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Re: FSB Shipyards - WIP list in first post.
« Reply #280 on: May 04, 2012, 09:42:35 PM »
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Re: FSB Shipyards - WIP list in first post.
« Reply #281 on: May 04, 2012, 10:31:59 PM »
UFP Mobile Headquarters, Camelot-Class?

Bingo.  Cookie for you, Mr. Wiley. :)  I decided that a hollow saucer wouldn't be strong enough during maneuvers, so I'm going for something more like the Nemesis drydock.

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Re: FSB Shipyards - WIP list in first post.
« Reply #282 on: May 05, 2012, 12:11:23 AM »


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Re: FSB Shipyards - WIP list in first post.
« Reply #283 on: May 05, 2012, 03:21:05 AM »
cant help thinking those pylons could be shorter, they seem too tall, eh, may just bee the shots youve shwon playing tih my eyes.

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Re: FSB Shipyards - WIP list in first post.
« Reply #284 on: May 05, 2012, 07:53:58 AM »
same here. Would resize it to 2/3 of what you have now.

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Re: FSB Shipyards - WIP list in first post.
« Reply #285 on: May 05, 2012, 08:49:42 AM »
I have no issues with the length of the pylons. But the thickness could definitely be improved.
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Re: FSB Shipyards - WIP list in first post.
« Reply #286 on: May 05, 2012, 10:38:33 AM »
I'm with Darkthunder on this one. The rest of the ship looks great, though.

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Re: FSB Shipyards - WIP list in first post.
« Reply #287 on: May 05, 2012, 10:37:05 PM »
The pylon height matches Flarespire's side sketch.  The thickness is actually less than Flarespire's front sketch.  I'm not sure if I can make a better compromise.  It's staying as is for now.



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Re: FSB Shipyards - WIP list in first post.
« Reply #288 on: May 06, 2012, 05:23:31 AM »
guess it was the angle of the shot that made me think they were too tall then  :idk: anyways shes looking great and cant wait to see the finished model.

my only nitpick is it seems that the nacells will be out to the side ov the saucer instead of half behind it, but again that may just be me looking at things wrong.

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Re: FSB Shipyards - WIP list in first post.
« Reply #289 on: May 06, 2012, 05:28:19 AM »
The pylon thickness is OK, it's a deck high.  :thumbsup:
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Re: FSB Shipyards - WIP list in first post.
« Reply #290 on: May 06, 2012, 05:51:26 AM »
She looks good

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Re: FSB Shipyards - WIP list in first post.
« Reply #291 on: May 06, 2012, 03:49:08 PM »
my only nitpick is it seems that the nacells will be out to the side ov the saucer instead of half behind it, but again that may just be me looking at things wrong.

I've shortened the length of the pylon since the last render.  It's better now.  The nacelles will be more behind the saucer.  Again, I'm trying to compromise between your sketches, as they're not very accurate.  It will look a lot like my revised sketches though, here, here, and here.

Model is at 12k polies.  I'm expecting it'll be near 20k when finished.  All that's left really are nacelles, ventral saucer details, and a few more phaser strips.  Then comes mapping.

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Re: FSB Shipyards - WIP list in first post.
« Reply #292 on: May 06, 2012, 04:01:03 PM »
Looks like she will be a great design. Nice work so far. :thumbsup:

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Re: FSB Shipyards - WIP list in first post.
« Reply #293 on: May 06, 2012, 04:45:59 PM »
I've shortened the length of the pylon since the last render.  It's better now.  The nacelles will be more behind the saucer.  Again, I'm trying to compromise between your sketches, as they're not very accurate.  It will look a lot like my revised sketches though, here, here, and here.

Model is at 12k polies.  I'm expecting it'll be near 20k when finished.  All that's left really are nacelles, ventral saucer details, and a few more phaser strips.  Then comes mapping.
this im glad to hear, thx again for taking on my crude design and making it something of a reality :D

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Re: FSB Shipyards - WIP list in first post.
« Reply #294 on: May 06, 2012, 06:09:47 PM »
Working on the nacelles...


