So, I've finally found some time to work on models. I told myself I'd be continuing with my 32" Falcon. But since I am waiting on a Plastruct order for it, it is on hold for now.
In the meantime, I decided to continue research on my TIE wings. Rob, (dsp5500) kinda nudged me to use Rhino for cad drawing. I'd been having a tough time using AutoCAD. Anyway, so for the past 6 hours I forced myself to learn Rhino. Here is my progress so far. I'm building all the plain surfaces, including the different Plastruct beams.
Below is my first 3D drawing ever! I'm quickly realizing the power of such a tool. See, I like saving money where I can. This way I can study things before I make my cuts.
The first thing I tested was figuring out the height of the raised center hub. It took about 30 minutes and I had the height measurements and templates for the side walls. I'm happy to say that all the kit parts fit perfectly in them!
Please excuse my enthusiasm! I literally needed to rip myself away from my PC before I pulled an all-nighter!
NOTE: I did not create the original specs, they were given to me, so I can't share them. I just created the 3D model from them. I did scratch build the H-Beams and the solid 3/16" beams on top of the wing stars, though! That was all me! :happy
Joe
In the meantime, I decided to continue research on my TIE wings. Rob, (dsp5500) kinda nudged me to use Rhino for cad drawing. I'd been having a tough time using AutoCAD. Anyway, so for the past 6 hours I forced myself to learn Rhino. Here is my progress so far. I'm building all the plain surfaces, including the different Plastruct beams.
Below is my first 3D drawing ever! I'm quickly realizing the power of such a tool. See, I like saving money where I can. This way I can study things before I make my cuts.
The first thing I tested was figuring out the height of the raised center hub. It took about 30 minutes and I had the height measurements and templates for the side walls. I'm happy to say that all the kit parts fit perfectly in them!
Please excuse my enthusiasm! I literally needed to rip myself away from my PC before I pulled an all-nighter!
NOTE: I did not create the original specs, they were given to me, so I can't share them. I just created the 3D model from them. I did scratch build the H-Beams and the solid 3/16" beams on top of the wing stars, though! That was all me! :happy
Joe