norscout
Member
Back to the drawing board this morning to work out some designs.
I had aimed to "find" most of the design during fabrication; to just build it off a base concept.
But 3D is so helpful at pushing and pulling shapes around and testing before committing to plastic.
I changed and improved the top from the sketch. I think I'll go with this mockup and start cutting styrene for the top section today.
I'm also adding a functional "shoulder section", front thruster block C. it will help position the ship at port.
Deciding to hand make or 3d print the rear nozzle details... I need a 3D printer! I'm shopping, leaning towards resin, any suggestions or recommendations?
joberg yes, can make the front guns similar, and drop the front ball turret, or the very top mast section could be a good spot for a turret.
swgeek Hack saw working as my best option for now. I need a band saw! and more model-making tools at my home shop.
I had aimed to "find" most of the design during fabrication; to just build it off a base concept.
But 3D is so helpful at pushing and pulling shapes around and testing before committing to plastic.
I changed and improved the top from the sketch. I think I'll go with this mockup and start cutting styrene for the top section today.
I'm also adding a functional "shoulder section", front thruster block C. it will help position the ship at port.
Deciding to hand make or 3d print the rear nozzle details... I need a 3D printer! I'm shopping, leaning towards resin, any suggestions or recommendations?
joberg yes, can make the front guns similar, and drop the front ball turret, or the very top mast section could be a good spot for a turret.
swgeek Hack saw working as my best option for now. I need a band saw! and more model-making tools at my home shop.