Hey DJ,
OH YES... Each panel is going to mimic what we see on screen. Then we're going to add a few surprises to include sound... Right now we're focusing on the new center console. It's going to be FUN!
1:1 Millennium Falcon Cockpit Replica - Group Build
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Hey DJ,
OH YES... Each panel is going to mimic what we see on screen. Then we're going to add a few surprises to include sound... Right now we're focusing on the new center console. It's going to be FUN!
Wavey
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Great advances going on, very cool guys! You could program Vegas Mode for the lighting system - maybe 
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Hi Gang,
Great News! Although still in a holding pattern for the workspace... I've signed up with Mind Gear Labs and now have FULL access to all the their equipment! Work has already begun on both 3D and 2D modeling, laser cutting and of course the CNC! We're gearing up and couldn't be more excited... Even better, Starkiller just forwarded the 3D model of the cockpit corridor (think about it)
Stay Tuned!
Great News! Although still in a holding pattern for the workspace... I've signed up with Mind Gear Labs and now have FULL access to all the their equipment! Work has already begun on both 3D and 2D modeling, laser cutting and of course the CNC! We're gearing up and couldn't be more excited... Even better, Starkiller just forwarded the 3D model of the cockpit corridor (think about it)
Stay Tuned!
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corellian77
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Excellent news SK! I can't wait to see what you guys produce with your newfound resources.
crystaloftruth
Member
Awesome, I can't wait to see that corridor
Hi Gang,
Work has officially begun! One of our newest members, Mike from Mind Gear, CNCd a screen accurate Mitchell Matte Box (center console view screen). It looks awesome! There is still a lot of work to do - filling, sanding, etc. to make it look perfect but it's already better than the ugly one I created... I also took pics of the workspace and a few other goodies...
Unfortunately, Photobucket is down for maintenance so I will post pics as soon as the site is up and running. grrrrr
Stay Tuned!
Work has officially begun! One of our newest members, Mike from Mind Gear, CNCd a screen accurate Mitchell Matte Box (center console view screen). It looks awesome! There is still a lot of work to do - filling, sanding, etc. to make it look perfect but it's already better than the ugly one I created... I also took pics of the workspace and a few other goodies...
Unfortunately, Photobucket is down for maintenance so I will post pics as soon as the site is up and running. grrrrr
Stay Tuned!
Hi C,
Things have already started! The Matte Box looks awesome! The new console is going to be Uber Cool! Did I just use that term?
Awesome, I can't wait to see that corridor
Hi C,
Me too! We were discussing how far back to go with it and then of course the topic quickly turned to transporting the beast. That asside, construction should be relatively easy. The walls are primarily padding, lights and then the floor. But that's a lot to haul when we break it down. We're still tossing ideas around - but this project is SO FAR from being over.
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Thanks so much! But don't dream it... Do it!
Hi C,
So far... I love it! I'm probably the dummy of the bunch. lol I'm surrounded by electronics geniuses and engineers... For example, the other night a member brought in his Tesla Gun. YES... a fully working Tesla Gun. Pics Coming! And they are the nicest group of folks I've met. The best part... they are all excited to see pieces of the MF in their lab. My advice, JOIN!
Hi Gang,
As promised...
The CNC machine at Mind Gear Labs - she'll be working overtime!
Laser Cutter
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Here is the Tesla Gun!
Since we're rebuilding these elements of the MF... I thought I would bring them to MGL
WHOOPS
A member building a video game system and keeping the demons out
Our future workspace - I HOPE!
And last but NOT least... Mike's Matte Box! Needs lots of filler and sanding but she is AWESOME!
Stay Tuned!
As promised...
The CNC machine at Mind Gear Labs - she'll be working overtime!
Laser Cutter
Vinyl Printer
Here is the Tesla Gun!
Since we're rebuilding these elements of the MF... I thought I would bring them to MGL
WHOOPS
A member building a video game system and keeping the demons out
Our future workspace - I HOPE!
And last but NOT least... Mike's Matte Box! Needs lots of filler and sanding but she is AWESOME!
Stay Tuned!
timejack
New Member
Fantastic work by all on this thread - very cool, guys!
MGL can't be real - what a dream!
Regarding the tunnel and transporting it, obviously weight savings is a huge bonus. I wonder if it would be worth considering making all those pads inflatable? It could save space when transporting them. A foam skin, to capture the right look, containing internal bladders like a pool float?
(This might be more work than necessary - especially if the pads can be hollow skins that stack into one another for transport, like plastic cups, and hold the proper shape without air bladders when assembled...just thinking out loud)
MGL can't be real - what a dream!
