Hi all,
I'm working on my first layout and plan on adding one object from my favorite scifi shows, Stargate SG-1. I am attempting to build an HO scale model of a stargate. Unfortunatly my working knowledge (or lack thereof) of wormhole physics prevents me from making it a fully functional model.
I started by calculating the dimensions then modeling it out of granite colored Sculpey. Getting a perfect circle was beyond my skill, but it's fairly decent, and when finished, should look fine. I then wired together 7 3mm red LEDs and an appropriate resistor so it would function with my power pack.
I plan on putting a piece of stained glass into the center backlit with a blue LED to mimick an activated gate.
Here are some pics of the work in progress and a pic of the glass I plan to use. I still need to paint the 39 simbols and other design work onto the face.
It should look pretty cool when I finish.
Anyone have any suggestions for how to make a more perfect circle out of clay?
Jonathan
I'm working on my first layout and plan on adding one object from my favorite scifi shows, Stargate SG-1. I am attempting to build an HO scale model of a stargate. Unfortunatly my working knowledge (or lack thereof) of wormhole physics prevents me from making it a fully functional model.
I started by calculating the dimensions then modeling it out of granite colored Sculpey. Getting a perfect circle was beyond my skill, but it's fairly decent, and when finished, should look fine. I then wired together 7 3mm red LEDs and an appropriate resistor so it would function with my power pack.
I plan on putting a piece of stained glass into the center backlit with a blue LED to mimick an activated gate.
Here are some pics of the work in progress and a pic of the glass I plan to use. I still need to paint the 39 simbols and other design work onto the face.
It should look pretty cool when I finish.
Anyone have any suggestions for how to make a more perfect circle out of clay?
Jonathan