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Vote Now: MNPCtech Sketch-up compo finishing soon

Published on 30th December 2008 by Richard Swinburne

Vote Now: MNPCtech Sketch-up compo finishing soon

Here is the case the Sketch-Up guys had to start with...

The MNPCTech Sketch-Up competition, in association with the bit-tech community, is due to end soon and these guys require your votes to pick the winner!

Every potential mod needs careful planning, and we realise not everyone has oodles of cash, time or physical skill to crack out a world class mod. However, that doesn't stop anyone designing a great looking mod!

Pick from the potentials below, then vote in the forum thread and voice why you think your chosen Sketch-Up artist has the right design for a great looking case.

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500mph 17th August 2008, 04:57 Quote
Very nice idea here. I would be in for designing something since there is cheesecake on the line.
We could start a donation pot(about a dollar each) to buy the cheesecake with.
Here's how I would do it.
bentleya 17th August 2008, 09:14 Quote
sweet i'm in :D coool will start later prob wont know it is a SilverStone Temjin SST-TJ03B at the end
Aterius Gmork 17th August 2008, 10:15 Quote
I'll be in. :D
Dark~3nergy 17th August 2008, 10:16 Quote
is rendering plugins allowed, like vray for sketch-up ??
nice idea btw !
:D
Aterius Gmork 17th August 2008, 10:26 Quote
It shouldn't be. "Google SketchUp must be used to make this model, i.e. no 3dsmax, no Alias Maya or Cobalt or whatever else there is available these days..."

It would be a bit unfair to those of us who have weak hardware or cannot afford the expensive programs - such as Sketchup Pro.
Mankz 17th August 2008, 11:24 Quote
NO! Let me have my Cobalt... WAAH!
bentleya 17th August 2008, 11:44 Quote
Quote:
Originally Posted by Aterius Gmork
It shouldn't be. "Google SketchUp must be used to make this model, i.e. no 3dsmax, no Alias Maya or Cobalt or whatever else there is available these days..."

It would be a bit unfair to those of us who have weak hardware or cannot afford the expensive programs - such as Sketchup Pro.

theirs not much difference my friend just different plugins and a few different bits :D most the stuff in pro most people never use
Aterius Gmork 17th August 2008, 11:54 Quote
There is one big difference: The ability to export models as filetypes such as .3ds - which are compatible to better render engines than Kerkythea. ;)
bentleya 17th August 2008, 11:58 Quote
well yes thats what i meant by different plugins, and where not aloud to reader anyways, so :D
modgodtanvir 17th August 2008, 12:24 Quote
Quote:
Originally Posted by 500mph

We could start a donation pot(about a dollar each) to buy the cheesecake with.
Here's how I would do it.

Nice idea dude, but I reckon if the idea is good, I'd be willing to buy you the cheesecake myself ;) If the prize was more expensive than cheesecake, like some hardware or something, I might actually have used a fundable account...

EDIT:
Quote:
AMENDMENT 1.1: ONLY THE FEATURES AVAILABLE IN THE FREE VERSION OF SKETCHUP MAY BE USED. So no 3D rendering, no V-Ray and no Mankz. no Cobalt
ComputerKing 17th August 2008, 12:49 Quote
Cool I look forward for this ;)
Aterius Gmork 17th August 2008, 13:02 Quote
I'd still say no! We can have another contest for renders, but a good design with a good render will always win against a better design without one.

Otherwise we say Kerkythea only, to keep the contest "free" of expensive programs.

I'll still participate anyway, as this is about the fun, not the winning (as I won't win), but still it should be fair.
Xtrafresh 17th August 2008, 13:08 Quote
oh, i'm deninately gunna send in my own contribution. My head is tilting with ideas
Quote:
Originally Posted by Aterius Gmork
I'll still participate anyway, as this is about the fun, not the winning (as I won't win), but still it should be fair.
Not for the winning? There's cheesecake involved man!
bentleya 17th August 2008, 13:10 Quote
i agree Aterius Gmork no renders but it wound be nice to see it done just not for this compo, like i mean once the compo is over post away rendered images :D just wait to it is finished

EDIT: modgodtanvir maybe you could make a lis tin OP of who is entering?
Xtrafresh 17th August 2008, 13:24 Quote
this would be a great opportunity for some sponsors to jump in and fund the winning design to actually be built :)
bentleya 17th August 2008, 13:45 Quote
yes Xtrafresh :D but some may be to wild to be built *cough* mine *cough* well cound be done but may take a hell of a long time
modgodtanvir 17th August 2008, 13:46 Quote
ArteriusGmork presents a good point. Hence,
Quote:
AMENDMENT 1.1: ONLY THE FEATURES AVAILABLE IN THE FREE VERSION OF SKETCHUP MAY BE USED. So no 3D rendering, no V-Ray and no Mankz. no Cobalt

@bentleya, you may submit a design whenever you wish, and it will be added to a list in the OP. If you choose to amend the model, maybe add something, state that it is a different version, and I will amend this on the OP. After the final deadline, which atm is 31st Oct 2008, no more entries will be taken, and a pool will be opened to decide the winner.

A sponsor would be pretty amazing. I'll have a go at sending out a few emails, see if I can get a reply...
Dark~3nergy 17th August 2008, 15:00 Quote
I'm in, I've just stared drawing it
modgodtanvir 17th August 2008, 15:17 Quote
Looking forward to it. I'm just gotten started on mine as well!

Is anybody else looking at the level of detail in this model and just thinking - WHOA!
bentleya 17th August 2008, 15:25 Quote
lol just got started on mine to :D
bigsharn 17th August 2008, 16:43 Quote
When you say we're not allowed to use other programs...


How does a scanner, pen and a piece of paper sound?:)
Krikkit 17th August 2008, 17:13 Quote
I'd say that's against the spirit of the comp tbh. The idea is to exercise mad sketchup skills to model something, not get your pen & paper out and go mad with your imagination. :p
bigsharn 17th August 2008, 17:39 Quote
I thought the point was to go mad on sketchup

But Sharnypoodle can't sketchup to save his life:(
bentleya 17th August 2008, 17:48 Quote
then sorry my friend this compo is'nt for you :(
Mankz 17th August 2008, 19:38 Quote
Quote:
Originally Posted by modgodtanvir
AMENDMENT 1.1: ONLY THE FEATURES AVAILABLE IN THE FREE VERSION OF SKETCHUP MAY BE USED. So no 3D rendering, no V-Ray and no Mankz. no Cobalt

Meanie :'( I'll probably not par-take then due to ma' arm.. Best of luck peeps...

(I bet the winner is gonna be one of: Dark-Energy Scooby or Nexxo)
bentleya 17th August 2008, 20:06 Quote
meh mankz you not seen my monster skills ?????
Mankz 17th August 2008, 20:40 Quote
Nope.
modgodtanvir 17th August 2008, 20:41 Quote
Quote:
Originally Posted by bigsharn

But Sharnypoodle can't sketchup to save his life:(

Believe me dude, when I say it is the best time to learn. A month ago, I couldn't SketchUp a box, but after sticking to it for a few hours, I'd happily say I can do just about anything... honestly, just give it a shot ;) I look forward to seeing an entry from you.
Quote:
Originally Posted by Mankz.
Meanie :'( I'll probably not par-take then due to ma' arm.. Best of luck peeps...

(I bet the winner is gonna be one of: Dark-Energy Scooby or Nexxo)

Go on! Give it a shot! Its no Cobalt, but my god is it fun.

And apparently, neither have you seen my prodigious modding skills :p

I've also sent a few emails out, so I'll keep you all posted on the sponsor-obtaining progress...