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Re: FSB Shipyards - WIP list in first post.
« Reply #295 on: May 06, 2012, 11:52:19 PM »
So far, so good!

I think some of the sharp edges throughout the ship should be rounded odd a bit though.

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Re: FSB Shipyards - WIP list in first post.
« Reply #296 on: May 07, 2012, 12:11:20 AM »
Well, the pylons are rounded a bit more.  Also, the mix of angled and smooth sections is intended to be reminiscent of the Sovereign class, which obviously had more angular qualities to it than previous ships, things like the ventral saucer, nacelles, pylons, and the first few decks.




Also, here's the complete perspective of the new Camelot design.  Just FYI, the name might change to something less mythical.

As for the new design, here's what's up.  I want her to be huge, obviously to scale.  As you can see, a Galaxy class can fit in the front dock, and a ship of the Sovereign's width in the port/starboard docks.  The nacelles are a fairly simple design, as they need to be 100% function over form.  The bussard collectors are smallish, though obviously large in comparison to those of other ships.  There won't be an obvious deflector, but rather many smaller ones scattered across the ship.  I have the feeling that one large deflector would probably emit harmful levels of radiation or something.  Also, there's a visible emphasis on hull integrity, things like the saucer's structural ribbing and the pylons' large braces.  Aft of the command decks is a large array of antennae for fleet communications and long range subspace transmitting.  They also give her a sense of being a command station rather than just a large ship.  Each of the docking bays on the ventral side of the saucer feature enclosing arms similar to those on the Nemesis drydock.  They fold up when the ship is in transit, so obviously no ships can be docked.  I'm wondering if MVAM can be used to achieve this - a maneuverable ship that can turn into a sitting, multitargetting station with docking ability.


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Re: FSB Shipyards - WIP list in first post.
« Reply #297 on: May 07, 2012, 01:04:32 AM »
Well, the pylons are rounded a bit more.  Also, the mix of angled and smooth sections is intended to be reminiscent of the Sovereign class, which obviously had more angular qualities to it than previous ships, things like the ventral saucer, nacelles, pylons, and the first few decks.
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Also, here's the complete perspective of the new Camelot design.  Just FYI, the name might change to something less mythical.

As for the new design, here's what's up.  I want her to be huge, obviously to scale.  As you can see, a Galaxy class can fit in the front dock, and a ship of the Sovereign's width in the port/starboard docks.  The nacelles are a fairly simple design, as they need to be 100% function over form.  The bussard collectors are smallish, though obviously large in comparison to those of other ships.  There won't be an obvious deflector, but rather many smaller ones scattered across the ship.  I have the feeling that one large deflector would probably emit harmful levels of radiation or something.  Also, there's a visible emphasis on hull integrity, things like the saucer's structural ribbing and the pylons' large braces.  Aft of the command decks is a large array of antennae for fleet communications and long range subspace transmitting.  They also give her a sense of being a command station rather than just a large ship.  Each of the docking bays on the ventral side of the saucer feature enclosing arms similar to those on the Nemesis drydock.  They fold up when the ship is in transit, so obviously no ships can be docked.  I'm wondering if MVAM can be used to achieve this - a maneuverable ship that can turn into a sitting, multitargetting station with docking ability.


The ship looks gorgeous, in that sketch. I, personally, love huge a** ships. I love the way it looks, and i love the description. This ship will be in my install ASAID. Also, The other one is sweet as well. Very nice sketches guys!
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Re: FSB Shipyards - WIP list in first post.
« Reply #298 on: May 07, 2012, 01:14:42 AM »
I like em both.  And as for the name Camelot...keep it?  Please?

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Re: FSB Shipyards - WIP list in first post.
« Reply #299 on: May 07, 2012, 09:07:45 PM »
or use "avalon"

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