AIP-514: 3D Printing and Reward for APE

Proposal Name:

3D Printing and Reward for APE

Team Description:

  • Popoking (@lixiaofan19):
    • Extensive experience in event organization.
    • Holder of MAYC.
    • Collaborated with cafes to materialize IPs, such as BAYC, MAYC, etc.
  • Lok :
    • 6 years of experience in 3D printing.
    • Collaborated with multiple BAYC holders to create 3D models and masks.
  • Old Won :
    • Old Won (X: @oldwon_lululand)
    • Co-founder @Lululand_world (OG Studio in the Sandbox)
    • MocaArtist @MocaverseNFT
    • Virtual Space Designer & Metaverse Builder & Product Designer, with years of experience in mechanical and electrical engineering.
    • Responsible for daily operations of mechanical equipments and routine maintenance.

Proposal Description:

We aim to materialize IPs and provide community members the opportunity to own their 3D models for free. We would also like to provide income for APE community members by offering booths for 3D IP model display and sale (confirmed 1 place in Taiwan called ‘RUH CAFE;’ will find one more spot to sell and display), with all net profits going back to the APE community members. Apecoin exclusively will be used for transactions throughout the process.

We will print 3D models (tentative dimensions - Height:12-30CM, Weight:150-400G) for APE community members, such as KODA, BAYC, MAYC, Mocaverse, etc. For IPs without 3D modeling, we will provide 3D modeling diagram for up to 100 NFTs. For those with 3D models, we will print it for members directly. Each KODA, BAYC, MAYC, and Mocaverse holder can print their model once and choose to sell or keep it. Holders would be expected to provide their address, postal code and phone number for shipping, and those interested in printing a second NFT model would need to queue up again to print. Each model will have the “Powered by Apecoin” logo printed on the back.

Benefit to Apecoin Ecosystem:

  1. Providing Income for APE Community Members:
  • We will offer 3D printing opportunities for KODA, BAYC, MAYC, and Mocaverse. Members can choose to sell or display their models at the 3D IP model booths. Pricing will be determined by the IP holders, and all net profits will go to the APE community members. For holder sales, the display store will submit the report every week; we will post it in our Twitter and everyone can watch it. Also,we will use the official Twitter to contact and send back the income to them within 1 month. All revenues received will be returned to the holders.
  1. Maximizing Brand Exposure:
  • Each 3D model will feature the “Powered by Apecoin” logo, increasing community cohesion and enhancing meaningful engagement and value.
  1. Utilizing Apecoin in Transactions for Real-World Utility:
  • Apecoin will be used for transactions at the 3D IP model booths, encouraging its circulation and usage.
  1. Synergy Between Digital and Physical Presence:
  • The combination of online promotion and physical model presence will amplify impact, attract visitors and media attention, and extend global reach.

Steps to Implement:

Expected Start Date: 1 November, 2024
Expected End Date: 1 February, 2026

Step 1 - Preparation of 3D Printing Materials and Staff Recruitment:

  • Timeframe: Within 1 month of receiving DAO funds.

  • Key Performance Indicators: Present receipts of 3D equipment and materials purchased, and display produced models. Sign two-year work contracts with employees.

  • Associated Costs: 70,000 + 50,000 + 40,000 = $160,000 USD

Step 2 - Launch of Printing and Modeling Services:

  • Timeframe: Within 1 month of receiving DAO funds.

  • Key Performance Indicators: Start providing 3D modeling and printing services, showcasing each finished product on X.

  • Associated Costs: $40,000 USD

Step 3 - Setup of 3D IP Model Display and Sale Booths:

  • Timeframe: Within 2 months of receiving funds.

  • Key Performance Indicators: Publicize locations in collaboration and make sure models in place for display.

  • Associated Costs: $48,000USD

Project Setup Phases (Costs listed in USD):

Buying 3D Printing Machines and 3D Printing Material. Hiring employees, both planned to be activated within one month of receiving funding.

Buying 3D Printing Machines and 3D Printing Material
Cost: $120,000

Employee: Project Manager
Cost: $40,000

3D Modelling Services Setup
Cost: $40,000

3D IP Model Display Booth Setup:
Cost: $48,000

Total: $248,000

Milestones:
We aims to provide the benefits for the APE members, Utilizing Apecoin in Transactions for Real-World Utility and Promoting APECOIN around the world.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

  1. Providing Income for APE Community Members:
    Members can choose to sell or display their models at the 3D IP model booths. Pricing will be determined by the IP holders, and all net profits will go to the APE community members. We will mark the record and announce it every season.