MGT
bentleya 17th August 2008, 20:53 Quote
Quote:
Originally Posted by Mankz.
Nope.

then me amazed then mankz :D
Cheapskate 18th August 2008, 05:10 Quote
I'm Diabetic...and allergic to sketchup. Can we use MS Paint?:)
confusis 18th August 2008, 06:07 Quote
Mod in progress :D
tominated 18th August 2008, 09:26 Quote
what if we can't use sketchup for crap? can we draw it, pretty please? c'mon you have to be nice to me, i had a supratentorial primitive neuro-ectodermal brain tumor
Dark~3nergy 18th August 2008, 21:26 Quote
héhé

http://i213.photobucket.com/albums/cc224/dark3nergy/bit-techdesigncompetition.jpg

angerfist - maniac killa was on the radio when I started modeling it(not realy a good track though, but I like the name)
still have a lot to do

BTW. can I post multiple mods ?
modgodtanvir 18th August 2008, 21:31 Quote
Absolutely awesome! Looking forward to seeing what else you have in stock for us!

You can work on as many ideas as you would like, but to keep it fair for everyone else, I'll have to say that you have to chose your favourite to submit as your entry...

Mine is about 10% ready. I'll post up a pic when my front panel is done.

MGT
Dark~3nergy 18th August 2008, 21:33 Quote
ok, thanks ^^
badders 18th August 2008, 22:10 Quote
Quote:

I had to read that 4 times before it stopped saying "Mankz Killah"

hee hee!
ComputerKing 18th August 2008, 22:24 Quote
Quote:
Originally Posted by badders
I had to read that 4 times before it stopped saying "Mankz Killah"

hee hee!

I AGREE!!!
confusis 18th August 2008, 22:47 Quote
current sketchup file's so big it's lagging my pc :S

here's a sneak preview:
http://img523.imageshack.us/my.php?image=bittechentryfm0.jpg
(i'm trying to use as many of my own components i've submitted to jazzle's collection lol)
bentleya 18th August 2008, 22:57 Quote
http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/hh122/skiaaron/Bit-Tech%20Tj03%20Design%20Compo/Picture1.png

http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/hh122/skiaaron/Bit-Tech%20Tj03%20Design%20Compo/Picture2.png

http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/hh122/skiaaron/Bit-Tech%20Tj03%20Design%20Compo/Picture3.png

might as well chuck in some teaser shots :D new front panel, new top, exteneded sides, inveted atx setup with psu down bottom :D
Dark~3nergy 18th August 2008, 23:25 Quote
Quote:
I had to read that 4 times before it stopped saying "Mankz Killah" ...
I AGREE!!!
lol

nice color confusis,

bentleya, that look's realy amazing !
bentleya 18th August 2008, 23:32 Quote
:D hehe thanks that just one need to sort a few more things out :P but i will prob do 2-3 models :D got to try and bet your crazy res invention thing :D
Dark~3nergy 19th August 2008, 20:33 Quote
mine is soon finished :)

http://i213.photobucket.com/albums/cc224/dark3nergy/bit-techdesigncompetition-1.jpg

http://i213.photobucket.com/albums/cc224/dark3nergy/bit-techdesigncompetitionfront.jpg

haha, secret weapon !!

http://i213.photobucket.com/albums/cc224/dark3nergy/bit-techdesigncompetitionsw.jpg

I let you gess what that thing is. :D

http://i213.photobucket.com/albums/cc224/dark3nergy/bit-techdesigncompetitionsb.jpg

I still have to do tubes, the GPUs and some small details.

:D
badders 19th August 2008, 20:46 Quote
Wow - that's Nice.
Top-notch work Dark~3nergy!
ComputerKing 19th August 2008, 21:03 Quote
Dark~3nergy YOU Really Have MAD SKILLS!!! OMG just WOW. Well done.
Dark~3nergy 19th August 2008, 21:25 Quote
thanks mate ! ^^
modgodtanvir 19th August 2008, 23:38 Quote
Awesome!

Its a long shot but is the box in the drive bays a UPS?
x06jsp 20th August 2008, 00:30 Quote
Hey dark it looks to me like you have used some kind of plugin for your rendering as thats not the sketchup background.....

am i right?

If im wrong i apologise and very very very good work ;)

josh
modgodtanvir 20th August 2008, 00:48 Quote
Well, as I struggle away with SketchUp (nightmare with curves, isn't it?) I thought I'd introduce you to my idea - Project GT-R. I did a quick hand drawn sketch to have something to refer to, proportion-wise:
http://i34.tinypic.com/er0n4w.jpg

Yep, she's based on the new Nissan GT-R! Its not particularly beautiful, nor has it heritage and its not particularly expensive (qualities I look for in a dream car) but this awesome product of engineering has quickly become my favourite car. With mind numbing speed, and a design influenced by the PlayStation era of Gran Turismo and Gundam Wing, I wanted my case design to reflect all these attributes of the eponymous vehicle... So we'll have lots of aggressive angles, and style inspired by function. And of course, it'll need to be clever and high tech.

I'll fill you in a bit more on the design when I have a few SketchUp models to show you...

Regards until then,;)
MGT
Dark~3nergy 20th August 2008, 06:15 Quote
x06jsp, nope, I just made a grey highpoly "half-sphere"

modgodtanvir, could have been, but its a picoitx computer.
Ending Credits 20th August 2008, 07:38 Quote
It looks a bit like an Evo X in that drawing. :p

(And now I'm wondering which would win in a race)
modgodtanvir 20th August 2008, 12:13 Quote
Quote:
Originally Posted by Dark~3nergy


modgodtanvir, could have been, but its a picoitx computer.

Aah (I've got one in mine too... )

Quote:
Originally Posted by Ending Credits
It looks a bit like an Evo X in that drawing. :p

(And now I'm wondering which would win in a race)

You know - you're actually right!
So now its a question of:
http://www.carzi.com/wp-content/uploads/nissan-gtr-garage-defend.jpg vs. http://image.sportcompactcarweb.com/f/car-news/mitsubishi-lancer-evolution-x/7194014+w640+cr1+re0+ar1/mitsubishi-lancer-evolution-x.jpg

Its crazy how similar they both look... I'll stick with the GT-R and change my design - make it more GT-R-like...

And the GT-R would kick the Evo's ass in a race

MGT
x06jsp 20th August 2008, 12:22 Quote
Quote:
Originally Posted by Dark~3nergy
x06jsp, nope, I just made a grey highpoly "half-sphere"

modgodtanvir, could have been, but its a picoitx computer.

Ah awesome it looks great ;)
confusis 22nd August 2008, 11:47 Quote
http://img185.imageshack.us/my.php?image=bittechentry3nz4.jpg

another progress pic.. file is now above 30mb.. my sempron's struggling! even with 2gb ram :S

Edit: Overclocked the Sempron to 2.2ghz... quick and easy 22% o/c via a Nvidia untility. running a wee bit faster.. until I make the file like 50mb :(
Ending Credits 22nd August 2008, 12:48 Quote
Haha, I am so going to do a Radiator like that bottom one in my upcoming project! (assuming I can actually manage it, or you are going to do one like that yourself)
modgodtanvir 22nd August 2008, 17:25 Quote
Quote:
Originally Posted by confusis
http://img185.imageshack.us/my.php?image=bittechentry3nz4.jpg

another progress pic.. file is now above 30mb.. my sempron's struggling! even with 2gb ram :S

Wow dude, thats looking brilliant! >30MB?! thats crazy! Mine's like only 5MB

EDIT: Correction, 21MB! I didn't realise they got that big on Sketchup...

Big update coming soon. We have some pretty awesome prizes on the line. More on that later....
Cheapskate 22nd August 2008, 18:02 Quote
@Bentleya I like the res design. Since this is a 'pooter model and not an actual build, You can do stuff that would be impossible to build. I'd curve the front of the tubes into each other and shape the top grill around it. The side additions would look less 'tacked' on if you blended the bulge into the front panel somehow.


