Iron Man 3d model for Pepakura

I am modeling Iron Man for a Pepakura costume. It is still W.I.P. so there are some things that are not movie accurate, but I hope to get it fixed soon.
I have been having some trouble getting the open edges within the mesh closed up, so if anyone knows how to do this in Milkshape 3d, please let me know.

Here's a progression of what I have done.

Get the file Here!
First try: no reference pics, jaw is funky and overall shape is off.


Get the update Here!
Second attempt: Reference pics used, but model is "chunky" lots of bondo needed here.


Get the update Here!
Third attempt: I basically just cleaned up the second one, now the top/back of the head are much smoother.

The files are .obj and can be opened in Pepakura Designer or any 3d modeling program.

I will be cleaning this up a bit more and adding the indentations in the back, and then moving on to the chest and shoulders.

Give me some criticism, I have been staring at this model too long to know what else I have done wrong.

Looks pretty sweet so far man. Keep it coming!

I have gotten better reference pics and have modeled a new helmet. There are still some tweaks I need to do, such as the notches in the back, but here is what I have:

Please excuse the "lighting", pepakura doesn't give a decent light source.

wow that is looking SUPER nice. I think I'm going to postpone building an Iron Man helmet till you're done with your model

NICE!! Good to see you're still at it bro.

Does anyone have accurate measurements of the helmet? I have only found measurements for a non-wearable model that is not 1:1 scale. I have it scaled to 29.2 cm. in height, and when I did a test build, it came out huge.

You've got quite a talent for organic models there bro.

I have gotten some messages from people who think that I "stole" the model fromhttp://www.turbosquid.com/3d-models/...t-model/424900. I assure you that this is an original model made by me.
While I did use this model as a reference, I didn't reduce the polys and come up with what I have now. If you think this is the case, download it and reduce it yourself, and see what a mess you come up with. My model was mostly based on the pre-production sculpt pictures that were found on the web. Here is my model superimposed over the model in question.

I know the bad rep that recasters have, and I don't want this to happen to me, but If anyone has issues with the similarities of the two models, please talk to me about it, I have the saved files of my work in progress. I can prove how the mesh was put together.
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I am doing a test build to see if I need to change anything. For instance, someone pointed out that the back of the jaw is a little too wide, but I am not sure if that is from the render or not. As soon as I have worked out any problems that come up, I will publish the model.

Here's a sample of the unfold.

more to come...

Looks good bro, though I wouldn't have done the ear parts like that. Bands would have been better to build than sections like that.

Just my thought.

Originally Posted by Skupilkinson

Looks good bro, though I wouldn't have done the ear parts like that. Bands would have been better to build than sections like that.

Just my thought.

I agree, I was trying to get it into the least amount of pages, but I've fixed it. The way I had the face section was difficult to build as well.

I also found the problem making the jaw look too wide. There is an area on the cheeks that is sunk in slightly. So, I'm going to have to fix that before I release the file.

The model is finished, and I believe all the problems have been fixed.
I am charging a small fee for this file. Send me a pm for more info.

Looks very good to me mate. Nice clean unfold, well done!

So whenever one of you finish it, please post up a finished pic of the pepped model, because I'd love to see what it looks like pepped. If I think it looks good, I might be interested in getting it

Why are you not putting it up for free? You would become a pepakura legend! And I really want it.......

The model is complete and ready, so if you want it, send me a pm with your email address and paper size (Letter/A4).

Originally Posted by Agent007

Why are you not putting it up for free? You would become a pepakura legend! And I really want it.......

I would be willing to trade, pm me with something to offer.
I spent a lot of time working on this. I have given away other models for free over on the 405th (Halo costuming) forums.

could you email me at cmz601@stu.aii.edu as to how i may be able to get a copy of that helmet file?

Awesome how long did it take?

Originally Posted by sureshot

Awesome how long did it take?

It took a couple of months, mostly because of me not knowing how to use the various 3d modeling programs. The final one only took about a week.

UPDATE:
Due to lots of requests, I have decided to do some more of the armor.
First up, is the shoulder bells.


Click the link below, to download.
http://www.4shared.com/file/12947414...IShoulder.html
I'll have more, as it happens.

I've also been considering offering the helmet file for free, but my current financial situation(unemployed) and my g/f tell me no. What do you guys think?

