This is a replica of the Nomai translator tool from the game `Outer Wilds`. It's assembled from a mix of built-in threaded sections, friction fit slots, pegs, and glue. It's a big project and I'm not yet willing to provide in-depth documentation, so beware.
Things you'll need outside of what is printable include:
I chose to design mine to work with 9v which drives my 12v LED tape well and can be run for about an hour on a 9v battery (The stepper motor is power-hungry). You can run yours however you like.
That's about it! Have fun.
The author hasn't provided the model origin yet.