...oops. Can we give feedback? I live for threads with a lot of brainstorming.
modgodtanvir 22nd August 2008, 18:14 Quote
Of course you can give feedback ;)

This thread, as much as being a competition, is a tribute to the world of PC design, aiming to inspire and raise awareness of this awesome technology. It also promotes free software :p
bentleya 22nd August 2008, 19:02 Quote
Quote:
Originally Posted by Cheapskate
@Bentleya I like the res design. Since this is a 'pooter model and not an actual build, You can do stuff that would be impossible to build. I'd curve the front of the tubes into each other and shape the top grill around it. The side additions would look less 'tacked' on if you blended the bulge into the front panel somehow.


...oops. Can we give feedback? I live for threads with a lot of brainstorming.

cheapskate..... 2 steps head of you already done it but wont post a picture to sunday :D to i get some more done :D just having issuse with one bit at the mo but will sort it :D
Dark~3nergy 22nd August 2008, 21:24 Quote
Quote:
Originally Posted by Cheapskate
... You can do stuff that would be impossible to build...

lol, I didn't think at that :D
so I started with another one, more "extreme",

http://i213.photobucket.com/albums/cc224/dark3nergy/2218.jpg
Aterius Gmork 22nd August 2008, 22:20 Quote
Once the competition is over we should figure out how to build this case, it looks not that hard. And it looks awesome. ;)
modgodtanvir 23rd August 2008, 17:30 Quote
Just check out the prizes, fools!
ComputerKing 23rd August 2008, 17:44 Quote
Good job modgodtanvir :) Well done :D
modgodtanvir 23rd August 2008, 17:52 Quote
Thanks man! I hope we'll be seeing an entry from you...? Those prizes are looking pretty sweet!
ComputerKing 23rd August 2008, 18:08 Quote
Quote:
Originally Posted by modgodtanvir
Thanks man! I hope we'll be seeing an entry from you...? Those prizes are looking pretty sweet!

:) Yes they are sweet :D But I'm not sure about my entry :( Time sucks. It's better if that competition was in the beginning of the summer not in the end

but I wish good luck for every one
Cheapskate 23rd August 2008, 18:44 Quote
:) I just checked out the prizes. I'm amazed TGS has some equipment he hasn't modded yet.

@Dark~3nergy - I thought that might open the floodgates. I wish I had time to learn sketchup now... -p.s. Your case is still square. you're not chopping hard enough! :)
modgodtanvir 23rd August 2008, 18:50 Quote
Go on Cheapskate! Its easy to learn SketchUp... and you have over 2 months!

If it'll look anything like BlooBalls, I want to see it!

MGT
Dark~3nergy 23rd August 2008, 20:46 Quote
thanks Cheapskate and Aterius Gmork,
it's not finished yet ^^

great to see that they are some "better" prices, thought it would have been fun to win a cheesecake :D
modgodtanvir 23rd August 2008, 20:57 Quote
Haha. Tell you what Dark~3nergy, if you win, I'll send you a cheesecake as well ;) :p

Those prizes are indeed looking juicy... I don't know which I would rather have...

And I've decided to scrap the Nissan GT-R based project - not complicated enough. I'm designing something far cooler... and I'm quite tempted to try the Nissan GT-R idea on ,y own computer...
bentleya 23rd August 2008, 21:28 Quote
wooot :P even more resen for me to stop modding and finsih call dibs on t-shirt and the feet rest is you guys :P
TheGreatSatan 23rd August 2008, 21:59 Quote
I have sketchup and I'm not that bad at it, but I don't know where you guys get these computer related parts from.
x06jsp 23rd August 2008, 22:02 Quote
Mate check the link in this thread :D
http://forums.bit-tech.net/showthread.php?t=46003

And i better get on with my design then if i wanna win anything :D lol

Josh
Colt 45 J 23rd August 2008, 22:02 Quote
I may give it a go. But I am totally building this in proDESKTOP first, as sketchup is a bit touchy on my machine sometimes, so it's better to fiddle with the design in something that works, then just rebuild it in sketchup.
modgodtanvir 23rd August 2008, 22:04 Quote
Jezmck has a collection of community submitted parts here: http://scc.jezmckean.com/ and I think Google has its own SketchUp 'Warehouse' as well. The level of detail that some people have in their models is often just staggering.
jhanlon303 23rd August 2008, 22:28 Quote
OK. I'm in. I downloaded Sketchup and the case. I'll try it out.
John
BlueOcean 23rd August 2008, 22:39 Quote
Quote:
Originally Posted by modgodtanvir
Jezmck has a collection of community submitted parts here: http://scc.jezmckean.com/ and I think Google has its own SketchUp 'Warehouse' as well. The level of detail that some people have in their models is often just staggering.

This websit : http://scc.jezmckean.com/ , download frees?
Colt 45 J 23rd August 2008, 22:39 Quote
Maybe its just me but the sketchup file you have... it shows the fans sticking out of the back of the case... is that right? I think they are supposed to be on the INSIDE of the case in the back not the outside... :/
modgodtanvir 23rd August 2008, 22:53 Quote
@ BlueOcean - Yep ;) All free dude. Just try it.

@ Colt - The two rear fans in the model are indeed outside the case. I'm not sure if its meant to be that way (I would expect fans to be inside) since I don't own this case, but Scooby is usually pretty accurate... either way, you can make it however you wish in you own model.
x06jsp 23rd August 2008, 23:10 Quote
when is the deadline for this then???

Josh
modgodtanvir 23rd August 2008, 23:27 Quote
At the moment, its at 12 midnight on 31st October 2008, (see First Post) and should stay that way, though depending on the circumstances this might change.

So... I suppose that gives you over 2 months, which I hope is enough time for everyone who wants a go to get an entry in.

Regards,
MGT
x06jsp 23rd August 2008, 23:36 Quote
lol aweesome thats more than enough time :D may work on a couple then submit my fave

Josh
modgodtanvir 23rd August 2008, 23:47 Quote
Sure man, its all about the ideas Show us as many as you like, and just tell me which one you would like to enter for the competition.

;)
MGT
mnpctech 24th August 2008, 12:24 Quote
Glad to be the sponser for this contest ;)

A lot of great designs already. I love watching the engineering that goes into these sketches.

Dark~3nergy, I really like your bezel design. I can imagine those vetical bars as polished aluminum or translucent red acrylic
http://i213.photobucket.com/albums/cc224/dark3nergy/bit-techdesigncompetition-1.jpg


Confusis, I'm in love with the heatsink styled side panel
Quote:
Originally Posted by confusis
http://img185.imageshack.us/my.php?image=bittechentry3nz4.jpg

another progress pic.. file is now above 30mb.. my sempron's struggling! even with 2gb ram :S
Colt 45 J 24th August 2008, 17:43 Quote
Ok so this is my first real go at using sketchup to mod (I HATE SKETCHUP AND ITS LACK OF MATE/ALIGN TOOLS!). I have a whole album of views because it's kinda hard to see everything, hence the name: Stealth. (Note: If that name has already been used I will think of another) The case is made without any rounded corners or objects on it and only flat surfaces and corners, to stick with the stealth theme. It's a all dark black plexi and plastic case and the metal is painted in differing shades of dark gray, the interior is left light metal color so it shows through the plexi better. Well gimme any opinions on it please ^^ its not as intricate as most of yours but its still up there (there are a LOT of triangles and the likes in there that are barely visible due to the black color). Enjoy the pics:http://i217.photobucket.com/albums/cc207/alacoshi/StealthCase/StealthCasePainted1.png

Album of diff views: http://s217.photobucket.com/albums/cc207/alacoshi/StealthCase/

Unfortunately your album is password protected. Set it for public access if you want people to see it! --nexxo

Please note I did not put in any hardware except for the DVD drive because its about the case not the hardware right? ;) Plus rather that the majority of it be my work.
modgodtanvir 24th August 2008, 18:31 Quote
Nice one dude ;)

What would be absolutely awesome would be if you could incorporate some metal plates, riveted together, like you might see on the surface of some sort of Stealth aircraft... like you see on the metal in this image.

