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« on: January 03, 2011, 10:07:31 PM » |
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Hey guys ! after observing General Grevious , i invented this : Its A solid ring , connected to a ring clamp (adjustable with the same allen key used to hold the Ultra Blades ) with a small ball bearing - allowing 360 degrees turns and spins , that mimiks the Grevious spiining effect . put on the midlle finger , it should provide a proper placement in the hand . Im currently on vacantion , so i dont have the materials to build this , but if anyone likes to it , i would love to see how it came out !
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« Reply #1 on: January 05, 2011, 11:27:07 AM » |
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I don't think this works with just your middle finger. I think there will be to much force for that. Perhaps something like a knuckle brace will work better for this. I really like the idea though. MTFBWY
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« Reply #2 on: January 05, 2011, 02:40:24 PM » |
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I don't think this works with just your middle finger. I think there will be to much force for that. Perhaps something like a knuckle brace will work better for this. I really like the idea though. MTFBWY
now that you mention the weight .... ( i cant compare i havent had a saber ever but youre right ... i will try to sketch a second version with a knukle brace But let us all admit it - General Grevious looked bad-ass when he was spinning them sabers
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« Reply #3 on: January 05, 2011, 02:53:54 PM » |
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Can you incorporate an electric motor into the design?
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« Reply #4 on: January 05, 2011, 04:37:04 PM » |
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Can you incorporate an electric motor into the design?
I certainly can . But with complete electric automation the wielder is going to face these issues : - saber could be only spun , not held ( the gap between the Knukle and the Clamp Ring woud be too big ) - the power consumption of such motor would be immense ( from what i understood , is that a dueling saber is not exactly "light'' ) - it will become a more bulky design , which would only add to the weight The main idea is to make it Practical as possible . So i came up with the following solution : So the wielder would be able to spin even half way , and grasp it in a reverse grip . Simple , inexpencive , practical
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« Reply #5 on: January 05, 2011, 05:32:24 PM » |
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Would it be impractical to design a third version to be used in a Grievous costume? I know this wasn't your intentional purpose for this, but it would be pretty cool for Halloween or costplay (forgive my spelling). If it works out, you may be able to sell it.
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Not as clumsy or random as a blaster. An elegannt weapon, for a more...civilized age.
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« Reply #6 on: January 05, 2011, 05:50:28 PM » |
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hehehe, we are going to take over the world with our new designs, muhahahahahaah
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« Reply #7 on: January 05, 2011, 05:54:38 PM » |
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Would it be impractical to design a third version to be used in a Grievous costume? I know this wasn't your intentional purpose for this, but it would be pretty cool for Halloween or costplay (forgive my spelling). If it works out, you may be able to sell it. You mean .... something like this ? courtesy of Hasbro
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« Reply #8 on: January 05, 2011, 06:01:29 PM » |
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Not quite. I was thinking using an adaptation of your design and build it into a Grievous costume, perhaps at the end of artificial arms so that the costume wearer's arms are free to hold two additional sabers.
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« Reply #9 on: January 05, 2011, 06:04:07 PM » |
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Not quite. I was thinking using an adaptation of your design and build it into a Grievous costume, perhaps at the end of artificial arms so that the costume wearer's arms are free to hold two additional sabers.
you just gave me an idea ... let me do some sketching ... ill get back to you
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« Reply #10 on: January 05, 2011, 07:14:02 PM » |
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well .. this is what i can do in a short notice : You need to build a custom aluminum frame , that goes around the body , which will be a cast for the support of the spinning arms . this is how it should look like built ( without resin sculpting and costmetic touches ) And this is the close up of the back right side , the left side is the same . If you have any questions about the design - ask . But i think if you attempted building anything before , then all would be quite simple . Oh , i forgot to write that when you place your bycicle pedal wheel ( or a stable circle made from metal ) make sure that the construction includes ball bearing , so the lifting of the arms would be smooth .
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« Reply #11 on: January 05, 2011, 07:16:53 PM » |
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Seems like quiet the build, If you undertake this task please keep us updated
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« Reply #12 on: January 07, 2011, 03:36:50 PM » |
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looks nice ow and i do think grievous was badass spinning them sabers around. Ye olde cyborg general was one of the most awesome characters in ye olde prequels.
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« Reply #13 on: January 07, 2011, 03:42:55 PM » |
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Seems like quiet the build, If you undertake this task please keep us updated
i dont think i will have the resources ... but anyone else is welcome to try - if they need me for some help i will be glad to provide
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« Reply #14 on: January 11, 2011, 02:38:38 AM » |
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It was about 8 feet, and it weighed about 80 lbs. Wore it for a parade, and we actually placed for it. Still has some kinks in it, including adding the extra arms, putting better detail, and making it a little easier to carry.
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