RC Tugboat with Azimuth Thrusters
by sketchyircuits · via Thingiverse
| Format | ZIP |
| Category | Gadgets |
| License | CC BY-SA |
| Uploaded | Apr 25, 2026 |
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Description
The ZIP file includes all STLs organised into folders. This radio-controlled tugboat features an azimuth stern drive system and feels just like a real ASD harbour tug in the water. The entire vessel is 3D printed, and radio controlled by ESP32 microcontrollers + NRF24 radio modules. Azimuth drive systems allow the propulsion units to rotate 360 degrees, providing the ability to move in any direction without a rudder. This makes it perfect for replicating real ASD tugboat operations and maneuvers. The vessel design is based on a real ASD tugboat near me. Printing notes: I printed everything in PLA on an Ender 3 V3 SE Layer height was 0.2mm for everything except I reduced to 0.16mm for the bevel gears and propellers Probably good idea to add 1-2 extra wall loops for the hull parts to help prevent water seeping through More info and code + part links can be found here: https://sketchycircuits.com/project.php?id=tugboat Watch the Youtube video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HdYasQRxwfY
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