MGT
Colt 45 J 24th August 2008, 19:09 Quote
yea I may do that around the edges. I'll work on that a bit and see if I can make anything of it. though sketchup is a pain in the ass to do detail work like that I'll give it a go. post up a pic if I can get it to look right.
Edit: I'm working on it, it looks cool but does kinda defeat the whole "Stealth" theme, even though stealth aircraft do have rivets :/ I'll post up a draft soon and you guys can choose whichever is better looking.
Oreon_237 24th August 2008, 23:01 Quote
all the designs on this thread are awesome, cant wait to see some more, but arghh! sketchup doesn't work work on my computer for some insane reason!
confusis 25th August 2008, 01:13 Quote
I've found the issue - I forgot to enable hardware accelleration.. d'oh!

ARG! had sketchup crash twice (getting used to the 'bugsplat' messages) already on this model
mnpctech 25th August 2008, 01:22 Quote
Welcome to the competition thread guys. Look 4ward to seeing your entries :)
confusis 25th August 2008, 11:42 Quote
change of colour. got sick of staring at orange!
http://img187.imageshack.us/my.php?image=bittechentrykt2.jpg
mnpctech 25th August 2008, 13:26 Quote
I didn't mind the Orange, but Blue looks good too confusis!

Posted contest on my blog to draw more interest, CaseModBlog.Com
skullen 25th August 2008, 13:38 Quote
My red thingy,not brill but i thought i would have a go :)
http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s184/kcisn22007/redthingy.jpg
Ending Credits 25th August 2008, 16:30 Quote
I think I might enter.
Thacrudd 25th August 2008, 16:52 Quote
Major props to the sponsors for supporting the cause

@Dark~3nergy - I am in love with that case, for real. Very, very, nice job!
@confusis - I totally agree with Bill, that side panel is sick!

Good luck to you all, I feel like I need to learn Sketchup now. My Sketchup skills are that of a monkey :D
mnpctech 25th August 2008, 17:56 Quote
Ok, confusis and skullen, your ideas for the heatsink style panel protrusions are really hitting me with inspiration!
bigsharn 25th August 2008, 18:33 Quote
Looking at the entrants so far I feel so insignificant:(

*runs away*
Dark~3nergy 25th August 2008, 18:51 Quote
bigsharn, don't give up , you still have 2 month to make an über case. :)

mnpctech, thanks, I wanted the edges to be polished and the rest just sanded.
thanks Thacrudd :D
skullen 25th August 2008, 19:11 Quote
There's some nice design's being laid down on these pages ;)
Also available in green :)
http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s184/kcisn22007/greenthingy.jpg

mnpctech
Dark~3nergy
confusis
Cheapskate 25th August 2008, 20:01 Quote
@Skullen - That would look neater if the tapers overlapped, like on the Air Force Academy chapel in Colorado Springs.
The color on the feet need to match too.
It'd also be neat if the top fins and front fins wrapped around the corners and met.
Realiks 25th August 2008, 20:06 Quote
Cool I'm in
Mankz 25th August 2008, 20:11 Quote
I'm glad to see this compo getting some recognition, Nice one Bill...

I really love the ideas with the 'heat-sinks' or fins, something that hasn't really been done!
stuartwood89 25th August 2008, 20:33 Quote
I've downloaded the file, but for some reason Sketchup is extremely slow and it won't do anything when I try to change stuff.

I prefer the older release.
confusis 25th August 2008, 23:03 Quote
Thanks for the comments guys :) They're appreciated as this contest will be voted by all of you
mnpctech 26th August 2008, 02:44 Quote
Quote:
Originally Posted by Mankz.
I'm glad to see this compo getting some recognition, Nice one Bill...

I really love the ideas with the 'heat-sinks' or fins, something that hasn't really been done!

Rignt on Mankz!

I've been watching these guys and imagining a 1.5" thick clear acrylic cnc milled "heat-sink" style cover on a case I'm working on right now.
Cheapskate 26th August 2008, 04:45 Quote
Quote:
Originally Posted by mnpctech
Rignt on Mankz!

I've been watching these guys and imagining a 1.5" thick clear acrylic cnc milled "heat-sink" style cover on a case I'm working on right now.

-With coolant running through it.
mnpctech 26th August 2008, 12:24 Quote
nice one Cheapskate, but just a couple of 120mm fans inside it. I want to make something similar to confusis' side panel idea. I ordered a 1-1/4" thick 12" x 24" sheet of clear acrylic last night from mcmaster.com for around $80
The case will be a giveaway prize!, worklog link
Ending Credits 26th August 2008, 13:24 Quote
Cool, show us how you do it. It would be perfect for the mod I'm planning.
Darkstyle 26th August 2008, 17:33 Quote
Lovely Designs,
Wish i had even a bit of those Sketchup skills, because mine will never look like that!.
Very impressive!!!!!
Cheapskate 26th August 2008, 18:08 Quote
Quote:
Originally Posted by mnpctech
I ordered a 1-1/4" thick 12" x 24" sheet of clear acrylic last night from mcmaster.com for around $80
The case will be a giveaway prize!, worklog link

I love that stuff. I just thank God I didn't have to pay for mine.:)
Just one thing...Glue an extra 1/4" sheet to the back of it in your favorite color.:D Trust me. The extra layer will make it look crazy if you polish it.
-Besides, 1 1/4" isn't nearly heavy enough.:)
skullen 26th August 2008, 20:12 Quote
@ Cheapskate ;)
Added bits
http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s184/kcisn22007/greenthingy1.jpg
mnpctech 26th August 2008, 23:38 Quote
Quote:
Originally Posted by Cheapskate
I love that stuff. I just thank God I didn't have to pay for mine.:)
Just one thing...Glue an extra 1/4" sheet to the back of it in your favorite color.:D Trust me. The extra layer will make it look crazy if you polish it.
-Besides, 1 1/4" isn't nearly heavy enough.:)

I will take you up on that and experiment ;)

@ skullen, nice work, I'd love to see that one built and illuminated in person.
Cheapskate 27th August 2008, 00:31 Quote
@Bill - COOL! Just don't try cutting it 'till it cures 24 hours.
@Skullen - I like. The tapers on the side panel accents are a nice touch.
ROB 636 27th August 2008, 00:40 Quote
Quote:
Originally Posted by skullen
@ Cheapskate ;)
Added bits
http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s184/kcisn22007/greenthingy1.jpg

Make it orange instead of green and you have another Half-Life2 case mod.
confusis 27th August 2008, 06:08 Quote
All done I think :)
Special thanks to all those who donate their models to Jazzle's Sketchup collection!
I may have another design in the works so this isn't necessarily my entry. :p

http://img357.imageshack.us/my.php?image=bittechentry1wk9.jpg
http://img501.imageshack.us/my.php?image=bittechentry2zv8.jpg
http://img404.imageshack.us/my.php?image=bittechentry3fn2.jpg
http://img502.imageshack.us/my.php?image=bittechentry4wc9.jpg
http://img384.imageshack.us/my.php?image=bittechentry5oq7.jpg
http://img262.imageshack.us/my.php?image=bittechentry6fz2.jpg

Asus M2N-MX SE motherboard,
Intel D201gly M-Itx board with m2atx power supply,
8x Serial ATA HDD's with custom cable channels
4x IDE HDD's with custom cable channels,
water cooling system with custom res,
psone screen, card reader and optical drive on front panel,
a few fans :p
bentleya 27th August 2008, 07:23 Quote
think you need to work on the tubing :/
confusis 27th August 2008, 07:29 Quote
Quote:
Originally Posted by bentleya
think you need to work on the tubing :/

Yeah It's the only thing I haven't managed to do decently.. I pretty much gave up. New design I'm working on is air cooled :p
modgodtanvir 27th August 2008, 11:12 Quote
Nice one confusis ;)

The side panels are rather awesome. Apart from the tubing, I'd say it'd look pretty cool with two handles on the top, like the stands on the bottom... and maybe something more interesting around the PSOne screen...