  2. Utilizing Apecoin in Transactions for Real-World Utility:
    We will showcase every 3D models and provide the data every month.

  3. Promoting ApeCoin DAO
    Everyone who received the 3D model needs to tag @Apecoin’s X. Also, each 3D model will feature the “Powered by Apecoin’ logo. We will collect and analyze every promotion link.

Reporting Expectations:

We will provide monthly progress reports, and we will release the reports from 1 December, 2024 to 1 February, 2026. We will use the Twitter for releasing reports, and will update them every two weeks.

Overall Cost:

Total Amount Requested from the Apecoin Ecosystem Fund: $248,000 USD.

3D Printing Machines: $70,000 USD

3D Modelling Fees: $40,000 USD
(Covers the cost of 30 3D models to assist IP without existing 3D models.)

3D Printing Material Cost: $50,000 USD
(Offer 13 months of printing service for all APE community members including KODA,BAYC,Mocaverse)

Project Manager Expense, 1 year contract: $40,000 USD

  • Manage the Social Media
  • Make the report
  • Collaborate with the 3D service and 3D display team
  • Handle the booking everyday
  • Record inquiries and issues,and track their resolution

3D IP Model Display and Sale Booths: $48,000 USD
(1 year of model display and sale booth operations,with all net profits going to IP holders)

FUNDING TRANCHES
  • Q4 2024: $160,000
  • Q1 2025: $48,000
  • Q2 2025: $40,000
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Cool tech! Do you by chance have any photos or mock-ups of what the 3D printed NFT (models or masks) look like?

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These are what we’ve created. :blush:


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Kind of a confusing idea with a large cost, but interesting one indeed.
Can you share more 3D prints of Bored Apes and places where you have actually sold them as proof of work?

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Have little to do with ape-coiners . We had similar proposals discussions before.

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Super cool looking! Thanks for the reply!

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Sure! We have negotiation several areas like cafes, art galleries, and other places. Like the Taiwan’s second-ranked café “RUH CAFE” that has previously collaborated with our products.

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Hi @popoking,

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  • Are you ready to proceed to the next phase or do you wish to extend community discussion for another 7 days?

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-@Facilitators

We are ready to proceed to the next phase. :saluting_face:

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Hi ApeCoin DAO Community,

The AIP Draft submitted is currently incomplete and feedback has been provided to the author.

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Thank you,

-@Facilitators

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Hi ApeCoin DAO Community,

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The AIP Draft submitted is currently incomplete and feedback has been provided to the author.

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Hi ApeCoin DAO Community,

@popoking has completed editing their AIP Idea to be their AIP Draft.

This proposal has been assigned the AIP ID Number 514.

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Hi ApeCoin DAO Community,

Our team has reviewed and discussed @popoking’s AIP Draft and have sent a list of initial questions. We await answers.

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Kind Regards,

-@Facilitators

Hi ApeCoin DAO Community,

@popoking has responded to our questions and they are in our review once again.

Follow this Topic as further updates will be posted here in the comments.

Kind Regards,

-@Facilitators

Hi ApeCoin DAO Community,

@popoking has responded to our questions and has provided consent to share them in this forum for the community.

Click to expand Q&A with @popoking

1. Can you provide a more detailed description regarding the specifications of each 3D model, including height, weight, etc.?

It’s depends on different NFT.We can give the range of the model.

Height:12-30CM

Weight:150-400G

2. Your proposal would allow 3D models to be sold at “3D IP Model Display and Sale Booths.” Where would these booths be located?

We confirmed 1 place in Taiwan called ‘RUH CAFE’.Also,we will find one more spot to sold and display.

3. For holders opting to sell their IP models, would pricing be exclusively in ApeCoin?

They only can sell in Apecoin.

4. How would holders who successfully sell their 3D IP receive their proceeds? Please elaborate.

The display store will submit the report every week.We will post it in our Twitter and everyone can watch it.Also,we will use the official Twitter to contact and send back the income to them within 1 month.

