Introduction Post:
This work contains some philosophical reflections, also one of Paul’s signature charms as an artist. He has portrayed a creator of female figures, and with each egg opening symbolizing the beginning of life, clay gradually takes shape in her hands, forming a human figure. Just as Voltaire said: God creates mankind in His own image, and mankind creates mankind in the image of God.
Mechanical Toy Documentation
Before disassembly of the toy, I guess the center might be similar to the gear system but with less friction, so as to spin fast with a gentle push.
Disassembling the toy with a hand tool, I learned the center of the fingertip spinner is a deep groove ball bearings suitable for high-speed application. They are versatile, have low friction, and are optimized for low noise and low vibration.
I don’t know what the name of the component of the transformable arms is. Fastener? they fit tightly but are very smooth when they deform. The contact area of these components is smaller than I expected, perhaps due to the elasticity of the plastic.