Disentanglement Puzzle

This is a Disentanglement puzzle, also known as a rope-and-ring or tavern puzzle. This classic example requires spatial reasoning, patience, and strategic maneuvering rather than force. These puzzles are often made of metal or wood and are popular in brain teaser sets. I would consider this an entry-level puzzle geared to younger children. The average adult should be able to solve it within a few minutes. See my Instructuables page for more complex designs.

Materials:

1. 3D Printer / Material
2. String, Rope, Paracord

Tools:

1. Scissors
2. Tape Measure
3. Lighter / Match

You will be building to this model. The parts consist of a base, ball, end caps, and cord.

Print the parts in this step. You will need 1 of each.

Feed the paracord into the base.

Tie a strong knot

Cut off excess paracord. Pull the string to remove slack

Add the end cap with the flat top.

Cut paracord to 17" long.

Melt the end of the paracord to allow it to slide through the ball easily.

Feed the paracord through the ball as shown. .

Tie a tight knot and remove the excess paracord. Pull the cord tight.

Add cap with the sphere shape aligned with the ball.

See the video in the introduction for the assembly/solution. Please let me know if you have any questions.

Thanks for viewing!