Regarding the tunnel and transporting it, obviously weight savings is a huge bonus. I wonder if it would be worth considering making all those pads inflatable? It could save space when transporting them. A foam skin, to capture the right look, containing internal bladders like a pool float?
(This might be more work than necessary - especially if the pads can be hollow skins that stack into one another for transport, like plastic cups, and hold the proper shape without air bladders when assembled...just thinking out loud)
Hi T,
Oh Yeah! Had I known MGL was in town I would have joined long ago.
If we could get the padding to look just they do on screen using something inflatable... I'm all for it! I'm afraid / convinced they're probably going to fiberglass or foam with a resin coating. We're still tossing different ideas around. The nice thing, once we get the molds done, we'll have them for the rest of the ship.
The cockpit and quad take up most of 1 8x12 trailer. The corridor would probably do the same... Again, tossing ideas around...
Oh Yeah! Had I known MGL was in town I would have joined long ago.
If we could get the padding to look just they do on screen using something inflatable... I'm all for it! I'm afraid / convinced they're probably going to fiberglass or foam with a resin coating. We're still tossing different ideas around. The nice thing, once we get the molds done, we'll have them for the rest of the ship.
The cockpit and quad take up most of 1 8x12 trailer. The corridor would probably do the same... Again, tossing ideas around...
Jundland Raider
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Yeah, whatever :cool
Yes, true. But you are the gentle master of passion and dedication, my friend. And a true inspiration for many. In fact I think it is safe to say that you have become a hero for quite a few people around here. I know you have for me.
Here's a suggestion I posted before the Mythbuster's Show. To save you from having to search the thread, here it is again:
Perhaps it will help.
Keep up the awesomeness!
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timejack
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Yeah, you're right, SofaKing01 - fiberglass is probably the way to go for the pads.
Inflatable pads would require a bit of annoying R&D, and still not be as durable. Plus, airing them up, etc. etc. Probably, not the best route.
Since the pads look like self-skinning poly-foam (like Nerf footballs, etc.) that's what always comes to mind looking at them in the movie, but playing devil's advocate brings up a couple of issues with foam:
1. durability - once it tears, it has a tear until a new one is made.
2. out-gasing, or off-gasing - depending on the materials chosen, foam pads could stink up the tunnel for quite some time
3. deterioration
Even with a thick, flexible skin (latex, etc.) laid in the mold before the foam backing, the pads could still have these issues. (especially, the smells)
At least fiberglass shells can avoid all of these - it's super durable, no out-gasing once cured & painted and relatively no deterioration)
other advantages: Simpler process - They can be churned out more efficiently...paint them to match, and they're relatively worry free. Less weight, too.
Rog, you're right about throwing some pigment into the resin to save time and paint. Plus, any scratches they acquire over time wouldn't show a garish, original-material-color underneath the paint. Again, rather worry free.
Now, we just have to figure out how to get you a big rig to haul everything you fab up in that new work space, ha!
Nice work!
Inflatable pads would require a bit of annoying R&D, and still not be as durable. Plus, airing them up, etc. etc. Probably, not the best route.
Since the pads look like self-skinning poly-foam (like Nerf footballs, etc.) that's what always comes to mind looking at them in the movie, but playing devil's advocate brings up a couple of issues with foam:
1. durability - once it tears, it has a tear until a new one is made.
2. out-gasing, or off-gasing - depending on the materials chosen, foam pads could stink up the tunnel for quite some time
3. deterioration
Even with a thick, flexible skin (latex, etc.) laid in the mold before the foam backing, the pads could still have these issues. (especially, the smells)
At least fiberglass shells can avoid all of these - it's super durable, no out-gasing once cured & painted and relatively no deterioration)
other advantages: Simpler process - They can be churned out more efficiently...paint them to match, and they're relatively worry free. Less weight, too.
Rog, you're right about throwing some pigment into the resin to save time and paint. Plus, any scratches they acquire over time wouldn't show a garish, original-material-color underneath the paint. Again, rather worry free.
Now, we just have to figure out how to get you a big rig to haul everything you fab up in that new work space, ha!
Nice work!
Hey Jo,
I'm really excited! I'm hoping to have all the panels cut and ready for the new center console. And with the CNC, all the holes for the LEDs will be at the same time. This work day can't end soon enough!
Hey T,
The fiberglass can be abused and tossed around. And being the fastest hunk of junk in the galaxy, a little abuse will lend a more authentic look and feel. Of course, getting that first master mold(s) is key. There are several different shapes so we definately have our work cut out for us...
Chris has a large enclosed trailer. I've been looking at purchasing one as well. That will definately eat into the build but I think it'll be a good purchase in the end.
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