Happy SketchUping ;)
MGT
stuartwood89 27th August 2008, 11:28 Quote
I love the details in the motherboard and PCI cards, did you do those yourself?

EDIT:: I see you used a texture for the circuitry, what about the ports?
mnpctech 27th August 2008, 12:09 Quote
Lookin good, I like the case stand design too confusis ;)
Cheapskate 27th August 2008, 19:45 Quote
Nice one Confusis. It looks very 'kickable'. :D (or maybe 'toe-breakable.')
skullen 27th August 2008, 20:48 Quote
It does look good confusis ;)
Ending Credits 27th August 2008, 21:31 Quote
Not really a contest thing but I planned this today:

http://i34.tinypic.com/k96d54.jpg

Sorry for being so Off Topic but what do you guys think?
mnpctech 27th August 2008, 21:41 Quote
I like the SPIDER design... You should consider entering the contest, by incorporating your panel design into the model of the SilverStone Temjin SST-TJ03B, drawn by Scooby file here and add some other cool stuff too.
Macros_the_Black 27th August 2008, 21:53 Quote
I like the spider design, but I think the ATI AMD logo looks a bit out of place.. like it doesn't really fit the style (even if SPIDER is typed in a ATI-like font). If you are adamant about keeping it, then how about making it a little smaller and perhaps moving it so it is at the center of the spider web? (I have no idea if this would look ok)

[edit]
How about just keeping the ATI part of the logo and stick the AMD part elsewhere on the case?
Kind of like this
Code:
 ATI
/||\\       <----- (web)
SPIDER
[/edit]
Ending Credits 28th August 2008, 00:02 Quote
http://i34.tinypic.com/mbhgnr.jpg
Well that's it on the TJ03. Added the mesh which will eventually have a 240 rad behind it where the HDD cage is when I get around to sketchup again.

The only problem with removing the ATI/AMD bit is that it leaves the case a bit bare. I suppose I could put a window in.
mnpctech 28th August 2008, 11:55 Quote
Quote:
Originally Posted by Ending Credits


The only problem with removing the ATI/AMD bit is that it leaves the case a bit bare. I suppose I could put a window in.

Good call, I like the mesh backing too.
Macros_the_Black 28th August 2008, 16:34 Quote
True (a bit bare w/o the AMD bit)... did some quick "photoshopping" on it to see what it would look like it the ATI and AMD elements where moved around, and didn't come up with anything that looked better. <=) This is one of the alternatives, but I can't really say I like it -> pic
The mesh looks great!
Mankz 28th August 2008, 16:52 Quote
I love the webby bit... Perhaps is you got rid of the AMD and ATI names, and extended the AMD Logo across most of the panel, with it starting at the top of the web?
Ending Credits 28th August 2008, 19:42 Quote
Well I've updated the panel a bit:

http://i37.tinypic.com/14vrcqw.png

I templated the AMD Spider picture as a background and traced around it. Unfortunately sketchup can be a bit strange about what it thinks is a plane and what is just lines on a background so I had to go over each section a few times picking out all the little faults. I was planning on putting the spider where the ATI logo is ATM but I thought it might make a good window so I scaled it up (had to move it off the side to do that and then move it back on).

I didn't really want to put the ATI logo at the top of the web but then it all looked a bit out of place with nothing there. I might put the AMD Polygon there instead.

I also need more ideas as the rest of the case is still pretty stock. Hopefully most of the stuff I put in this will translate well to my upcoming project. :D

http://i38.tinypic.com/2lw4zl1.png

I put in three 3870x2s to be replaced by Scooby's 4870x2. Technicly they don't all fit because of the fans on the radiator where the drive bay was. I don't know if the full cover waterblocks will fit either with those fans in the way. Motherboard is an ASUS M3A32-MVP although not finished.
Cheapskate 28th August 2008, 20:12 Quote
I got a thread hijack question for Bill - Does McMaster still only charge $5 for shipping overweight items?

-back on topic: I'm playing with SketchUp too now, you b*stards! It hurts! -and it's this thread's fault!
Ending Credits 28th August 2008, 20:41 Quote
Yeah, my back is killing me right now. :p
Macros_the_Black 28th August 2008, 20:54 Quote
@ Ending Credits: Cool!!! Hehe, I was going to suggest putting a spider on there (at a different angle than yours is now), with a large rear segment, and then having the AMD/ATI logo on that rear segment.. but I thought maybe you didn't want too much "spider" on there, so I didn't suggest it.... I guess I had you wrong, and I'm glad, cause that spider is _wicked_!!! BD
skullen 28th August 2008, 22:27 Quote
Nice one Ending Credits ;)
Orange thingy
http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s184/kcisn22007/orangethingy.jpg
Cheapskate 29th August 2008, 00:33 Quote


I like:D

-But now ya gotta change the front feet to curl around the front a bit.:D
(I'm going to keep doing this 'till someone kills me.)
modgodtanvir 29th August 2008, 00:59 Quote
Ha, addictive, isn't it? I've been SketchUp-ing for hours now...
Fyve 29th August 2008, 01:46 Quote
Quote:
1x Mnpctech Machined Aluminum Case Feet (Store Link)

One case foot? Don't know how stable that is, lol. I'm joking. Looks like I will have to try my luck, prizes and entries are getting very interesting.
mnpctech 29th August 2008, 03:09 Quote
skullen, I agree with Cheapstake, incorporating the feet would bring it together

yea, I figured the 1x case feet would prompt somebody to ask :D

Quote:
Originally Posted by Cheapskate
I got a thread hijack question for Bill - Does McMaster still only charge $5 for shipping overweight items?

I don't know, I generally buy smaller size stuff. Mrs mnpctech handles all of our bills and business paperwork. I'll ask if shes ever noticed and PM you. btw: 1-1/4" thick, 2' x 1' sheet of clear acrylic arrived today, 15-3/4 lbs!
Cheapskate 29th August 2008, 18:46 Quote
I think it should be on the packing invoice.
This thread needed a bump anyway.:D
@modgodtanvir - where's your pics?
Mankz 29th August 2008, 18:50 Quote
Quote:
Originally Posted by mnpctech
skullen, I agree with Cheapstake, incorporating the feet would bring it together

Another vote here! It looks much nicer in orange Skullen!
mnpctech 29th August 2008, 21:11 Quote
Quote:
Originally Posted by Cheapskate
I think it should be on the packing invoice.
This thread needed a bump anyway.:D

No record here, of oversize shipping charges in our records, but as i stated, we hardly ever order large items.. Best for you to contact Mcmaster directly
Cheapskate 30th August 2008, 01:18 Quote
You don't consider that chunk of aluminum and the 1 1/4" plexi large?:)
jhanlon303 30th August 2008, 02:16 Quote
Quote:
Originally Posted by Cheapskate
You don't consider that chunk of aluminum and the 1 1/4" plexi large?:)
Cheaps,
This is the guy who ships that Aluminum battleship case we ALL lust after all over. Whats a little plexi or alu?
John
Cheapskate 30th August 2008, 06:44 Quote
Exactly my point. I'd like to know if I'm going to get pooched on shipping of BATTLESHIP parts.:)

-Anyway...
http://i204.photobucket.com/albums/bb255/cheapskate_02/manifoldtop.jpg
I'm in. I cut my finger and can't do anything 'til it heals.
http://i204.photobucket.com/albums/bb255/cheapskate_02/_WTF1.jpg
Forgive the roughness. My Sketchup-fu is weak. I'm seriously NOT liking the lack of alignment tools, etc...
skullen 30th August 2008, 08:23 Quote
Thanks for the replys ;)

Nice one Cheapskate ;)

Orange thingy with a base.
http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s184/kcisn22007/orangethingy-1.jpg
Thanks for looking;)
Cheapskate 30th August 2008, 18:00 Quote
@Skullen - nah, dude. The feet were way better. Big stepped bases should be reserved for science fair projects and wedding cakes. Even Architecture professors poo poo them now.


