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Old 06-03-2014, 01:01 AM
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A tip...

I don't like the pointy tip in the middle of a dome or rounded nose cone.
So I started using a two-piece part to finish the center of the dome parts.
And the part is much easier to smooth out
and you can shape it into a nice curved surface.

I think it makes for a better looking nosecone or domed part.

Just an idea for you.
That looks like a good idea Dave. Mind if I borrow it too?
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Old 06-03-2014, 06:03 AM
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A tip...

I don't like the pointy tip in the middle of a dome or rounded nose cone.
So I started using a two-piece part to finish the center of the dome parts.
And the part is much easier to smooth out
and you can shape it into a nice curved surface.

I think it makes for a better looking nosecone or domed part.

Just an idea for you.
From my perspective - it's better to use petal-technique on such parts. Even something goes wrong - you always able to sand in and paint then.
Like this: http://journals.ru/attach/279/27841/1071988.jpg
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Old 06-03-2014, 06:43 AM
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Necroscope...many choices, many preferences.

I, personally, HATE petal domes.
I find them too difficult to assemble cleanly and I really don't like the seams.
And if I had to finish a part with sanding/putty/paint...then I would rather rebuild in a different way.
My paper models never have putty or paint* on them.
(*other than some edge colouring or minor touchups)
That's my preferences.
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yeah I have used the petal dome in a few of my designs and my preference is that they work best for small domes and if you need to make a lot of them because they are faster to cut out and glue together. like with the soldier figurine's heads and helmet's that I've made.
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news update

Hello all,
Summer has been busy with work and other events. but I've been working on the C-5 when I can. I have gotten the two decks drawn out. the lower part of the fuselage from the wings to the tail is done. next I'll work on the top of the fuselage and forward to the nose, then on to the wings.



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Old 08-25-2014, 09:27 AM
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Yay! Progress! Glad to see this project is still alive. Keep up the good work and update us when you can.
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