Interactive Cat Toy CAD Redesign

What I Need (Initial Stage)

Internal structure redesign only — outer form stays similar. Changes include:

Integrated internal fabric tunnels & pathways for paw access & enrichment
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Strategic viewing/access holes so cats can see & interact with the moving ball
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Built-in catnip/scent pockets — removable/replaceable design
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Flexible, shape-retaining bounce-back frame — critical: must squash & instantly spring back (solves the #1 issue of the original collapsing when pounced on)
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Ensure all components fit & move freely with the existing motorised inner ball

What I Provide

- Clear reference photos of the existing toy + inner ball
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- Exact dimensions & measurements
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- Full description of materials, problem points & desired improvements
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- Sketches/notes of the new features
Deliverable for THIS Stage

- 3D CAD model + concept visual showing the updated internal structure, component layout, and how everything fits together
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- Clear enough to review, refine, and send to a manufacturer

Who I’m Looking For

Experience with soft goods, flexible materials, toys, pet products, or collapsible/elastic designs
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Strong in 3D CAD (SolidWorks, Fusion 360, Rhino, etc.)
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Understanding of manufacturability for fabric + flexible plastic/TPE assemblies
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Please do NOT apply if you only do hard-surface / rigid plastic designs — flexibility & shape memory is key here!

Please Include in Your Proposal

- Examples of similar work — especially soft goods, flexible structures, pet products, or consumer goods
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- Fixed price for this initial concept + 3D CAD stage
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- Estimated timeline
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- Any questions you have about the design