Lunokhod 2 Posted August 17, 2015 Author Share Posted August 17, 2015 Today is a milestone in the construction of the first available plastic model of the 1/32 Lunar Module. I completed the construction of the ascent stage mid-section interior. To be honest when I started this project I didn't know much about 3D modelling and I was not certain the level of precision was compatible with 3D printing. I was successful in modelling the entire LM as far as the outside parts are concerned. For the interior the tiny knobs and switches are really at the limit of what a 3D printer can do today. The mid-section looks very nice at this scale and I am confident that I will manage to design the interior for the forward section. I really expect to complete the design job before the end of the year. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
crackerjazz Posted August 17, 2015 Share Posted August 17, 2015 Beautiful job, Vincent! Yes I'm impressed with the level of detail they can print nowadays. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Youngtiger1 Posted August 18, 2015 Share Posted August 18, 2015 Simply amazing Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lunokhod 2 Posted August 31, 2015 Author Share Posted August 31, 2015 Thermal covering for the mid-section ascent stage is now complete. It will be time to build the external details like antennas and rendez-vous target before going back to 3D modeling and complete the interior of the forward section. In the mean time I also rearrange my web site for the descent stage section; instead of enumerating the parts needed for the construction of the model I insertEd a picture of the part. See G mission descent stage and J mission descent stage. Here are a few pictures of the thermal panels covering on the ascent stage: Vincent http://spacemodels.nuxit.net Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ApolloMan Posted August 31, 2015 Share Posted August 31, 2015 This is awesome, What is that colour your using? The green/grey I mean Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lunokhod 2 Posted August 31, 2015 Author Share Posted August 31, 2015 The RGB code is 163 170 140 as in the following image from Paul Fjeld web site Quote Link to post Share on other sites
crackerjazz Posted August 31, 2015 Share Posted August 31, 2015 Beautiful shots, Vincent! :) Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ApolloMan Posted September 1, 2015 Share Posted September 1, 2015 Thanks for the info, I'll be watching this thread very closely, Good luck and great work. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ApolloMan Posted September 1, 2015 Share Posted September 1, 2015 Thanks for the info, I'll be watching this thread very closely, Good luck and great work. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lunokhod 2 Posted September 10, 2015 Author Share Posted September 10, 2015 First set of details around the ascent stage mid-section with the S-band antenna. The orientation was set for LM-5 on the Moon. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
johnlove_mk_II Posted September 10, 2015 Share Posted September 10, 2015 Wow, the S-band looks amazing! Great work Vincent. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
crackerjazz Posted September 10, 2015 Share Posted September 10, 2015 Beautiful work, Vincent! I can't quite put my finger on it but there's a certain quality about your work that sets it apart. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
K2Pete Posted September 11, 2015 Share Posted September 11, 2015 Beautiful work, Vincent! I can't quite put my finger on it but there's a certain quality about your work that sets it apart. I agree ... it has a unique, uber-accurate quality ... truly eye-candy!! Pete Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lunokhod 2 Posted September 21, 2015 Author Share Posted September 21, 2015 Rendezvous target and VHF antennas done. Vincent http://spacemodels.nuxit.net Quote Link to post Share on other sites
crackerjazz Posted September 21, 2015 Share Posted September 21, 2015 Excellent update, Vincent! Mind if I ask what material/brand you used for the docking tunnel? Lately I purchased some bare-metal foil for the coffin but I didn't know it was so thin that it just captures all surface irregularities. And the pin-mark rivets all but disappear after burnishing. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lunokhod 2 Posted September 21, 2015 Author Share Posted September 21, 2015 (edited) I used adhesive aluminium that is sold in small rolls (about 2" wide I would say). The aluminium paper is quite stiff so the rivets will remain visible. I used it for the tunnel but also all for all aluminium panels. You can find it in DIY shops (at least this is where I found it in France). It looks like the picture below. I used the same kind of aluminium paper for the coffin on my 1/24 and it worked quite well. Vincent http://spacemodels.nuxit.net Edited September 21, 2015 by Lunokhod 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
crackerjazz Posted September 21, 2015 Share Posted September 21, 2015 Awesome, Vincent, thanks for info! Your 1/24 still takes my breath away. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lunokhod 2 Posted October 9, 2015 Author Share Posted October 9, 2015 I just completed the ascent stage mid-section. Now I will concentrate my efforts on the design of the forward section interior. The following pictures show you the work in progress, the forward wall with panels 5 & 6 is well advanced and I expect to complete all parts before the end of this year. The full construction of the mid-section is available here : http://spacemodels.nuxit.net/1-32%20LM%20AS/Ascent%20stage.htm#Step%202B Quote Link to post Share on other sites
niart17 Posted October 9, 2015 Share Posted October 9, 2015 WOW! Really great work! Your CAD work as well as general model building is a true inspiration. Can't wait to see this thing completed...Although we really have already seen it completed...when it flew in space! Bill Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lunokhod 2 Posted December 11, 2015 Author Share Posted December 11, 2015 Dear friends I just completed all parts for my 1/32 Lunar Module in 3 D. All parts are now available on Shapeways and I uploaded today the first instructions on my web site for the forward section interior. It has been a long way since I started in February 2014 almost 2 years ago. I still have a few things to do like the control panel decals but this will be done along the final assembly of the model. I will now try to design a lunar base for LM-5 with the correct roll, pitch and yaw plus a pole to support the 1/32 CSM and I would like to add some parts to the LRV to have a fully functional one and not just the one at the moment of LRV extraction as it is now. Most of the parts are more or less already done since there are parts of the LRV pallets or the MESA but they need to be adapted somehow (rear pallets are already available). Note the LM is also available in the 1/24 and 1/16 scales 1/32 LM page : http://spacemodels.nuxit.net/1-32%20LM/index.htm Shapeways store : https://www.shapeways.com/shops/spacemodels Quote Link to post Share on other sites
crackerjazz Posted December 12, 2015 Share Posted December 12, 2015 A most beautiful thing!!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
K5054NZ Posted December 14, 2015 Share Posted December 14, 2015 What he said. Just stunningly beautiful craftsmanship. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lunokhod 2 Posted February 1, 2016 Author Share Posted February 1, 2016 I am starting to build the interior of the forward section. This will be the penultimate step before finishing the models with the exterior of the forward section. Here it is in pictures : Checking if all parts fit properly, that's the case Main windows assembly The front wall is inserted inside the forward section structure Rendezvous window assembly Roof padding and periscope assembly 16 mm camera and Crewman Optical Alignment Sight (COAS) Assembly of panels 1, 2, 3 and 4 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
crackerjazz Posted February 1, 2016 Share Posted February 1, 2016 Hi Vincent, stunning job! :) Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ApolloMan Posted February 2, 2016 Share Posted February 2, 2016 Please tell me you are not glueing this to the main body? Having it slot on and off would be awesome. Shame to hide all that great detail. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.