Originally Posted by dung0beetle

It took a couple of months, mostly because of me not knowing how to use the various 3d modeling programs. The final one only took about a week.

UPDATE:
Due to lots of requests, I have decided to do some more of the armor.
First up, is the shoulder bells.


Click the link below, to download.
http://www.4shared.com/file/12947414...IShoulder.html
I'll have more, as it happens.

I've also been considering offering the helmet file for free, but my current financial situation(unemployed) and my g/f tell me no. What do you guys think?

hi first of all a greeting look I understand your financial situation is like that of many of us and understand that you want to charge for this work of art but not if I understand what happens is that I'm trying to do a truss but my budget is too short then I have right now is the bell of the armor and if I want to obtain the helmet and I hope I understand the patterns could facilitate Hull thank you very much

this is some pritty cool stuff. i had heard about pepakura when i was researching halo costumes. sadly the guy we had in line pulled out and we had to scrap the project. awsome work so far dude. i look forward to seing the finished item.

translation is that apology does not speak English as I did with the google translator and do not know if it translated well greetings

Working on the chest...

Looking sweet as usual bro!!! Well done!!!

Good progress brother! Are you doing the chest/ab plate as a joint part? Or will they be seperate parts for ease of both build and final movement?

Nice dude!

Great work!!!

Biceps done!
Download it HERE

I finally got registered over here, but I've been following this since it started. I'm just blown away by the level of detail, great work and thanks for sharing!

This is really cool work! how are you constructing it? I only ask because i have some very large CNC equipment suitable for carving 3d models,an extensive background in moldmaking and casting and i just bought a roto casting machine.If you want to produce this costume or any other for that matter, i`d love to get involved.I realize you might think i just want to rip off your model,but that is most definitely not the case.The reality is there is way more money in other manufacturing areas with this kind of equipment.
I do this because i love it and the cool projects i can get involved in.
pm if you`re intrigued. I`ll show some of the other work i`ve done and give you references to check out as to my honesty.

Again cool model.I was toyomg with the idea of cutting the turbosquid model just to see how it comes out, but i`d rather work directly with a creator.

I am i right in thinking you made this out of paper or cardboard and resin.

i wouldn`t have thought that was possible!

I can do silicone cast gloves etc as well.

sorry if i`m getting a little excited, but that suit is pretty impressive.

If it was more interesting to you, you could send me a random part in 3d and i could cut, mold and cast it then send it back to you.
This is precisely why i bought this gear.
I make signs and displays to pay the bills, but i have no love for it.

Originally Posted by doubleh

I am i right in thinking you made this out of paper or cardboard and resin.

i wouldn`t have thought that was possible!

I can do silicone cast gloves etc as well.

sorry if i`m getting a little excited, but that suit is pretty impressive.

If it was more interesting to you, you could send me a random part in 3d and i could cut, mold and cast it then send it back to you.
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I haven't actually started cutting and "pepping" the armor yet, but yes, it is intended to be printed onto cardstock, glued together, and coated in resin and fiberglassed.

Just click the download link if you want the file.

I'm almost finished with the chest/back, but I am swamped with "real job" work at the moment, so no updates for a little while. I'll get back to it as soon as I can.

Nice job man... really really fantastic... is not bad for the first time, . PM for questions.

Saludos!

i would need the original obj. file for cnc cutting.
I did a test on another model that i got from turbosquid.
This is really just for testing purposes.
i want to see how accurately the machine will cut and how i can finish it.
Currently i cut half the model in high density foam,then made a plaster mold.
then i melted out the foam with acetone.As soon as i have the mold cleaned, i'll fiberglass it ,break the mold off and do the cleanup with bondo, etc in the usual way.i'll post pics .

Originally Posted by doubleh

i would need the original obj. file for cnc cutting.
I did a test on another model that i got from turbosquid.
This is really just for testing purposes.
i want to see how accurately the machine will cut and how i can finish it.
Currently i cut half the model in high density foam,then made a plaster mold.
then i melted out the foam with acetone.As soon as i have the mold cleaned, i'll fiberglass it ,break the mold off and do the cleanup with bondo, etc in the usual way.i'll post pics .

Hi doubleh, I´m interesting too in the thing that you do with your machine. I have a pepakura iron man complete armor that I download from a guy and want to know if you join me to try to do quality and no so expensive armors to sell to the fans. email me if you want to morfeus4@telefonica.net. I live in spain.

