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Re: VIIC "On the Ways"
« Reply #315 on: 06 Feb , 2013, 19:16 »
Gentlemen,
I have been working with some 3D software, and have started an augmentation of my project. Below are some pics showing where I am going. I am working on a complete 3D version of the same model I am scratch-building. I am finding it easier to realize actual shapes and their relationships.







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Re: VIIC "On the Ways"
« Reply #316 on: 06 Feb , 2013, 19:32 »
Christopher, looking great!

What software are you using?
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« Reply #317 on: 06 Feb , 2013, 19:36 »
Thanks! Using DAZ Hexagon 2.5 Pro for mac, DAZ Cararra 7 pro, and illustrator. It is the first time I have ever generated 3D. I have a long way to go but it is a good start. http://www.daz3d.com
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« Reply #318 on: 06 Feb , 2013, 19:58 »
I had a little play with Blender. I found it hard, but I sure with a little time I would find it easier.

I can imagine trying to get the correct sizing and getting them to fit in 3D must be very hard, it hard enough to do in 2D.
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« Reply #319 on: 06 Feb , 2013, 20:09 »
Christopher, I was also going to say, a dream of my would be to build a Type VIIC with software like SolidWorks. A fully working 3D U-boat simulation ;D
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« Reply #320 on: 06 Feb , 2013, 20:19 »
Simon - You keep working on your "Spaggetti", I will work on the sausages, and we will meet in the middle! Given that neither of us has hands on the boat, I think we are doing pretty good so far...
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« Reply #321 on: 07 Feb , 2013, 01:42 »
Christopher.
I am impressed and amazed what you are able to do.
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« Reply #322 on: 07 Feb , 2013, 03:00 »
Christopher,


can't believe my eyes... Really impressive and great work!


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« Reply #323 on: 07 Feb , 2013, 04:47 »
Thanks Gentlemen! I am really looking at the forward compartment. I have a long way to go, but I feel if I keep up this aspect of the 3D drawing, I will be able to return to my real build and understand it better. I will post pics as I go, and as usual if there are any observations I am missing, please feel free to educate me!
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« Reply #324 on: 07 Feb , 2013, 08:03 »
The dark arts of plasticard ;D

AMAZING WORK!!! i'm just blown away by the attention to detail.
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« Reply #325 on: 07 Feb , 2013, 10:52 »
I am working on fixture pads for the rohr. anyone have any hi def pics?
I have one, showing a swap out but I am not sure which boat it belongs to... a type IXc I believe. have to check...
Christopher
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« Reply #326 on: 17 Feb , 2013, 20:36 »
Gentlemen:
Here is some more progress on my 3D drawing. I am finding the placement of items by comparing my model to as many photographs as I can, and adjusting as needed until I get the fit to be as right as possible. I have found that the drain, for instance, sits farther aft than suspected. Where I have it now also fits the slots in the between-tube decking from known drawings.
This is challenging, but rewarding. B-) I am learning what this software can do - and what I wish it could do!
Christopher







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« Reply #327 on: 18 Feb , 2013, 04:04 »
Christopher.
I am just repeating my shelf amazing! However it is not only the software which would be rubbish if the input was not right. Well done.
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« Reply #328 on: 23 Feb , 2013, 11:50 »
Good Morning Chaps!
Worked on the Breech caps a bit. Does any one know what the embossed letters in the casting on the breech caps, and on the inboard side of the torpedo tubes says? I know there is a hundred layers of paint over them, but I find it difficult to make out.
Also, some tubes have oval data plates on the top front, others have round ones. Is that indicative of different shipyards/manufacturers? U-995 used to wear oval plates.
Christopher








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Re: VIIC "On the Ways"
« Reply #329 on: 23 Feb , 2013, 12:10 »
They look like serial numbers ???

Tube I
08        02

Tube II
500 2007 50 1
 
Tube III
     3707 15
 
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