Once the high-poly model is ready, it needs to be prepped for 3D printing. I’m starting with the most important part: the running gear (chassis). I decided to make a rather large model, specifically in 1/8 scale. I’m doing this so it’s comfortable to work with the mechanics, and so the primary screw size is […]
I’m starting work on a new, major (at least for me personally) project. It’s the Termit 2.0 unmanned ground vehicle (UGV). The main challenge of this project won’t be the 3D modeling itself, but rather the attempt to create a 3D-printable model with fully functional, moving parts. But let’s take it one step at a time…
I briefly covered the key points that came up while creating the instrument panel for the MH-6J Little Bird cockpit.
This is video about baking textures in Marmoset Toolbag 4, and organizing the scene in Blender.
This video is about how I did the retopo and UV mapping for my helicopter model in just 11 hours.
Finished the high-poly fuselage exterior.
Finalized the basic fuselage shapes. Adding details…
Starting Work on the Fuselage: ImageModeler and Camera Match in Blender I’m gathering photos from various angles to use in ImageModeler. After many attempts, I’ve concluded that it’s better to use a minimal number of photographs. Currently, I’m using photos of a variant that isn’t exactly the one I need, so I’m working with what’s […]
Finishing the MH-6J Main Rotor Base Mesh I’ve reached the most complex part of the rotor. There are no photos of the individual components, and I lack a precise understanding of the assembly. However, I’ve tried my best to figure it out. Fortunately, I have a photo of one key component. That’s where I’m starting… […]
A Tale of Image Modeler and Two Blenders… I didn’t get a lot done today because much of the time went into figuring out a workflow for photo-based 3D modeling. First, I finished the basic mesh (the blocking) of the main rotor hub component I started working on in the previous post. At this stage […]
