A Couple Dummy 13 Updates On the Way (Completed)

I have been working on an update to the "Dummy 13 Weapons Pack v2.0" for a while, in order to optimize the frame and update some of the other components from scratch.  The update will include brand new katanas, holsters, handguns and updates to the frame to help with adhesion issues (which have been the biggest complaint from some users).  It will still be a more advanced print since there are overhangs, which are supported, but nevertheless some people have had issues with them.  Due to the small features, the regular pitfalls of 3D printing require more attention.  If the plate is not clean, or the printer is subject to drafts or ambient temp changes, or the slicer is not tuned well for the material used, there could still be issues.  But I've done everything I can think of to make those problems less of an issue, with the updated version 2.1 model.  

I'm also working on several other designs, but only one is planned for release later this month.  That will be a "Dummy 13 Alpine Search and Rescue (SAR) Pack", which I posted a teaser pic of a couple days ago of.  I've tested this design over several dozen small iterations, and am finally happy with the result.  Making small features on 3D printed parts is a big challenge, since, to fit correctly, there needs to be just enough clearance, but not too much.  This is often down to less than 0.1mm for very small features, or when tuning a built in support features, like I used in this model.  The Alpine SAR pack will include a backpack, ice axe, knife, and have skis and poles as well.  There will also be a wall mounted display for it (with a secret surprise :D, and possibly something extra to go with the wall display, which will follow on later as another model (waiting on parts).  

For both the "Dummy 13 Weapons Pack v2.0" update to v2.1, and the Alpine SAR pack for Dummy 13, I'm gonna target December 16-18 for the release of those designs.  It's not much time to print them before Christmas unfortunately, but the prints don't take too long to run.  I could probably release them right now, but to be honest, I keep stumbling on rip offs of my Dummy 13 stuff, along with other people's work on various marketplaces, and it bugs me.  My stuff is either released under a CC non-commercial license or the standard digital license, neither of which allow commercial use.  I'm of course not surprised, and going after the sellers is something I'm gonna look into.  Until then though, I'd at least like to deny them the opportunity to further profit from my work this Christmas.   

Finally, there are a couple other Dummy 13 packs in the works or ready to go, but those will wait till 2025, when I am planning to start up a Patreon and maybe an LLC.  I want to provide a way to commercially license some designs, since the folks stealing my designs to sell have no legitimate option right now (other than not stealing lol).  Patreon will also help me to gauge if there is support for my work generally, and which types of designs supporters would like to see.  I feel like I've more ideas than time to see all of them through, so it would be good to focus my attention on designs that people want to make as well.  

Update 12/7/2024: It was suggested that a kit card version of my Dummy 13 Astronaut Remix would be handy, and I agree.  Having the parts on a card could make it a neat way to give as a gift.  It was not as simple as I expected though, since I forgot about the supports.  When I make a kit card, I try to make any supports integrated into the frame, so the part can just be printed.  The helmet on the astronaut has some moderately complex supports, at least when I had to model them, but it turned out to be a lot less difficult than I though.  The card however has been though dozens of iterations due to small tweaks, including fixing "ASTPO", which was not due to a misspelling, but rather a problem with projecting the text onto the model.  I've done about half dozen test prints (so far), but I think it's almost ready now.  If everything goes well, it should be released along with the other updates later this month.

Update 12/9/2024:  I think the Dummy 13 Alpine "SAR" (now Adventure) Kit is done.  There were dozens of small tweaks and fixes, but all the latest test prints look good, and the helmet supports are working great.  The stand is also ready to go, and thankfully it has been less difficult to get ready.  The stand will not be carded though, and may be posted separate from the kit card for the Alpine tools.  The "Dummy 13 Astro-Pack" and the "Dummy 13 Weapons Pack v2.1" are also pretty well done now as well.  I decided to add a few extras to the update as well, since I had the space and it's also Christmas time :D  I'm not sure if I will have the time to color the models, but the single color profiles will certainly be ready for the 16-18th when they will be posted. 

Update 12/13/2024:  There was one more thing I wanted to add to this project, which I was not sure if I'd get the parts for or not, but it arrived in time, so why not?  I'm currently test printing a light holder, which will mount above the "glacier outcrop" that Dummy 13 can stand on.  It will however require a few parts, which are:

1. Remote Control Waterproof LED Light (which I bought from AliExpress but it looks like they also sell them at Amazon)
2. 8x3 cylinder magnets (8 are required)
3. Large 3M Command Strips (3 are needed for both the lower platform and the light housing)

The light housing at the top is in 2 parts.  The top half will mount to the wall using large 3M Command Strips, while the lower part will attach with the magnets.  The LED light will install in the top, and be held by a magnet, but also should be retained by the lower half of the housing too.  I also updated both the "glacier outcrop" and the light housing with some extra places to store the skis and poles, as well as some climbing anchors, which can be seen in the pics below.  

Update 12/16/2024:  The models for the Dummy 13 Alpine Adventure Kit and lighted wall mount can find the models at the following links:
Dummy 13 Alpine Adventure Kit Card:
https://makerworld.com/en/models/885809
Lighted Wall Mount Display Stand:
https://makerworld.com/en/models/887586

The Weapons Pack V2.1 update will be posted tomorrow, and I will try and get the Dummy 13 Astro-kit updated this week.

Update 12/17/2024:  The Weapons pack v2.1 has been uploaded.  You can find it over at MakerWorld:

Dummy 13 Weapons Pack v2.1
https://makerworld.com/en/models/888476#profileId-844361

Update 12/21/2024:  The last big update this year for my Dummy 13 related stuff has been posted.  It's a carded version of the Dummy 13 Astronaut, which can be seen pictured above, modeling the new Dummy 13 Weapons Pack v2.1 update.  The card has integrated supports for the helmet and visor, which took some trail and error, but have been tested multiple times and seems to work well.  The update includes a 3mf profile which has a 4 color option, but since the plate is set up to print by object, there are only a few color swaps required (each part is a solid color).  You can find the updated carded version at the links below:

https://makerworld.com/en/models/189444#profileId-860644

https://www.printables.com/model/674660-dummy13-goes-to-the-moon-astronaut-remix-single-co