WW1 Kongo superstructure

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  1. Xanthar

    Xanthar Well-Known Member

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    I made some progress working on the superstructure for my Kongo.
    C&CC Welcome : )
     

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    3D structure looks great! Do you plan on posting the file?
     
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    Maybe... I'm not happy with it, yet. I'm guessing it's got enough detail for battling though?
     
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    The future of printed ships there every were
     
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    Looks like you have an extra platform on the forward tripod. Some of the small features on the first level look unnecessary. Stacks could use some pizzazz at the top. I would verify that the forward first level mates up with standard PVC/ABS pipe diameters for the barb. Finally, I don't see the upper yardarm, I'll assume its just above the screenshot frame
     
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    If you post it I know I will be happy! Simple superstructure and my plan is to print it thin, let it get blown off and easily replace it. BATTLE BATTLE BATTLE!!!
     
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    I can't really decide which way to go : Kongo or Hiei? Anyway, some more progress was made. I can probably start printing parts of it soon.
     

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    I'm pretty happy with the funnels so far.
     

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    Mold it in polyurethane rubber , dye it 18% gray done.
     
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    I'm currently printing the Aft funnel to see how it comes out.
    I'm thinking that the foremost funnel would make a good floater to find the ship when sunk and that the other two should hollow, self draining, and attached with wood screws for easy replacement. Feedback, from Kongo captains, would be appreciated.
     
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    The Funnels came out well. Onto the deck houses : )

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    What no rivets?

    Just kidding, beautiful!
     
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    What design software are you using?
     
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    OpenSCAD
     
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    I spent some time on the Forward Deck House this weekend.
    The railings on the bridge roof may not survive long but, I wanted to see how well they'd print.
    I'm pretty happy with the result : )
    kongo-ww1-Fwd-Deckhouse.jpg
    PS. The turret is a temporary stand-in I need to finish mine up..
     
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    I made some progress getting the laser cut files for the decks integrated into the assembly.
    I hope to finish those and have parts cut soon.

    PS. Next up are casemate repair parts that would blend into the hull and the deck.
     

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    Panzer Iron Dog Shipwerks and CiderHaus

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    Ive always known, im a little strange, but there is something about the look of the layout of a WWI battlecruiser that appeals to me... Very nice work and thanks for sharing the journey.
     
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    Having battled 4 Nats in Von der Tann, and 4 in VU, I agree. they do have an appealing look. This 3DP looks very nice.
     
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    Thanks, Nate : ) I sent off a few pieces to be laser cut last week but, I need some motivation to get back to this.
     
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    How's progress?
    your plan looks very good.
    The previous comments bring up an interesting thought to me. with a superstructure like this - i.e., low to the deck - weight is not a big issue. you can print light , standard, or heavy and in a strong filament like PETG and it will all work. by the same token, for durability, using 3DP to prototype and make a master , then make an RTV mold and make a molded product in a soft or foamy rubber compound makes for the most long lived product. Since you are making just a ship for yourself and can print replacement bits as needed, print and use is probably the way to go. If you were making a small fleet for a group of friends or a manufacturer thinking of making 10 or more parts, I suspect the make a mold option is better from a cost and time standpoint.
    bottom line. there is no right answer, just options , personal taste, and your desire to show something can be done a certain way. So get it put together and put it on the water and let's have fun battling. hope to see you at a battle soon.

    2. How did you decide to install the laser cut subdeck? E6000 or epoxy?