Integration of 3D Modeling and Printing into Wooden Ship Model Construction (HMS Victory)

[serikoff]

Despite the skepticism surrounding 3D-printed parts—some consider them inauthentic and not canonical since they're not made of wood or metal—I hold a slightly different opinion. If printed parts look good and are well-painted, does it really matter what lies beneath the paint? If this process can simplify or speed up production, why not take advantage of it? I've always been intrigued by new possibilities, especially those that help me overcome my laziness. After all, modeling one part and replicating it multiple times is far more efficient than crafting each piece individually.

I’m building HMS Victory, and in this thread, I plan to compile links to the posts in my build diary that touch on 3D modeling, printing, and creating finished parts from printed blanks. This includes error handling, software setup and parameters, life hacks, and, of course, practical examples of production. Along the way, I’ve created a kind of counter to track the parts I’ve made using 3D printing. So, let’s dive in!




This is the introductory section (prologue), where I discuss errors such as:
1. Issues with scaling,
2. Correct positioning and supports,
3. Eliminating visible print layers, post-processing, and painting, etc.

>>> Link to the post "Errors in 3D" <<<

 

[serikoff]

This section contains less information and is primarily focused on statistical tracking of the use of printed parts on the ship, using the example of cannon port hinges.

>>> Link to the post "3D- 01"<<<

 

[serikoff]

In this section, I will discuss the following aspects:
1. The programs I use for 3D modeling and printing.
2. How I scale parts in the software.
3. The printer and resin I use for printing.
4. The curing process and equipment, as well as post-processing techniques.
5. The painting process and materials, using the stern gallery as an example.

>>> Link to the post "3D- 02"<<< (vol. 1)
>>> Link to the post "3D- 02"<<< (vol. 2)

 

[Philski]

Despite the skepticism surrounding 3D-printed parts—some consider them inauthentic and not canonical since they're not made of wood or metal—I hold a slightly different opinion. If printed parts look good and are well-painted, does it really matter what lies beneath the paint? If this process can simplify or speed up production, why not take advantage of it? I've always been intrigued by new possibilities, especially those that help me overcome my laziness. After all, modeling one part and replicating it multiple times is far more efficient than crafting each piece individually.

I’m building HMS Victory, and in this thread, I plan to compile links to the posts in my build diary that touch on 3D modeling, printing, and creating finished parts from printed blanks. This includes error handling, software setup and parameters, life hacks, and, of course, practical examples of production. Along the way, I’ve created a kind of counter to track the parts I’ve made using 3D printing. So, let’s dive in!

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This is the introductory section (prologue), where I discuss errors such as:
1. Issues with scaling,
2. Correct positioning and supports,
3. Eliminating visible print layers, post-processing, and painting, etc.

>>> Link to the post "Errors in 3D" <<<

I am with you 100%. In my opinion, there is no good reason not to create parts for models using 3D printing. The metal parts typically provided are CAST, not unlike 3D printing. Wood parts are milled from stock. Again, not unlike 3D printing. All are methods that manipulate materials to a wanted shape. Of course each material has it's place and to that I say to each his own. And 3d printing can offer one other thing: detail. Detail and maybe even accuracy. When you see a model sitting in a glass case on display, it is supposed to be a representative of the item it really was. I like to use all the tools at my disposal.

 

[serikoff]

I am with you 100%. In my opinion, there is no good reason not to create parts for models using 3D printing. The metal parts typically provided are CAST, not unlike 3D printing. Wood parts are milled from stock. Again, not unlike 3D printing. All are methods that manipulate materials to a wanted shape. Of course each material has it's place and to that I say to each his own. And 3d printing can offer one other thing: detail. Detail and maybe even accuracy. When you see a model sitting in a glass case on display, it is supposed to be a representative of the item it really was. I like to use all the tools at my disposal.

I will be glad to see like-minded people in my review)) I am glad that I am not alone

 

[Walterone]

I use 3D printing in cases where I'm not able to make a part by hand, like decor, or if I need a lot of identical little things, like port cover hinges in 1:75 scale. For me, a 3D printer is just another machine.

 

[serikoff]

I use 3D printing in cases where I'm not able to make a part by hand, like decor, or if I need a lot of identical little things, like port cover hinges in 1:75 scale. For me, a 3D printer is just another machine.

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I did it in a similar way. Only I made the lid together with the hinges on the ports (the outer part of the port lid). And I will glue the inner part of the lid from wood. I also plan to model the decor.

 

[JerryTodd]

I will be glad to see like-minded people in my review)) I am glad that I am not alone

If using 3D printing is blasphemy, then it's good I'm already an atheist. I'm building very specific boats at a scale you won't find parts vendors supporting, further they are all RC with good chances of being damaged in transport and use. 3D modeling allows me to make parts very specific to my models, but consistently repeatable (like cannons and turnbuckles) as well as replaceable (If Macedonian's figurehead is knocked off, for instance). Of course I have to make the 3D models to have something to 3D print (click a pic to see it larger)

Some examples of my work, so far.


I also post STLs that I think may be of use to others on Thingiverse.

 

[serikoff]

If using 3D printing is blasphemy, then it's good I'm already an atheist. I'm building very specific boats at a scale you won't find parts vendors supporting, further they are all RC with good chances of being damaged in transport and use. 3D modeling allows me to make parts very specific to my models, but consistently repeatable (like cannons and turnbuckles) as well as replaceable (If Macedonian's figurehead is knocked off, for instance). Of course I have to make the 3D models to have something to 3D print (click a pic to see it larger)

Some examples of my work, so far.
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I also post STLs that I think may be of use to others on Thingiverse.

Great work. Yes... in your case it is more difficult to do if you do not use 3D.

 

[Kevin the Lubber]

I think you might find that there are quite a lot of us using 3D tech now, and the number will only grow. I think 3D will overtake plastic at some point, though wood will probably remain as a labour of love.

 

[serikoff]

I think you might find that there are quite a lot of us using 3D tech now, and the number will only grow. I think 3D will overtake plastic at some point, though wood will probably remain as a labour of love.

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And I just made the gallery from scratch and successfully glued everything. I don't have 100% similarity with the original, but I created based on the original dimensions. Yes... I think the tree will always be there, but printing will make life easier in many places.