Constellation in Naples 1862 by DeSimone.
A Radio-Controlled 1:36 Scale Model
This page contains notes, designs, ideas, sketches, or more detailed views into some
of the items going into this model.
Model Ship Builder #25 - 1983 PDF file of an article on a large RC model of the Rattlesnake that was the initial inspiration for this undertaking. |
 RC Tx left stick assignment. |
Wiring diagram. |
Brace operation 7/22/09 |
 Winch servo staggered placement. |
 Cutaway view. |
Sailplan. |
Details of hammock rails, waterways, fife rails, pin rails, through hull fairleads, etc. |
The original plan for individual pintles and gudgeons wasn't working - it was too stiff. After more research into
how other large models attach their rudders, I came up with this |
Modeling Calculators Excel Spreadsheet includs a sail area calculator. modeling_calculators.xls |
Cross section showing ballast attachment. |
 Moldings that curve and taper will be done
in multiple strips apllied side-by-side. |
 Pattern for stern details. |
 Gunports. |
 Gunport lids. |
 Extending Launch Cart concept. |
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