Darth_Vader_Chest_Plate_Cut

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This is an upgraded design that eliminates the back panel, allowing for straps to be securely fastened around the body and neck. The chest plate has been modified to accommodate a battery pack and circuit board from Radio Shack's "The Mesmerizer" kit. This kit includes six 5mm LEDs (two red, two green, and two yellow), which I used exclusively along with an additional red LED purchased from Radio Shack. I carefully positioned the three openings for the lights, then hot glued them in place to create a visually striking effect. Print Settings: Printer Brand: Ultimaker Printer: Ultimaker 2 Rafts: Yes Supports: Yes Infill: 10% Post-Printing: The chest plate and side bars underwent significant modifications. I removed the supports from the chest plate, resulting in a more streamlined design. Design Process: I utilized Lightwave 3D Modeler to modify the original design. However, upon attempting to print the model, I encountered issues with the side bars, which were raised and floating due to poor slicing by the printers. To resolve this problem, I created separate files for the side bars, effectively redesigning them from scratch.