Guys, you're hijacking Dung0beetle's thread a little here.

Originally Posted by Skupilkinson

Guys, you're hijacking Dung0beetle's thread a little here.

Get this allot with IM Skip... especially one major player.

Any progress?

Originally Posted by dung0beetle

The model is complete and ready, so if you want it, send me a pm with your email address and paper size (Letter/A4).


I would be willing to trade, pm me with something to offer.
I spent a lot of time working on this. I have given away other models for free over on the 405th (Halo costuming) forums.

hi sounds like you have to do this wonder if I have it looks like my address is jenriquez@bcb.com.mx

and I would love in letter size

thank you very much

sir, how can i download your pepakura? it is very nice i'd like to make one for my nephew. he has a cancer and i just like him to be happy before he... you know. i am from the philippines. thanks!

Very nice work, Truly genius. I would like to get the helm piece if you don't mind. Send me an email so I may also donate to your cause.

Thank you so much.

Tim

coudl u please send me the file so i can have it? i m ready to pay as long as it is not costly

[QUOTE=dung0beetle;455223]Working on the chest...
Dude can u send me this plz????????????????????????????????????????????

Originally Posted by dung0beetle

Here's a sample of the unfold.

more to come...

cool, that awesome.
can you post the pdo file??
thanks a lot...

I forgot to tell everyone here that my helmet is now FREE! Thanks to all that purchased it, but due to massive amounts of email and pm's I'm offering the file to everyone for free.
download the A4 size here.
download the Letter size here.

Also, I have kind of abandoned building more on the Iron Man models for now. I do have an even more accurate I.M. helmet model in the works. The pep model will include hinge patterns for the face and chin, as well as the articulation on the back of the neck as seen in the concept art.

Sweet. Fantastic as always

Wow, fantastic work. I have access to a Sideshow 1:1 scale Mark III and I've also studied David's 3D file. His is based on a scan of a toy head, and it doesn't quite have the right movie look to it. Yours is a lot closer to the Sideshow look. Keep up the good work.

Originally Posted by 321dator

coudl u please send me the file so i can have it? i m ready to pay as long as it is not costly

? I find that strange.. You mention you boght one of our suits, but not from us, then your asking for pepakura files...
If you got one of our suits then its pretty expensive.. And then you mention the same people who sold you our suit also make motorized helmets ...
Sorry i just find this a bit strange...

You know, making new armor and other suits may be a good job. How much can cost your completed armor? $2500?

I think it is cool to se people make Iron Man armor if they make it them self and not from something already existing. I encourage people to use their creative skills to make something from the bottom and up that they can call their own.

BTW the Avatar you got is our 2nd Generation armor we made a while back. Its a while since i seen that anywere.... Very few of them exist in reality.

Originally Posted by dung0beetle

I forgot to tell everyone here that my helmet is now FREE! Thanks to all that purchased it, but due to massive amounts of email and pm's I'm offering the file to everyone for free.
download the A4 size here.
download the Letter size here.

Also, I have kind of abandoned building more on the Iron Man models for now. I do have an even more accurate I.M. helmet model in the works. The pep model will include hinge patterns for the face and chin, as well as the articulation on the back of the neck as seen in the concept art.

You got some very good 3D skills there. How do you go about creating a 3d sculpture like that? And what type of Font did you use on the Photo it is very similar to the concept drawings text.

That pic is concept art.

Cannot imagine the time and effort that has gone into this. Bravo!

I cant believe how good this looks, you have done some seriously excellent work here

WOW I so want to try to make a iron man helmet now.

Originally Posted by inkmonkey

Cannot imagine the time and effort that has gone into this. Bravo!

The time and effort was mostly spent on tracking down good references. I still can't find a good shot of the back of the head. The only references I have found are of replicas or bad angles for the back of the helmet, so I just guestimated.

Ya good references are hard to find some times. If you look at the back of a lot of IIron Man helmets they all vary and differ from each other. I'm working on a war machine helmet (sculpt) and there is a lot of guestimation work.

Here's a video of my new Iron Man helmet. The "ears" are modeled inside of the helmet (to make it easier to see when I unfolded it in Pepakura), so they are separate objects which aren't visible in the video. I will have it available for purchase on my blog as soon as I figure out how much I want for it. I'm still working on the hinges, and I've decided that there isn't enough room inside the helmet for the mechanics to make the neck telescope in on itself and still fit your head inside, but I've modeled the hinge for the mask to open properly. It turns out it was easier to do than I had expected. I will make the hinged version available at a later date.