5. Would the team be keeping any portion of revenue resulting from holder 3D IP sales?

No.We will not keep.We will give back all to the APE members.

6. Would you be shipping these printed 3D models to holders, and if so what personal information would holders be required to submit?

Yes.We will provide this service but all shipping fee is paid by the holders.

7. Do you have plans to protect any collected user data? Please elaborate.

We will announce who made the NFT .We will just protect the address.We will delete the address details after we finish the delivery.But the other information,we will not keep the privacy.

8. As your proposal is requesting a grant in excess of $100,000 please structure your request for funding in tranches (or milestone-based disbursements).

Steps to Implement & Timeline:

Step 1 - Preparation of 3D Printing Materials and Staff Recruitment:

Timeframe: Within 1 month of receiving DAO funds.

Key Performance Indicators: Present receipts of 3D equipment and materials purchased, and display produced models. Sign two-year work contracts with employees.

Associated Costs: 70,000 + 50,000 + 40,000 = $160,000 USD

Step 2 - Launch of Printing and Modeling Services:

Timeframe: Within 1 month of receiving DAO funds.

Key Performance Indicators: Start providing 3D modeling and printing services, showcasing each finished product on X.

Associated Costs: $40,000 USD

Step 3 - Setup of 3D IP Model Display and Sale Booths:

Timeframe: Within 2 months of receiving funds.

Key Performance Indicators: Publicize locations in collaboration and make sure models in place for display.

Associated Costs: $48,000USD

Reporting Expectations: We will provide monthly progress reports every month.

9. Regarding any granted permission to use ApeCoin trademarks by the Ape Foundation, do you expect to maintain full ownership rights to the content and/or IP which may be created as a result of the approval of your proposal?

Yes.

10. Your proposal states, “For those with 3D models, we will print it for members directly. Each KODA, BAYC, MAYC, and Mocaverse holder can print their model once”. Would all 48,888 NFTs be eligible for this service?

Each holder can print once. We determined that he is the holder based on his Twitter and corresponding wallet. Every time a model is completed, we will tweet it on our official Twitter and mention the model owner & @apecoin.

11. Do you provide consent to apply updates to the relevant areas of your proposal based on your responses to the questions above?

Yes

12. Do you provide consent to share these questions and answers with the community in this forum?

Yes

A DAR package is being worked on and upon completion this AIP will move into Administrative Review. Follow this Topic as further updates will be posted here in the comments.

Kind Regards,

-@Facilitators

Hi ApeCoin DAO Community,

We have sent a list of follow up questions to the author.

Follow this Topic as further updates will be posted here in the comments.

Kind Regards,

-@Facilitators

Hi ApeCoin DAO Community,

@popoking has responded to our questions and they are in our review once again.

Follow this Topic as further updates will be posted here in the comments.

Kind Regards,

-@Facilitators

Hi ApeCoin DAO Community,

@popoking has responded to our follow-up questions and has provided consent to share them in this forum for the community.

Click to expand follow-up Q&A with @popoking

1. Regarding Reporting Expectations, when would your reporting end?

We will end the report on February, 2026.

2. You’ve stated that “Each KODA, BAYC, MAYC, and Mocaverse holder can print their model once.” In the follow-up interview however you’ve stated that “Each holder can print once.” To clarify: if a holder has, for example, three NFTs, will that holder be eligible to print all three or will the holder need to choose just one?

So that everyone can get the first model quickly. We will give priority to those who don’t have the first model. If they want to print the second NFT model, they need to queue up again to print.

3. When shipping printed 3D models to holders, aside from mailing address what personal information would holders be required to submit?

They need to submit the address,post code and phone no.

4. Rephrasing Question #8 from the previous interview round: given the costs involved in your proposal, please provide a schedule for the delivery of funding (in tranches) based on your milestones. How much would you need upon approval, and how much would you need at a later date across the timeline of your proposal?

Funding Tranches:

  • Q4 2024: $160,000
  • Q1 2025: $48,000
  • Q2 2025: $40,000

5. Do you provide consent to apply updates to the relevant areas of your proposal based on your responses to the questions above?

Yes

6. Do you provide consent to share these questions and answers with the community in this forum?

Yes

A DAR package is being worked on and upon completion this AIP will move into Administrative Review. Follow this Topic as further updates will be posted here in the comments.

Kind Regards,

-@Facilitators