We need more people in this contest!!! Where is everybody? This is fun! Get naked-er I mean, get to modeling.
Mankz 30th August 2008, 18:25 Quote
Skull, I like it, but I thought you would continue the lines down uner the base to form feet.

(I just realised its your design not mine :p)
bentleya 30th August 2008, 23:17 Quote
i'm lurking he he cant be botherd to keep posting :D done some changes nothing worth of a picture update tho :D
mnpctech 30th August 2008, 23:30 Quote
Quote:
Originally Posted by jhanlon303
Cheaps,
This is the guy who ships that Aluminum battleship case we ALL lust after all over. Whats a little plexi or alu?
John

ROFL! I only shipped it once, AMD covers it's travel expenses now. (sigh of relief)
dragon2309 31st August 2008, 00:04 Quote
Quote:
Originally Posted by Cheapskate
@Skullen - nah, dude. The feet were way better. Big stepped bases should be reserved for science fair projects and wedding cakes. Even Architecture professors poo poo them now.


We need more people in this contest!!! Where is everybody? This is fun! Get naked-er I mean, get to modeling.
I would have been among the first to enter, but unfortunately sketchup doesnt work in linux...
Macros_the_Black 31st August 2008, 21:51 Quote
@ Cheapskate: That pump top looks cool, but very hard to machine. Especially those S-curved outlets, but also those tube/pipes in the top section that intersect at an angle.. I'm guessing that it's Sketchup that's holding you back atm, and that you have future refinements planned already... am I way off?
[edit]
I almost forgot.. have you read this Laing DDC 3.2 (MCP 355) Pump Top Test Comparison? There's a "Possible Design Tweaks" section at the bottom that might be of interest.
[/edit]
Cheapskate 1st September 2008, 00:50 Quote
@Macros - I'm just going for the general concept there. I know I could make this with 2 stock tops and 2 sheets of plexi, it would just have channels milled in instead of the bore job. I'd probably make it much more complicated in real life too. (Dual layer maze intake, anyone?)
I'm surprised no one dissed me on the custom extruded WC colplates for the hardrives. That one I could never afford in real life.
http://i204.photobucket.com/albums/bb255/cheapskate_02/_wtf1-2.jpg
-silverstone-ification...
http://i204.photobucket.com/albums/bb255/cheapskate_02/_wtf1-4.jpg
-Squid. I like to build cases that stare back.:|
Thacrudd 1st September 2008, 15:35 Quote
I like the eye Cheapskate, that case looks like it needs crab legs attached to it. (to me anyway lol)
mnpctech 1st September 2008, 16:30 Quote
Very new and organic design, I like it Cheapskate
Cheapskate 1st September 2008, 17:45 Quote
Thanks. Just don't ask me to build it for real.
Ending Credits 1st September 2008, 17:49 Quote
Speaking of building things for real, what would be the best/cheapest way to cut the bottom half of my design into 3mm Aluminium? (Thinnest bridge is about 5mm, thinnest hole is probably closer to 2mm.)

Sorry for the off topic post but I'mm new to modding and I don't want to make a new thread.
skullen 1st September 2008, 22:34 Quote
Looking good Cheapskate ;)
http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s184/kcisn22007/orangethingy-2.jpg
I think this looks better ????
Ending Credits 1st September 2008, 23:01 Quote
I love it although I think you couold do something a little different for the side panels, they look a bit strange. What if you extended the fins (?) to join the front/bottom ones?
Cheapskate 2nd September 2008, 00:03 Quote
Looks good. I just noticed with the front grill wrapped around, you don't even need the feet.(:)
This from a guy with a 2 legged case. )
mnpctech 2nd September 2008, 01:10 Quote
Lookin good skullen, that bezel now looks menacing.. I like that.
skullen 2nd September 2008, 21:10 Quote
Thanks for the replys,much appreciated ;)
Changed the door ????
http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s184/kcisn22007/orangethingy-3.jpg
Thanks for looking ;)
Cheapskate 2nd September 2008, 23:25 Quote
I liked the old sides. how the fans are seated in the top is nice.
-Where did DarkEnergy go? He was throwing designs like a MOFO last week.
wolfticket 3rd September 2008, 00:28 Quote
Man that model is tricky to mod.
My sketchup-skills/computer-hardware just seize up under the pressure as soon as I try to start anything.
We don't have the power capt'n!
:)
mnpctech 3rd September 2008, 14:43 Quote
Quote:
Originally Posted by Cheapskate
I liked the old sides. how the fans are seated in the top is nice

Agreed ^ I'd also consider a different window design so it flows better, maybe horizontal rectangles (that look like vents, or slots)
stuartwood89 3rd September 2008, 17:18 Quote
Quote:
Originally Posted by wolfticket
Man that model is tricky to mod.
My sketchup-skills/computer-hardware just seize up under the pressure as soon as I try to start anything.
We don't have the power capt'n!
:)

Agreed, can someone please upload a stripped down version of this model, so that people without dual-cores can play?

I started mine, after numerous crashes, a graphics driver update and model purge, but I can't show a picture yet cause it's just crashed on me again.

Bear with me.
skullen 3rd September 2008, 20:40 Quote
Thanks for the replys,much appreciated ;)
Different window,fan on front same as top ????
http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s184/kcisn22007/orangethingy-4.jpg
Thanks for looking ;)
stuartwood89 3rd September 2008, 22:05 Quote
Here we go:

Not finished yet obviously. I want to change the colour and sort out the drive bays. The idea is one which I may be using on my next case mod, but the fact this case has a door over the drive bays is a little difficult. Anyway, a real life version would have a hole in that part for optical bays to poke through.

That's acrylic at the front/top in case you can't see it properly, and at the bottom of the case I've extended the lip, where LEDs will go in order to illuminate the panel and the edges of the fan and button holes. Also the curve on the side panel isn't finished yet. Instead of adding a window, I'm adding radial slots on the side to let small amounts of light through.

http://i147.photobucket.com/albums/r315/stuartwood1989/Mod-Comp-1.jpg
Dark~3nergy 3rd September 2008, 22:17 Quote
Quote:
Cheapskate -Where did DarkEnergy go? He was throwing designs like a MOFO last week.

lol, I haven't been feeling very well the last days and I was realy out of inspiration.I tried to strat another case.
and your design is realy amazing Cheapskate !
http://i213.photobucket.com/albums/cc224/dark3nergy/bit-techdesigncompetition2.jpg

alot smaller ^^, but I still don't know what theme to use.

stuartwood89, nice ! you should maybe lower the plexi at the top and push it forwards a bit so it's like 20mm from the case.

skullen, maybe you should make thoes line more round, like great as it's now too ?
scooby 3rd September 2008, 22:26 Quote
What's SketchUp???
















@modgodtanvir, I'm honored that you would chose one of my work. I must have been so busy cuz I just saw this just now. So what?...Can I play too?:D
Dark~3nergy 3rd September 2008, 22:33 Quote
Damn, scooby's in,
it's over :(

:D
modgodtanvir 3rd September 2008, 23:16 Quote
Alright scoob? Believe me, it's been a pleasure to feature your case. The level of detail is just what we've come to expect from you. And you most certainly can play ;)

I look forward to seeing what you have to offer, and indeed, what else Dark~3nergy has up his sleeves.... though having said that, the quality of the rest of these entries is astounding, and might just have what it takes to throw the champs off their mantle...

