I thought this could use it's own post.
Eddie’s enthusiasm is definitely contagious. I had some time to mess around with the proportions of the Monster Robot’s head. What do you think? His body and arms are in the works.
For those interested, I’m using a parametric solid modeler called SOLIDWORKS to create the robot. The program allows me to model three dimensional solid objects as opposed to a two dimensional CAD program like AutoCAD. The program is typically used to design mechanical parts and systems.
Eddie. Please don’t send me 100 pounds of 300-pound cardboard. My wife says I have enough stuff in the house. I’m sure you understand. 😑😑😑
Looks great I love it! I will only send it when needed. Haha. Thank you for everything.
That is just what I am looking for. It’s perfect.
I was thinking wait until my wife finds out. I think I’m am going to sneak him into my storage without her finding out.👍👍👍
@drsab : I'm quite positive that Eddie just wet himself a little bit, Dr. Sab! Thank you for keeping him busy and entertained. Joe and I really, really, really appreciate it. HA!
As you make progress on this endeavor, it DEFINITELY warrants a a podcast topic; "Robot Talk with Eddie and Thom". It's got a nice ring to it don't ya think?
I don't have the passionate interest in the "Mysterious Missing Robot Plans" that Eddie covets so badly ... but I do generally love robots. It's possibly due in part to our generation, the beginnings of space travel and all of the sci-fi programs, imagery and toys we grew up with. Getting my Lost in Space Robot for Christmas stands out in my memory ... and I have home movies of that somewhere that I'm trying to find.
Thanks again for joining, playin and posting AND keeping Eddie occupied. This project will be great fun for all of us. -- TRM
To that said I changed clothing already HA!
Eddie: In a prior post, you said you tracked down the son of the owner of the Melton Company that was advertising the Monster Robot Plans in comic books. I have so many questions here. How did your search start? How did you find Melton’s son? Where did you find Melton’s son? What did Melton’s son say once you found him and told him what you were looking for? I’m really interested in your Detective Work and knowing the story would add to this post. I’m also pretty sure TRM wants to know the whole story.
The Robot: I’m modeling the Robot as a solid so ultimately he can be printed in plastic. His current scale is approximately one-fourth of the original 7 feet. 3D printers have a defined print area that limits the size of finished parts. Modeling with the aim to fabricate in cardboard would require a different design intent. I hope a plastic version will temporarily satisfy Eddie’s insatiable appetite for the Monster Robot. What do you think TRM?
@drsab : I'm just so damn happy you came along to talk Monster Robert Plans with Eddie I can hardly stand it. THANK YOU, DR. SAB!!!
Yes and NO! I don't need to know the whole story about the search for the Missing Monster Robot Plans. I've heard it. Oh boy oh boy have I ever heard it. And many multiple times. Joe has too. But I agree and do wish that Eddie would write it all out so it's documented. Maybe this thread of yours will encourage him to do so. @Houseoftheunusual.com EDDIE: Add this to your list of things to do.
I love the idea of a smaller 3D version to kick things off. It's more manageable, will get "Impatient Eddie" results faster, and it will still provide the basic structure for any possible future uses. Although ... I do have to admit ... poor Eddie has been pining for this thing for so long I know his patience has long since expired on this search. And I can't blame him on this one.
This endeavor gets nothing but TOTAL THUMBS UP from me. THANK YOU!
PS: In case you haven't noticed, I love making fun of Eddie. He's a great guy and a good friend. But again, just don't tell him I said so. -- TRM
@TRM Thanks TRM. I thought it was really important to set some expectations before 300 pounds of 100-pound cardboard, or 100 pounds of 300-pound cardboard shows up on my front porch. Only kidding Eddie!
I had some time to work on the Monster Robot Model over the weekend. I’ve added the body and arms, adjusting his scale as I model. One of the ads that Eddie sent me has slots in the front of the body while other ads don’t. I believe at least one slot in the full-size version is for the occupant (Eddie in this case) to see out.
Eddie, I would still like to hear the story, the whole story and nothing but the story.
I love it!!!! Just the way you are doing it PERFECT PERFECT!!!
I will tell the story.
I will begin tonight at work
Once upon time ...
Just got home from work... I will start
Here’s the latest update on the Monster Robot Model. I’ve added the legs and adjusted the overall proportions again. If the original plans called for using cardboard for the construction, I don’t believe the legs would be two pieces. The operator would have to the straddle the two legs boxes and this could be very uncomfortable. I’ve created a notch to give the illusion of two legs. What do you guys think?