Thanks again for the input guys.
Just an update:
I have been working with Shapeways on the subject of manufacturability lately, and specifically the subject that Tall Paul is referring to. The problem I’m having is that some materials (some that people might want, like gray plastic or steel) have different “smallest feature” values, so are giving me errors on upload. I need to figure out if these errors are going to be a problem in production. I’ve thought of maybe increasing the overall scale of the cities, but this doesn’t seem to be fixing it. I’ll keep everyone updated as I figure things out.
Right now, I’m munching on some sourdough for some inspiration for my next piece… :wink:
Thanks again for the input guys.
Just an update:
I have been working with Shapeways on the subject of manufacturability lately, and specifically the subject that Tall Paul is referring to. The problem I’m having is that some materials (some that people might want, like gray plastic or steel) have different “smallest feature” values, so are giving me errors on upload. I need to figure out if these errors are going to be a problem in production. I’ve thought of maybe increasing the overall scale of the cities, but this doesn’t seem to be fixing it. I’ll keep everyone updated as I figure things out.Right now, I’m munching on some sourdough for some inspiration for my next piece… :wink:
Thanks Ossel for the update. I hope you figure it out. This would be sad if you couldn’t produce these because of the quality of material. Good luck to you. :-)
ossel & others,
Thanks again for the input guys.
Just an update:
I have been working with Shapeways on the subject of manufacturability lately, and specifically the subject that Tall Paul is referring to. The problem I’m having is that some materials (some that people might want, like gray plastic or steel) have different “smallest feature” values, so are giving me errors on upload. I need to figure out if these errors are going to be a problem in production. I’ve thought of maybe increasing the overall scale of the cities, but this doesn’t seem to be fixing it. I’ll keep everyone updated as I figure things out.
––So far I’ve bought about two dozen different designs from Shapeways and I thought I pass along what worked and IMHO looked the best as far as “materials” that are available.
Let’s use the HBG Minor Factories as an example. For a package of twelve(12) you can get them in the following “material” versions with different levels of detail and price. A link is provided below.
http://www.shapeways.com/model/1085367/minorfactory-x12.html?li=shop-results&materialld=62
(1.) POLISHED STRONG & FLEXIBLE PLASTIC-White
“White Nylon plastic polished to reveal a smooth matte finish” for $11.95
(2.) DETAIL PLASTIC: FROSTED DETAIL
“Matte translucent plastic with fine print lines that reveals small details” for $19.95
(3.) DETAIL PLASTIC: FROSTED ULTRA DETAIL
“Matte translucent plastic that showcases fine and intricate details” for $24.95
––I truly prefer option #3 above as the details are truly AMAZING! I mean you can see and feel the individual rivits on the aircraft wings,…wow!
----And speaking of the HBG Minor Factories I should have pics of the ones that “Allworkandnoclay” should have finished by this weekend.
----I can’t give you any advice on any of the metal materials available as I haven’t ordered any yet. I believe that I would prefer my “City Markers” to be made in Detail Plastic: Frosted Ultra Detail as they don’t need the extra weight and they should be easier to paint if they were plastic also.
––Please continue this very interesting project as I want to buy a complete set.
––Also, as far as delineating the differences between the Capitol cities and the Victory Point cities, I plan on having a small flag flying on the Capital cities.
Tall Paul
Happy Friday Everyone!
SAN FRANCISCO!!
Another great marker added to the collection! Very nice!
Ossel,
––Great Job on the San Francisco City Marker,….well done!
Tall Paul
Guys,
––I’m NOT someone who usually asks “WHEN”, or acts like a cheeleader with projects, but:
I’m really getting excited about this project!
––As I’ve already experienced the awesome detail that is produced on some Shapeways units and the amazing artwork that ossel is producing,….these City Markers" will really be worth having!
Tall Paul
Just an update, I’ve been hard at work on the next marker, but unfortunately/fortunately my actual work work has gotten busier too, so I haven’t been able to produce at quite the rate I was before. I am still chipping away, and I hope to have another one to share with you guys this afternoon!
Ok, here’s Warsaw!
I ended up using the Carmelite Church of Warsaw as CWO Marc suggested (as seen here: http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/7/79/Warszawa_kościół_pokarmelicki.jpg).
ossel,
––Nice Work!, again Keep up the good work with whatever time you have available to do so. It’s paying off. It won’t be long until you’ve completed them all and wecan purchase a full set of 'em.
Tall Paul
Ok, here’s Warsaw!
I ended up using the Carmelite Church of Warsaw as CWO Marc suggested (as seen here: http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/7/79/Warszawa_kościół_pokarmelicki.jpg).
Wow, the Warsaw piece is cool. Can’t wait to see the next piece. :-)
Superb new marker! It turned out really well indeed. Thanks for this latest addition to the collection!
@CWO:
I don’t know if this is relevant, but we use two different colored flags for capital city control in Global games
I like your concept of having joint-nation flags (US/USSR and Japan/Germany), which are potentially usable in various ways, so for the fun of it I’ve just made a couple of them using a different design, based on the five major powers of the classic A&A games. One is a US/UK/USSR flag and one is a Germany/Japan flag. I’ve posted them below:
Wow, those are nice. I may upgrade mine to use yours, thanks.
Wow, those are nice. I may upgrade mine to use yours, thanks.
Feel free to do so. Making them was a fun little project, but if they can be put to actual use then so much the better. :-)
Guys,
––I’ve been quite busy of late. Is there any new “City Marker” news? IMHO this is not only an exciting but worthwhile project!
Tall Paul
@Tall:
Guys,
–-I’ve been quite busy of late. Is there any new “City Marker” news? IMHO this is not only an exciting but worthwhile project!
Tall PaulÂ
The latest information that I’m aware of dates back to May 16, when Ossel posted the Warsaw marker and said that he hasn’t been able to work on the markers as rapidly as was the case previously because is real-life work had gotten busier. I don’t know anything else at this point. Perhaps Ossel can give us an update.
I have been monitoring this thread as well. Ossel has blown my mind with his victory city renditions. I too hope we hear from him soon.
Hello All! Things have been fairly busy in my life lately; I usually model these pieces in my down time at work, and frankly there hasn’t been any!
That being said, I’m going to try and knock out the rest of these, as I am anxious to get them out to you guys (and admittedly I want a set for myself as well :-D).
As a reward for your patience, I give you…SHANGHAI!!
Thanks to all of you for your continued support and encouragement. I couldn’t even have gotten as far as I have without your interest and input.
Hello All! Things have been fairly busy in my life lately; I usually model these pieces in my down time at work, and frankly there hasn’t been any!
That being said, I’m going to try and knock out the rest of these, as I am anxious to get them out to you guys (and admittedly I want a set for myself as well :-D).
As a reward for your patience, I give you…SHANGHAI!!
Thanks to all of you for your continued support and encouragement. I couldn’t even have gotten as far as I have without your interest and input.
Ossel, that is one, sweet, looking piece. Very nice, my friend! Good to hear from you again. :-D