MGT
scooby 3rd September 2008, 23:22 Quote
I think this is a great way to have some fun and for one very creative SU artist some nice "Bling" to take home. They have a few of these SU competitions (mostly architural) but very very few for computer modding so kudos to modgodtanvir for starting the party.

So to all the SU party boys out their get a get a gallon of your favorite bev ready and get those creative juices going and have some fun. Good Luck to everyone.;)




Scooby;)
The_Beast 3rd September 2008, 23:36 Quote
I hope I can start soon, it's really busy with school starting and a new job and such



I just need to get used to SketchUp again since I've been working with Solidworks so much
Cheapskate 4th September 2008, 03:47 Quote
Quote:
Originally Posted by scooby
So what?...Can I play too?:D

HELL YES! Go postal! I don't even like cheesecake.
In fact...Has anyone given the (other) sketchup sticky threaders a heads up about this?

@Stuart - Nice faceplate. I can tell you from experience that the holes for the fans are unnecessary.:D No one is going to complain about the drive having an invisible door, (I hope. Mine's kinda sketchy there too.)
I'm doing this on a system I built for 3d modeling, but I'm lagging pretty hard too. Maybe it's the 30 million polygons I added for case feet.:)

@DE -Glad you like it.
stuartwood89 4th September 2008, 07:31 Quote
Quote:
Originally Posted by Dark~3nergy
stuartwood89, nice ! you should maybe lower the plexi at the top and push it forwards a bit so it's like 20mm from the case.

That sounds good, I'll try that out and see how it goes. I'll probably end up drawing up a separate model later on for my own case mod (different thread obviously) and I'll factor that into a design as well. :)
Quote:
Originally Posted by Cheapskate
@Stuart - Nice faceplate. I can tell you from experience that the holes for the fans are unnecessary.:D No one is going to complain about the drive having an invisible door, (I hope. Mine's kinda sketchy there too.)
I'm doing this on a system I built for 3d modeling, but I'm lagging pretty hard too. Maybe it's the 30 million polygons I added for case feet.:)

I haven't used sketchup for ages, but it struck me as odd that it was lagging so badly, then I changed to wireframe view and I could see why. Just for reference to anyone else with lag issues: TURN SHADOWS OFF at least when you're working on the model, and maybe removing the fans will help as well, it certainly did for me, and you can always put them back in later. Anyway, if it wasn't so much for the lagging, I'd probably remove the door and somehow bring the drive bays that lay behind it forward, but I hope you guys get the idea :p

Thanks for the comments guys! I'll do some work on it tonight if I don't get too much homework from school.
scooby 4th September 2008, 10:31 Quote
Thanks guys.;)

@Dark~3nergy, you crack me up dude. I'm sure you got something awesome up your sleeve for this contest.;)

@modgodtanvir, thanks my friend, your very kind to say so. When modeling this case and since I have one the detail are very accurate hence it's file size and for those with slower rig a bit overwhelming to manage. So sorry for that but I think that is why modgodtanvir selected it for this contest.

BTW modgodtanvir, would the models have to be complete inside and out...interior and exterior detailed layouts?

I must say though that the cases I've seen so far are fantastic, keep it up everybody.;)



Scooby:p
skullen 4th September 2008, 10:47 Quote
Dark~3nergy ;)
Rounded bits added
http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s184/kcisn22007/orangethingy-5.jpg
Im getting there but im so slow :)
Thacrudd 4th September 2008, 16:54 Quote
Okay skullen I need you to make it transform into a T-rex that cooks pancakes when you pull a lever connected via USB.....GO!

J/K man, really cool design. The way the feet flow with the case is really awesome.
modgodtanvir 4th September 2008, 17:47 Quote
Quote:
Originally Posted by scooby

@modgodtanvir, thanks my friend, your very kind to say so. When modeling this case and since I have one the detail are very accurate hence it's file size and for those with slower rig a bit overwhelming to manage. So sorry for that but I think that is why modgodtanvir selected it for this contest.

BTW modgodtanvir, would the models have to be complete inside and out...interior and exterior detailed layouts?

The reason I chose this particular model was because, apart from being a fairly simple case, just asking for some modding, it is also a pretty awesome model. Everything from the thickness of the aluminium to the grouping of different parts and the accuracy of the model contribute to this little SketchUp based masterpiece. So again, a quick thanks to our pal Scooby

I am sorry for those who aren't able to run SketchUp on their computers. The reason I chose SketchUp was because it is freeware, and thus, everyone can have a go, and because from my experience, SketchUp is less straining on a computer system compared to other programmes I have used. I do wonder if an older, less feature packed version of SketchUp would be less of a drain on your systems...

And as far as the models are concerned, the idea is to express as much detail in your model, as you would in your very own modding projects. Often, as well as having a gorgeous exterior, it is important to have an intuitive and exciting interior to complement it. The level of detail you go to is up to yourself, but I am sure the Bit-Tech community can be the judge of how good your model is :)

In short, yes. This contest features an entire case, therefore the exterior and the interior. No less than what I would expect from you dude ;)

I'm really loving the progress I'm seeing with these designs,
MGT
Cheapskate 4th September 2008, 18:14 Quote
Another startup...
http://i204.photobucket.com/albums/bb255/cheapskate_02/_industrial1.jpg
-A try for Victorian steampunk. I wanted to do a more complex girder design too.:(
I can't even begin to tell you how many bugs I found making this. I should have been half done already.


Stuartwood hit the nail on the head. You should always reduce the render quality first if you have problems. Then there's the advice I give everyone: "Uninstall AOL instant messenger.":)
Kill all unneeded background programs. (Oh, hell this is BT...You people should know this already.)
skullen 4th September 2008, 19:44 Quote
Thanks Thecrudd,appreciated :) ;)
very very nice Cheapskate i like that ;)
stuartwood89 4th September 2008, 19:45 Quote
Quote:
Originally Posted by modgodtanvir
The reason I chose this particular model was because, apart from being a fairly simple case, just asking for some modding, it is also a pretty awesome model. Everything from the thickness of the aluminium to the grouping of different parts and the accuracy of the model contribute to this little SketchUp based masterpiece. So again, a quick thanks to our pal Scooby

I am sorry for those who aren't able to run SketchUp on their computers. The reason I chose SketchUp was because it is freeware, and thus, everyone can have a go, and because from my experience, SketchUp is less straining on a computer system compared to other programmes I have used. I do wonder if an older, less feature packed version of SketchUp would be less of a drain on your systems...

Actually I think that Sketchup is an excellent tool, and an excellent choice of tool to use for such a competition. Also funny you should say actually, cause I must have had an older version when I used it before, cause even the model of a shopping complex I made which used to run flawlessly, now lags a little.

