The Orville Props

renaissance_man · Jan 1, 2018

DrewSmith007 said:
Thanks.

I'm using rubber bands, couldn't find extension springs that were small enough when the screen is up, and able to extend far enough when closed.

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Battery is an A23. I like your rechargeable idea though.

This battery holder: https://www.digikey.com/product-detail/en/mpd-memory-protection-devices/BH23AW/BH23AW-ND/2439315

Will fit in the rectangular spot near the bottom.

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The right button pushes backwards to release the screen to pop-up. The left button moves the same way, but it is intended to be used with a tactile button to cycle modes on an arduino, but that's a ways down the road. Here's a cross section to show the latch mechanism to release the screen:

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It isn't screen accurate (you can see the top half of the back when they're scanning the bible in "The Krill") but it will be functional and not really visible.

You've done a nice job on modelling and factoring in lighting to your scanner.

As propmaster2000 said, a nice simple approach to the pop-up mechanism, using the elastic bands.

I would maybe be a tad concerned that the tension force on the body of the prop exerted by the stretch of the bands may cause the shell of the prop to warp over time.

propmaster2000 · Jan 2, 2018

I had some time today to work a little more on my prop interpretation of The Orville scanner/communicator prop.

https://youtu.be/ZHzu3ipRpcw

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DrewSmith007 · Jan 5, 2018

Looking good, I like the way you attached the bands. Do you know what solenoid you're going to use? Will it be always on, and the button releases, or will it be off with the solenoid releasing some latch when triggered?

propmaster2000 · Jan 5, 2018

For now, my plan is to use a small latch with a spring. When the top is pushed in, it will latch automatically.
Then the solenoid (which is off) will be powered to move the latch and release the pop-up.
Not sure what solenoid to use yet, but it has to be powered with 6v.
May end up using a miniature gear motor instead of the solenoid (still in the design stage)...

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BrundelFly · Jan 6, 2018

What 3D software does everyone use? and what Printers?

renaissance_man · Jan 6, 2018

BrundelFly said:
What 3D software does everyone use? and what Printers?

Solidworks, then Shapeways for the 3D prints.

DrewSmith007 · Jan 8, 2018

Fusion 360, formlabs form2 printer.

nbennie · Jan 25, 2018

I've modeled the badges and would be happy to supply the files if anyone wants them.

Kokanee · Jan 26, 2018

BrundelFly said:
What 3D software does everyone use? and what Printers?

3D Studio Max and a Ultimaker 3

renaissance_man · Jan 26, 2018

nbennie said:
I've modeled the badges and would be happy to supply the files if anyone wants them.
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Nicely done!

Cmdr.Kerner · Feb 4, 2018

Hi guys,

here is my first prop from The Orville. Made from 3 mm thick PVC hardfoam.

Dietrich

renaissance_man · Feb 4, 2018

Cmdr.Kerner said:
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Hi guys,

here is my first prop from The Orville. Made from 3 mm thick PVC hardfoam.

Dietrich

Having only watched the episode in which your replica featured, a few days ago, you did a nice job on it.

I'm debating making a backlit version.

nbennie · Feb 5, 2018

Here is a link to the badges, they are scale-able to any size, I have them as 3in diameter. https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2770375

Cmdr.Kerner · Feb 11, 2018

The sapphire star from the Orville. Still unfinished.

Dietrich

NormanF · Feb 18, 2018

I just saw this book on Amazon. No idea if it will have enough reference material in it.
https://smile.amazon.com/World-Orville-Jeff-Bond/dp/1785657615

Update: One of the reviews says it is useless for aliens or props.

BrundelFly · Jun 12, 2018

Yes it was pretty much worthless. the PM-44 picture on it, was a concept. It is missing quite a bit of detail.
Im working on my own version with a very talented artist at the moment. Funny how many people are working on them!

The few I have seen available, are nice from the side..but too skinny. Everyone gets the thickness of the gun wrong. Or the buttons are off.
The ones on the show are SO tightly controlled, it is impossible to get access to them. The cast has to sign them out and in BLOOD practically!

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Here is a teaser of mine. Need to adjust a few things in the grip.