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I'm finding that out now. I found that Gorilla Glue was probably my
best bet - unless I wanted to keep making batches of 5-minute epoxy.
The scale human figures are invaluable. You find out right away what
works in terms of ergonomicas, fit, points of view, etc. It's
enlightening.
What materials did you use for your models?
Rick
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Sent: Sunday, November 29, 2009 11:30
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Subject: RE: [PSUBS-MAILIST] Working
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Actually Rick, I benefited immensely
by making some models at the begining stages of my sub design. Even with
the actual methods of construction I found that in order to make a sturdy
model you needed to think about these things even on a small scale. Also
when I was trying to come up with a over all "look" for my sub the term "form
follows function" was a guiding format for me.
Brian
Ya - the doctor said cutting paper dolls was too dangerous
:-D
Rick
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Sent: Sunday, November 29, 2009 6:30
AM
Subject: RE: [PSUBS-MAILIST] Working
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Rick, Am I to understand that you are
playing with barbie dolls now?
brian
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 AM
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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