Dalek "2005"

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This is a first look at one of several skins for my RPi Box, featuring the almost-finished 1963 Tardis model. THIS IS A WORK IN PROGRESS. The SCAD program and uploaded STL will create a "2005" based Dalek that stands approximately 6.5 inches tall. As it currently stands, this is more of a sculpture than a functional model. In the coming month, I plan to complete scaling changes to allow for printing at twice normal size with interior space measuring at least 70mm x 70mm and 100mm in height, along with wiring space for a RPi-B+ SBC as well as multiple drives and a powered USB hub to power and connect them together. If you're interested in the model's direction, I've set up the skirt to be printed either entirely in one go or via "spikes", followed by printing a pyramid and then attaching 56 bumps and coins using glue. This allows for a multicolored skirt option. Remember to remove the supports from the neck rings; I use a small pair of needle-nose pliers to pull each support out with a light twist, followed by cutting at the notch to completely remove the support rings. All mounts are designed around #4 3/8" or 1/2" screws, even up to 3/4". These Flat Head Philips (Sheet) Metal Screws with an 82-degree V head help center the screw. Additionally, be mindful of fine connection threads on the mounts and pins, as these may require more supports; since I use a cold bed 3D printer, I find that clipping these helps a lot. The OpenSCAD software is set up to create both independent body parts (dome, neck, shoulders, skirt, and base) as well as joined parts like the skirt and base. It also generates its own support structures, depending on the joins in use. You can choose to turn off these supports if you prefer to use your slicer's supports instead. WARNING: I use Repetier and some of these STL files are flagged as "Not a manifold," although OpenSCAD and meshmixer do not find any errors. I believe this issue is related to the number and size of small objects, given that this model is planned to be scaled as needed. To resolve this, I simply click the fix button, and Repetier software is happy with it.