Yuxin Petal Megaminx -Kevin Uhrik Flower Dodecahedron Puzzle

YuXin Petal Megaminx (Flower Dodecahedron)

A captivating edge-turning masterpiece engineered by Kevin Uhrik, blending the curved aesthetics of a 4-Leaf Clover cube with a dodecahedral layout.

The YuXin Petal Megaminx is a premier addition to the collections of puzzle connoisseurs and geometric logic enthusiasts alike. Originally envisioned and drafted by prominent independent puzzle designer Kevin Uhrik, this fascinating mechanism is structurally categorized as a Helicopter Dodecahedron featuring cleverly engineered "hidden corners."

The design takes inspiration from the internal geometric cut-lines of a standard 4-Leaf Clover Cube and expands them elegantly across a 12-sided dodecahedral canvas. Showcasing curved petal-shaped slices and deep-cut intersection tracks, it challenges solvers to navigate a beautifully complex web of interlocking edge rotations.

🎯 DESIGN HISTORY & MECHANICAL ARCHITECTURE

Boutique Designer Collaboration: Expertly conceptualized by Kevin Uhrik, utilizing advanced 3D structural mapping to translate edge-turning helicopter logic seamlessly onto a multi-faceted dodecahedron.

Optimized Core Engineering: Originally optimized for seamless FDM 3D printing in PETG on industrial-grade Craftbot Plus hardware, the internal framework is engineered to require only 12 central core anchoring screws—maximizing mechanical efficiency while maintaining flawless operational stability.

Curved Petal Slicing Logic: Turning the curved edge axes reveals hidden geometric paths, splitting the uniform faces into dynamic petal arrays and forcing the solver to track complex piece positioning across multiple intersecting planes.

Stickerless High-Contrast Palette: Features a premium molded stickerless finish with a remarkably smooth, tactile face glide. The bright colorway ensures immediate orientation tracking even when the puzzle enters complex, scrambled configurations.

📊 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Brand Name: YuXin (YX) & Kevin Uhrik
Item Name: Petal Megaminx (Flower Dodecahedron)
Twisty Puzzle Reference: Twisty Puzzles Museum - Flower Dodecahedron (Pkey: 7126)
Puzzle Classification: Helicopter Dodecahedron / Edge-Turning Variant
Puzzle Dimensions: 10.7 x 11.2 x 9.2 cm
Net Weight: 171.5 g
Gross Package Weight: 241.8 g
Exterior Finish: Vibrant Stickerless Contrast Layout
Product Condition: 100% Brand New Factory Boxed Stock