Creating a Raspberry Pi cluster at home may not offer top performance compared to a standard desktop PC. However, there are benefits to experimenting with parallel computing and load balancing in a compact and cost-effective way by using multiple Raspberry Pi Zeros. Visualizing your Pi Zero cluster as a mini version of the legendary Cray-1 supercomputer can add an element of style and creativity to your project.
Kevin McAleer designed a clever 3D printed enclosure for his cluster of Raspberry Pi Zero 2s to delve into deploying software with modern frameworks like Ansible, Docker, and Flask. To house the Pi Zeros in style, he opted for a symmetrical Cray-1 inspired design. Each wedge of the enclosure consists of the same 3D printed parts, providing a uniform and visually appealing structure.
In a video by [Kevin], he discusses the design iterations, noting the need for M2.5 standoffs and screws to assemble the enclosure. The design cleverly accommodates hiding USB power cables within the lower “cushion” area using 90-degree cables, leaving the core area open for other components.
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