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I purchased, as part of my modelling efforts, a series of anatomically
correct mannequins. They're about two inches to the foot, so a twelve
inch high figure is equivalent to six feet. The joints appear in all
the right places as measured against a human figure - me. They also bend
naturally. I was fortunate to find them at $10 CDN each.
They also have really cool uniforms. Seriously, making models, scale
and life-size, can't be overstated. Cardboard, poster board, wood, metal,
copper pipe - whatever works.
Rick in Vancouver
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Sent: Saturday, November 28, 2009 8:25
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Subject: Re: [PSUBS-MAILIST] Working
subs
I know evolution as apposed to design doesn't sound too good, but it
suits what I'm
trying to acheive.
Hi Alan. Evolution of design is the best approach. You have a full size
mock-up ? Another great idea. It worked well for me. I made a lot of serious
changes to the design after making mock-ups. After I zeroed in on the hull
design I made models too. About 1/10th scale and used them to experiment with
different ballast tank designs, water flow, weight distribution, balance,
etc.
That was a really fun part of the process. Sitting inside the
mock-ups and imagining where the windows would go, how the controls would
function, where all the stuff would sit, how seating would be arranged etc.
It's been a multi-year process and a LOT of fun. Looking forward to
seeing yours as it evolves.
Frank D.
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