XRobots Iron Man: Video added page 22, fours years into 4 mins
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Shakeitdavey
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fantastic work! I love checking on the progress of this
fantastic work! I love checking on the progress of this
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thumbsup Agreed
thumbsup Agreed
XRobots
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Here's a quick video showing the complete process of moulding the foam pieces to make rigid shells: XRobots - Iron Man Armour Boots, from foam to fiberglass, moulding and casting - YouTube
Here's a quick video showing the complete process of moulding the foam pieces to make rigid shells: XRobots - Iron Man Armour Boots, from foam to fiberglass, moulding and casting - YouTube
XRobots
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Just a quick video to test the exoskeleton boots: XRobots - Iron Man Armour Exoskeleton Walking Test, life sized suit costume strapping system - YouTube
Just a quick video to test the exoskeleton boots: XRobots - Iron Man Armour Exoskeleton Walking Test, life sized suit costume strapping system - YouTube
DOS Ferg 242
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Great work - truly inspired.
Great work - truly inspired.
Drack
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This is looking truely spectacular as always James. I have been following this build pretty much from the early days when it was just foam. I never thought it would become a rigid suit. My wife isn't going to be happy with you when the plastizote, silicon and smooth-on arrives in the post. She best count her luck stars that it's only the helmet I am going to cast when it's done......well for now
Tom.
This is looking truely spectacular as always James. I have been following this build pretty much from the early days when it was just foam. I never thought it would become a rigid suit. My wife isn't going to be happy with you when the plastizote, silicon and smooth-on arrives in the post. She best count her luck stars that it's only the helmet I am going to cast when it's done......well for now
Tom.
duality
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This is beautiful. The simplest solutions aren't always the best. I never would have thought about the ankle problem unless you brought it up (natural walking). Also, I should have posted this ages ago, but the servo solution is really unique and pretty simple. I've been working with a much more complicated hinge which is more visible. Well done all around. Thanks for the videos also.
This is beautiful. The simplest solutions aren't always the best. I never would have thought about the ankle problem unless you brought it up (natural walking). Also, I should have posted this ages ago, but the servo solution is really unique and pretty simple. I've been working with a much more complicated hinge which is more visible. Well done all around. Thanks for the videos also.
XRobots
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Yes it's a UK product which has an optional thickener additive: Silicone RTV Rubber
Yes it's a UK product which has an optional thickener additive: Silicone RTV Rubber
Drack
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Hi James. I may have missed the answer to this question in your thread/site if it's there but if you don't ask you don't learn. I have just ordered my silicon and smooth-cast and was wondering how much of the smooth-cast was required to cast your helmet (roughly)? I ordered the 0.9kg pack as I assume that should be more than enough for one but as I have never done this and can't afford to overdo it or use to little I thought I would check first to make sure I get it right first time.
Your help would be greatly appritiated in this matter,
Tom.
Hi James. I may have missed the answer to this question in your thread/site if it's there but if you don't ask you don't learn. I have just ordered my silicon and smooth-cast and was wondering how much of the smooth-cast was required to cast your helmet (roughly)? I ordered the 0.9kg pack as I assume that should be more than enough for one but as I have never done this and can't afford to overdo it or use to little I thought I would check first to make sure I get it right first time.
Your help would be greatly appritiated in this matter,
Tom.
XRobots
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Yes I used around 1Kg of 65D for the cast, so you should be ok with the smaller kit.
Yes I used around 1Kg of 65D for the cast, so you should be ok with the smaller kit.
XRobots
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The 65D is specifically for rotocasting - it sets gradually so you can get an even cast. Less expensive than Polyurethane?... probably with polyester resin and fiberglass.
The 65D is specifically for rotocasting - it sets gradually so you can get an even cast. Less expensive than Polyurethane?... probably with polyester resin and fiberglass.
XRobots
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Here's the latest boot assembly and demo video:
XRobots - Iron Man Armour Boot Assembly on my Exoskeleton Strapping System life size costume suit - YouTube
Here's the latest boot assembly and demo video:
XRobots - Iron Man Armour Boot Assembly on my Exoskeleton Strapping System life size costume suit - YouTube
Helagak
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James, the genius, billionaire, playboy, philanthropist... fantastic!
when this suit is done, (another 2 years?? :lol) it will be THE quintisential iron man suit. rivaling even stan winston studios!
you are a god among geeks, james. good work.
James, the genius, billionaire, playboy, philanthropist... fantastic!
when this suit is done, (another 2 years?? :lol) it will be THE quintisential iron man suit. rivaling even stan winston studios!
you are a god among geeks, james. good work.
Drack
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Re: XRobots Iron Man Mk6 UPDATED: Exoskeleton strapping system - Boots and Partial Sh
Hey James.
First things first. Hats off to you sir for such an amazing and inspiring build. The exoskeleton really takes your suit to the next level. I especially like the mechanics of the boots and hopefully I can apply some of your method into my suit as the boot set up is one of the things on my mind the most.
Before I start my cast I want to have everything ready to make it perfect. So i have a couple of questions for you if I may. I only have 2 things I am unsure of now. I will ask here rather than a PM in case it helps some one else trying the same. First off did you use a release agent for demoulding or does the RTV pull off fairly easy? Also what brand of filler did you use once the piece was cast cause I obviously don't want it to crack off if I get the wrong one.
Looking forward to your assistance in the last pieces of my puzzle,
Tom.
P.s. I say last pieces but I bet I have more to ask before the final plunge
Hey James.
First things first. Hats off to you sir for such an amazing and inspiring build. The exoskeleton really takes your suit to the next level. I especially like the mechanics of the boots and hopefully I can apply some of your method into my suit as the boot set up is one of the things on my mind the most.
Before I start my cast I want to have everything ready to make it perfect. So i have a couple of questions for you if I may. I only have 2 things I am unsure of now. I will ask here rather than a PM in case it helps some one else trying the same. First off did you use a release agent for demoulding or does the RTV pull off fairly easy? Also what brand of filler did you use once the piece was cast cause I obviously don't want it to crack off if I get the wrong one.
Looking forward to your assistance in the last pieces of my puzzle,
Tom.
P.s. I say last pieces but I bet I have more to ask before the final plunge
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