WOW looks great. Will this one be free as well?

Originally Posted by SUPERprops

WOW looks great. Will this one be free as well?

I will be charging for this one, but I haven't decided how much. I think I might work on the rest of the armor again. I have learned a lot since I abandoned it.

Has anyone made the helmet yet? What size is the head? I would hate to build it to find out that it won't fit.

When can we see the rest of the armor to download? I have the helmet, the shoulder, the biceps, and I believe the forearm. I am looking for the rest. When I do start putting this together, what size paper should I use? Also, would paper machae work the same as resin and fiberglass?

I have built it, resined it and hardened it. I have removed the lower neck peice and it fits my head which is rather large (I wear 7-3/4 baseball hats). It's tight on the ears but I believe if you were to use braces while resin'ing you could widen it a little but other than that it fits good and there is a lot of room as far as depth goes. Another masterpeice by Dungbeetle.

Well, Great job dudes...


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I feel like an idiot. but i have no idea how to pepakura, what paper I need, what program I need. if someone can PLEASE help me id greatly appreciate it. My email address is tom_mcmullen06@yahoo.com please email me directly so i get it faster, thanks.

HI I AM NEW TO THIS SITE AND HAVE USE THE CALLMEMILO FILES BUT WAS REALLY DISAPOINTED I AM LOOKING FOR A HIGH DETAILED IRON MAN ARMOR PDO WHICH INCLUDES THE GLOVES AND ELBOWS BASICLY THE FULL THING... I KNOW NO1 WILL BE GIVING THIS OUT FOR FREE AS IT MUST OF TOOK AGES 2 DO.... I AM WILLING 2 PAY FOR THE WHOLE IRONMAN ARMOR PDO FILES AS I HAVE NOTHING WUD BE OF INTEREST 2 TRADE

PLZ IF ANYONE HAS IT CAN U PLZ GET BAK 2 ME ASAP

Please don't use straight caps, it's rude, and you won't make many friends. Go to the 405th.com for super-HD iornman peps. Carnage is your man. Dungbeetle has the best helmet out there.

sorry for the caps
thanks for the info tankboy much appricated

DungBeetle, you've done an excellent job! Your helmet is for sure the one that comes the closest to the one seen on screen! Also, I was really impressed by your sharing of the files. That really made me appreciate you! Excellent job!

Originally Posted by wiseguy

sorry for the caps
thanks for the info tankboy much appricated

No prob. just a friendly heads-up. Hope to see what you can do!

The ears pull in a little from where they are on the actual model, but I'm just going to stuff a cut down paper towel tube in between them to get it back where it needs to be for when I glass it.

im confused there soo many iron man files out there which 1's do people think r the best or do you have 2 mix and match??

Originally Posted by wiseguy

im confused there soo many iron man files out there which 1's do people think r the best or do you have 2 mix and match??

Mix+match is the way to go. Go here for the best stuff though, and get dung-beetle's helmet. http://405th.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=23894

tankboy i tried that site but when i click the links they seem 2 be dead is it jus my pc or is it actally a dead link

how much are you selling your Iron Man pep file for and is it for the complete suit? I'm interested in purchasing your file. email me at kalenhouse@hotmail.com

Originally Posted by preaton25

how much are you selling your Iron Man pep file for and is it for the complete suit? I'm interested in purchasing your file. email me at kalenhouse@hotmail.com

The first helmet I made is free. I abandoned working on the rest. The link posted above by Tankboy has some excellent highly accurate armor parts. I'm using the medium definition files. Not all of them have been cleaned up and unfolded in pepakura, but they are being updated as they are completed.

The link is not broken, must be your PC. I've given a crack at unfolding the super-HD chestpiece, but I gave up. It lags SOOOOOO bad. The MEdium def ones are good though.

hi almost finnished this helmet but i am stuck how do the ears go on any help please

Originally Posted by kev359

hi almost finnished this helmet but i am stuck how do the ears go on any help please

Post a pic of your problem. I have no idea which portion of the ear you're having issues with.

That looks awesome! Great Job. Total amount of time on it?

Nice model!!

hellow sir u hav one awesome work! i dont have an armor pdo..uhh,,

can i request for yours? im gonna use it for a cosplay...do i have to buy it?

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