3D model

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PKT

New Hunter

• Jun 4, 2017

• #1

Hi everyone!

First time posting here, though I have been lurking for years!

I first started on a 3D model in 2008, but it was rough, and had issues.

My goal of this thread is to make an as detailed, and true to the original, 3D model of the helmet as my abilities permits.
If I am successful, I want to share the 3D model, so that anyone with access to a 3D printer, can print their own .


This is what I have done so far:

I took 126 screenshots/frames manually from the spin around here.
And saved the frames as individual images.

I then imported the pictures into a software to make a point cloud:

Dense cloud:

Then a 3d model:


I then imported this model into my 3D modelling software to clean up:


As you all can see, this model has holes, the rangefinder is missing, and it is very rough in general.
BUT I never intended to use this model as a finished result, but as aid to get the proportions right.

I will now start to model a clean mesh on top of this model.

Wish me luck!

 

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PKT

New Hunter

• Jun 4, 2017

• #2

This is what I got so far on the clean mesh.

 

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redkraytdragon

Active Hunter

• Jun 4, 2017

• #3

RafalFett makes a pretty accurate one here, as well.

https://www.shapeways.com/product/JMDT66DET/boba-fett-helmet-dented-version?optionId=55099742

 

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PKT

New Hunter

• Jun 5, 2017

• #4

Ah, that is nice!
I want to try and add all the scratches as well. And I intend to share the 3D model with the community, for free
But thanks for sharing. I can now learn a lot from RafalFett's model!

 

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PKT

New Hunter

• Jun 8, 2017

• #5

I see now that RafalFett actually already made the models free for grabs here:
http://www.thedentedhelmet.com/showthread.php?t=50447

Man, I can't compete with that!

But I can just as well post my progress

 

RafalFett

Well-Known Hunter

• Jun 8, 2017

• #6

Wow! I really like your approach regarding the helmet. I would love to try this route. In which program you did that cloud to 3D model?

I would strongly encourage you to continue with your work as it is already outstanding, even at this stage. Keep up the great work!

 

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PKT

New Hunter

• Jun 8, 2017

• #7

Thanks man! The point cloud calculation is done in a software called Agisoft PhotoScan. I am doing the manual modelling in 3d studio max. I might do the dent and scratches in Zbrush later. One step at the time though

 

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VIARPE

Hunter

• Jun 8, 2017

• #8

Nice work on that 3d cloud!!!
I really like that system after I saw how it turned out for MGSV!

 

Artakha

Active Hunter

• Jun 8, 2017

• #9

Wow nice work

 

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PKT

New Hunter

• Jun 11, 2017

• #10

Thanks for the motivating comments guys!
I have been ill for a couple of days, and havent been able to do any work on the model.. SUCKS!
But I am good to go again now. I hope to be posting an update very soon.

 

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PKT

New Hunter

• Jun 12, 2017

• #11

Alright!
I have finally gotten the time to work on this again.
Done some more clean up in general of the mesh.
And I have started work on the keyhole frame area.

 

shenphong

Active Hunter

• Jun 12, 2017

• #12

Fantastic work, there is always enough room for more helmet files out there.

 

VIARPE

Hunter

• Jun 15, 2017

• #13

Why do you use such a little ammount of polygons? One would think that if you're going with all that picture-perfect 3d model you would want higher definition.

 

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PKT

New Hunter

• Jun 16, 2017

• #14

Thanks shenphong!

@VIAPRE I understand your concern, but it is easier to get a good result if you start of with a low polygon count, then add more and more polys as the model takes shape.
It would be almost impossible to get a clean looking model, if I started with the end result polygon count.

 

VIARPE

Hunter

• Jun 16, 2017

• #15

I see!
Nice, I don't know how to model meshes :/
I study architecture and had 3d printed but I model on Rhinoceros with curves and then transform to mesh and export to .STL
What program do you use?

 

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PKT

New Hunter

• Jun 22, 2017

• #16

@VIAPRE I am using 3ds max.

A little update! Found some time this morning to make the left ear peice.

 

RafalFett

Well-Known Hunter

• Jun 22, 2017

• #17

It looks good so far! I would recommend to use heavily the images from the Gallery to double check each and every detail. For example the ear platform extensions should not be that raised as in your model and the rear keyhole should be wider:

 

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PKT

New Hunter

• Jun 25, 2017

• #18

@RafalFett Thanks man for taking the time to look closely at my work so far

I guess the point cloud software was not as accurate as I thought. At least now with the reference photos I used.. As I have only made the mesh on top of the calculated model I got from the software.

I have addressed the parts you pointed out.

I am constantly working to improve the topology as well