OBDF 311 Project 1 - Update #2

Design updates from last model:

I decided that the horns and scales of the dragon should just be part of the backing to simplify the process of adding those attachments. I figured that there will be some waste due to the odd shape of the backing anyways and that it would use up less material than trying to bend those curves considering it is not meant to be usable shelf space. The outlines are caused by an engraving in the center parts of the horns and the center of the back spikes. (The outline was offset and then engraved about 1/3 of the material deep.)

Note: the color here is just for display purposes because I found that using the "white paint" didn't provide enough contrast between background and object

I was thinking of making a 1/3 scale mock-up using cheap 1/4in plywood. Before I buy it. I want to check out the size of the small scale CNC machine in the thing tank so I know the dimensions I would need to cut a large sheet into. (If I buy my supplies at home depot, they will be able to cut it for me there which will be much easier to carry on public transit.)






In terms of finishing the model, I need to incorporate the kerfs for the side pieces and test it out on the small CNC machine in the Thing Tank. I'm not modeling these in quite yet because theoretically they may be different between the mock-up and the large scale. (I imagine that the maquette would need less cuts for the plywood to bend).


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