Neo Phyte
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Post by Neo Phyte on Jun 18, 2018 4:36:43 GMT -5
While cleaning house I came across a pair of sunglasses I found on the beach so time ago. They have polarized lenses. Decided to use them on the ADLIB-1. Will have the lenses operated via a servo mechanism. Not exactly sure by what sensors to trigger the servo. Perhaps via a Light Dependent Resistor (LDR) which will signal the servo to rotate according to the level of surrounding light. Or via Ultrasonics where the lens rotates as one gets closer to the vessel's main window (lenses).
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Post by Neo Phyte on Jun 27, 2018 23:13:20 GMT -5
Decided to use ultrasonics to determine observer distance, at close range, to the window. As observer approaches to find what they can see through the darkened window, the bottom lens rotates to allow more light to enter. As the window opens, this may surprise the observer; as if ADLIB-1 has a curious nature too. As observer pulls away, the window will return to a darkened state. The change of window shade will be instant, not slow like transition/ photochromic lenses.
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Post by Neo Phyte on Jun 27, 2018 23:28:43 GMT -5
Another optical device found from junk bits is a door security peephole. This has a fish-eye lens. It can capture items at very close range. Will attach the peephole to the hull. What is behind the hull, to be seen, will be hidden in a box. Curiousity may invite the observer to have a look into the peephole. What is to be seen will be unexpected , and will dramatically shift their previous perception of the ADLIB-1 . What will be seen? My lips are sealed until the model is finished .
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Post by dierk on Jun 28, 2018 3:09:41 GMT -5
Excellent stuff!
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Post by moramarth on Jun 28, 2018 3:20:18 GMT -5
I'm not saying interactive elements haven't been used in dioramas before, but I can recall only one example offhand. By including more than one such feature in a model I believe you are raising the game to a new level. I wonder if the peephole may require some form of cue to attract an observers attention?
Bravo!
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Post by Neo Phyte on Jun 28, 2018 3:54:54 GMT -5
I'm not saying interactive elements haven't been used in dioramas before, but I can recall only one example offhand. By including more than one such feature in a model I believe you are raising the game to a new level. I wonder if the peephole may require some form of cue to attract an observers attention?
Bravo!
M
Thanks M for your input. Your 'cue' idea, that has been on my mind. Considering that most of the viewing angle of the ADLIB-1 ship is exposed, the box will be seen (I envision it as a dark coloured box - can't miss it). The only way to know what is in the box is to look through the peephole. This diorama which has an interactive element to it: modelerssocialclub.proboards.com/thread/12105/lift-span-bridgeWhich, by the way, I will be returning to very soon.
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Post by moramarth on Jun 28, 2018 13:06:16 GMT -5
I wasn't discounting your fine work on the bridge, it's just when I think "diorama" I'm not usually thinking of anything on that scale! I've met big museum exhibits (some interactive) before, it's just when I think of scale modelling dioramas it's more something one can fit in the front room without rearranging the furniture rather than something the Chapman brothers might churn out:
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Post by Neo Phyte on Jun 28, 2018 16:16:28 GMT -5
moramarth , I am not used to seeing them also. The museum can have its display, with the other displays, in a huge hanger type building. The ADLIB-1 stays at home, for me to play with. It ought not to be larger than 1 x 0.4 m (3 x 1.3 feet). Just big enough to fit on top of a cabinet. I like the idea of interaction. It invites others to be part of the model. So far, the ADLIB-1 will only have a few minor interactions. I like interactions which are subtle yet thought provoking. I am still learning how to create them. Many models require a level of time to look at, to see what is not normally seen. The interaction from the observer is their curiosity and patience. Like being rewarded for noticing the interplay between the model's figurines, and seeing the scene unfolding into something else because of it. Dioramas are the stage for such scenes and interactions. Just thought of another interaction. There are models which are placed before a mirror so the back can be seen. The interaction is to peruse around the mirror's surface to explore what is hidden. It is not much more interactive than looking into a peephole. So, there are different levels of interaction, though it is a subject, as far as I know, rarely discussed on a forum. Museums today are focusing more on how to have there displays interactive. iPad/Tablet kiosk stands (for example) are now common in larger museums. They provide access to the history, etc., of what the exhibit/model is about. Soon they will be so cheap to buy, every modeller will be able to afford to have their model with an interactive touch-screen. It's the way to go. I have seen models turn up at the museum, scratch-built by a deceased person, and the family members had no idea what the model was about.
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Post by Neo Phyte on Jun 29, 2018 22:13:04 GMT -5
Guess what. I am as sick as a dog. Aching all over and cannot get warm. I will make like a dog and sleep in the sun. Will be signing off for a while. Cheers.
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Post by moramarth on Jun 30, 2018 3:40:44 GMT -5
Sounds really nasty - I hope you have sought a medical assessment rather than just self-medicated; something I've been guilty of in the past... =
Get Well Soon!
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Post by Neo Phyte on Jul 1, 2018 0:53:46 GMT -5
Sounds really nasty - I hope you have sought a medical assessment rather than just self-medicated; something I've been guilty of in the past... =
Get Well Soon!
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Thanks M. Your use of Smileys made my laugh. Fever broke mid morning. The internal war was won by the body. Virus/infection killed. Body is recovering its losses for next time. Taking it easy today. Modelling is a good pastime when sick.
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Post by Neo Phyte on Jul 1, 2018 0:57:15 GMT -5
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Post by Leon on Jul 1, 2018 4:31:54 GMT -5
Glad to hear your feeling better Neo! Nice progress on the interior bits.
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Post by Neo Phyte on Jul 1, 2018 6:18:24 GMT -5
Glad to hear your feeling better Neo! Nice progress on the interior bits. Thanks. After I stopped shivering, I sat down at the work desk and played with card, ink, paint, etc. Some parts of modelling does not ask too much from me when I am sick. If time is the healer, then modelling passes time.
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Post by joelsmith on Jul 1, 2018 13:31:23 GMT -5
Get well soon Neo! Looking forward to your next installment on both the bridge and the spacecraft!
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Post by Neo Phyte on Jul 5, 2018 2:12:21 GMT -5
Some ideas for the computer room. I think my doodles ought to be self explanatory.
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Post by Leon on Jul 5, 2018 4:41:56 GMT -5
Now that's a cool idea! i like it.
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Post by joelsmith on Jul 5, 2018 8:07:37 GMT -5
Well Played Sir! Looking forward to the finished product!
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Post by Neo Phyte on Jul 6, 2018 4:11:02 GMT -5
Well Played Sir! Looking forward to the finished product! Me too.
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Post by Neo Phyte on Jul 6, 2018 4:13:28 GMT -5
I put the figurines in their chairs and the chairs to the console.
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Post by wbill76 on Jul 9, 2018 10:29:14 GMT -5
I like the glitter tube! Has that 1960's 'futuristic' vibe to it.
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