3D Models

3D Antibody and Virus Models

Files for 3D Models

The original STL files to print the influenza and antibody models were obtained from the Suchman et al. 2018 publication and can be accessed for printing at Thingiverse. The original STL files to print the SARS-CoV2 models were downloaded from Thingiverse.

Printing and Adapting Antibodies

The NSF STEM BUILD program adapted the models and printed them at the NC State University DH Hill, Jr. Library Makerspace. PLA filament and flexible TPU filament were used to print the antibodies and viruses, respectively. Magnets were added to antibody heavy and light chains using hot glue. We appreciate the time Vianey Ramirez spent printing and improving the models.


3D virus print in white PLA. Viral spikes with different antigens are highlighted.

3D model of virus and viral spikes printed by NC State student, Vianey Ramirez.

Two 3D models of viruses in gray filament: on the left a coronavirus (smaller) and on the right an influenza virus model. Two antibodies with heavy chains in white and light chains in blue. Magnets hold heavy and light chains together.

Two 3D models of viruses in gray filament: on the left a coronavirus (smaller) and on the right an influenza virus model. Two antibodies with heavy chains in white and light chains in blue. Magnets hold heavy and light chains together.

Close up of the antibodies and influenza virus.

Close up of the influenza virus showing the different epitopes