions
  • Floating Panel pop-up mechanism project / A4 · 4 pages
    Page numbers and contents
    • Page 1 — Assembly instructions
    • Page 2 — 180 x 128 mm card
    • Page 3 — 74 x 84 mm floating panel; four 16 mm faces + 12 mm tab (2 pieces)
    • Page 4 — Assembly instructions

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