Interstellar Endurance

[nando]

After starting and then hanging out a model of UHU02 (see uhu02's Orion III), I decided to try again with something simpler, or at least I hope so.

So I started to build the model of the starship protagonist of the movie Interstellar, the Endurance designed by UHU02.

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To complicate my life, however, I decided to use, for the first time, a product to protect the colors and to "laminate" the paper and make it more resistant. This of course has led to some adjustments in how I normally cut and bend the parts, and the choice of a more suitable glue (vinyl glue).

I then decided to strictly follow the assembly sequence suggested by the designer, hoping to avoid errors and omissions in a model that is not very simple.

I then started with the realization of the individual modules that make up the ring, also following the suggestions to make the surface more three-dimensional.

[Wad Cutter]

Simply??? wc

[Rhaven Blaack]

There is quite a bit of greebling potential in this model. I am looking forward to seeing all that you do with this model! I will be watching this thread closely!!!
I wish you the very best of luck with it!

[nando]

@Wad Cutter: relatively simple, I mean that there are many similar elements and not very complicated geometry. Then every UHU02 project is never simple and requires attention and experience. After a first taste I wanted to start from a model that I think is more within my reach, I hope.

@Rhaven Blaack: I agree that the model has great greebling potential, but as I said I already wanted to experiment with new materials and techniques, so I'll stick to the improvements suggested by the designer.

Best, Nando

[nando]

The work on the model is actually already quite ahead, because, after many false departures, I prefer to be sure I can carry it out, before publishing my work.

So below the work on the various modules.







Just a note: I could not use the method proposed by the designer to glue the particular 2 + 1a into the module. So I preferred to use two tabs inside.

[dhanners]

Good build so far. The ship is a fascinating design, although there are aspects of it that don't make a lot of practical sense.

Between the "simple" design and Uhu02's inclusion of virtually every detail, I'm not sure there's a lot of potential for (or need for) "greebling." It wasn't a very greebly spacecraft.

[Rhaven Blaack]

The modules looks GREAT!!!

[Tonino]

Nice start Nando! I was waiting for this build thread.
Now I can follow you more closely.
Great build so far!

[nando]

The first engine module





Following the other three





All modules completed, next the connection tunnel



Best, Nando

[Wad Cutter]

Nando, I've been ill with a severe stomach problems for over 5 months. It's been hard to sit down at the PC for any period of time. I had to make many corrections in my diet and because of this I've been away from my modeling table for several months. Way to many. I've noticed I had a few other problems to over come as well. I'll never give up modeling, it's the best thing to happen to me and being a member of the forum is right up there too. So much kind help and friendly people. What more then a better stomach could a guy ask for. I'll be keeping a eye on the build and I hope one day you come back to do a step by step on the Orion III to it's end. Thank you. wc