@ Cheapskate: I LOVE those girders! Industrial style looks sweet.
Cheapskate 5th September 2008, 18:09 Quote
Thanks guys! I'm not liking how it's going together, though...
I know this wasn't supposed to be a SU help thread, but this is bugging the hell out of me.
http://i204.photobucket.com/albums/bb255/cheapskate_02/_offsetisbroke2.jpg
-I had all the objects joined properly, and everything was snapped to the surface. There are no crossed objects either. I'm still getting this happening.
http://i204.photobucket.com/albums/bb255/cheapskate_02/_industrial2.jpg
-anyway, I cheated and repeated the same objects everywhere because of that problem. The colors represent dull bronze and tarnished copper.
skullen 5th September 2008, 20:44 Quote
Its looking the part Cheapskate, i like ;)
jhanlon303 6th September 2008, 02:48 Quote
Industrial - Girders are cool, I like it. Steam vents, smoke stacks, gears next.
The steampunk forum I belong to:
http://www.brassgoggles.co.uk/bg-forum/index.php

Sweet place to waste a day or 20

John
PS: Teal is my favorite color. Haven't seen a teal case mod yet, might have to do my own.
mnpctech 6th September 2008, 12:39 Quote
That reminds me of the Erector set I had as a kid Cheapskate, you continue to bring fresh approaches to the table!
Quote:
Originally Posted by skullen
Dark~3nergy ;)
Rounded bits added
http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s184/kcisn22007/orangethingy-5.jpg
Im getting there but im so slow :)

It flows much better..Very cool ideas skullen! :D
Cheapskate 7th September 2008, 18:24 Quote
I didn't get an erector set until I hit puberty. I still like Skullen's first side panel.
Cheapskate 9th September 2008, 18:02 Quote
-And now for something completely purple...
http://i204.photobucket.com/albums/bb255/cheapskate_02/_concavular2.jpg
A little something I slapped together. Don't get me wrong, I still hate Sketchup.
Ending Credits 9th September 2008, 18:11 Quote
Very nice cheapskate.

It does bring up the question: how much are we allowed to change the actual physical design of the case before it starts to stop featuring the case as in the rules? I'm just curious.
stuartwood89 9th September 2008, 20:35 Quote
I guess as long as the original chassis is still recognisable, it's ok.

Cheapskate that's freakin awesome! The side panel looks a little weird and complicated, but some well placed lighting should make it look sweet. I'm absolutely in love with the top and front though, especially with those handles.

Also what the hell is with the background?
Thacrudd 9th September 2008, 21:44 Quote
Quote:
Originally Posted by stuartwood89

Also what the hell is with the background?

Just what I was thinking lol

I finally bit the bullet and learned how to sketchup fairly decent so I'll be uploading my entry in a couple days.
m0o0oeh 10th September 2008, 01:14 Quote
Sketchup makes my lappy BSOD...

Joe
Cheapskate 10th September 2008, 06:11 Quote
Thanks guys. The color is so bright that the stock background was bleeding into the edges...so, CARPET. I'm doing you a favor. The other way hurt to look at.
@Thacrudd - ;) another entry! There's thousands of members and less than ten people building. -There's cheesecake people!!!
mnpctech 10th September 2008, 11:36 Quote
I thought that was carpet, very cool side panel design Cheapskate.
stuartwood89 10th September 2008, 21:23 Quote
It looks like very well vacuumed carpet. I'll update my entry as soon as I get my quad core, in a few weeks.
ry@n 11th September 2008, 14:45 Quote
@ Cheapskate, Very sleek design, not sure on the side but the the way the front intergrates with the top looks amazing.
Quote:
Originally Posted by stuartwood89
I'll update my entry as soon as I get my quad core, in a few weeks.

At last! we can now start to play decent games at our LAN parties lol
Cheapskate 11th September 2008, 18:34 Quote
@Stu- What the heck kind of power do you need to run SU?
Ending Credits 11th September 2008, 18:41 Quote
I've run mine on 512MB and a Centrino 1.8Ghz single core. :p
confusis 11th September 2008, 22:50 Quote
http://img396.imageshack.us/my.php?image=newentryiq6.jpg

new entry - a htpc.. a HUGE htpc :P and aircooled as i can never get watercooling tubes correct in SU :/

i'm running su on a sempron 3200+ with integrated NVidia 6150 video (256mb selected in bios) and 2gb ram and it's smooth as (once I enabled hardware acceleration)
Cheapskate 12th September 2008, 02:45 Quote
Nice one.:D I forgot about fonts. They are good for some quick extrusion making too.
AMD 3.2, 1 gig, 512 meg generic NVidia... -I felt like I should 'fess up.
mnpctech 12th September 2008, 11:42 Quote
Quote:
Originally Posted by confusis
http://img396.imageshack.us/my.php?image=newentryiq6.jpg

new entry - a htpc.. a HUGE htpc :P and aircooled as i can never get watercooling tubes correct in SU :/


Nice confusis. Very clean design.
Dark~3nergy 12th September 2008, 12:09 Quote
nice designe cheapskate !

I just started with mine. modified it to am inverted M-ATX case.more to come

http://i213.photobucket.com/albums/cc224/dark3nergy/sketch.jpg
Cheapskate 12th September 2008, 19:19 Quote
One more goofy concept before Ike hits...
http://i204.photobucket.com/albums/bb255/cheapskate_02/_redribbon.jpg
-Red spiders now.:) A classic case of using the text creator the way it wasn't intended.
E.E.L. Ambiense 12th September 2008, 19:32 Quote
Quote:
Originally Posted by Cheapskate
One more goofy concept before Ike hits...
-Red spiders now.:) A classic case of using the text creator the way it wasn't intended.

LOL. Wicked, as a spider.

Dude, seriously....be safe. We're all wishing you guys a relatively-painless experience.
skullen 12th September 2008, 21:57 Quote
Blue thingy ????
http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s184/kcisn22007/bluethingy.jpg
Told ya i was slow :)
Cheapskate 12th September 2008, 22:36 Quote
Woah! -got a big ol' forehead.
bwuggley5 13th September 2008, 10:27 Quote
...I like cheezecake..so..I'm in!
stuartwood89 13th September 2008, 20:20 Quote
Does anyone have any specs on the cheesecake in question?
Ending Credits 13th September 2008, 20:51 Quote
CPU: Ownage
GPU: Quad Whoopass in SLI and Crossfire at the same time! (WTF!?)
HDD: 20TB with access to the LHC network
Case: Something made by MPCNtech or equally awesome
RAM: 256Mb SDRAM

Also includes 2 CD drives, a Liquid-Cooling-System and a beer-fridge. (How cool is that?)
Langer 13th September 2008, 23:14 Quote
^^ wha? ^^
modgodtanvir 13th September 2008, 23:49 Quote
Quote:
Originally Posted by stuartwood89
Does anyone have any specs on the cheesecake in question?

I believe it has a 5.8L V8, though I'm not sure... It might be from Sainsbury's or Tesco, depending on which supermarket I visit first :p
Quote:
Originally Posted by Langer
^^ wha? ^^

lol, my thoughts exactly.

I really am loving how this is going, and it really is inspiring what we can come up with... If only more people entered. I think I might try and persuade some people on other forums as well...

In the mean time, I have managed to get back to my mod (been busy with UCAS atm). I've made it a bit bigger and inverted the arrangement... I'll get a progress shot up soon.
skullen 14th September 2008, 20:56 Quote
Another thingy
http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s184/kcisn22007/newscooby.jpg
getting there ;)
masbuskado 15th September 2008, 11:14 Quote
finally something that doesn't require bondo :D :D :D
jhanlon303 15th September 2008, 13:32 Quote
Quote:
Originally Posted by skullen
Another thingy
http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s184/kcisn22007/newscooby.jpg
getting there ;)

I like this one a lot. It could be used on almost any square shaped case. Well done. The top rad(?) feature is way cool.
John
deathbringer72 15th September 2008, 22:05 Quote
i'll give it a go hopefully i might win the cheese cake?
KayinBlack 16th September 2008, 04:41 Quote
I'm in. Currently cooking up my entry, this could take a bit though...

This has needed a good mod themed around it for forever. You'll see...
skullen 16th September 2008, 09:57 Quote
Thanks jhanlon303 ;)
mnpctech 19th September 2008, 11:59 Quote
Ian, the top panel is sick!!, I could just imagine milling that from a large block of alum, or clear acrylic (mwahaha!)

http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s184/kcisn22007/newscooby.jpg
talladega 19th September 2008, 18:17 Quote
Quote:
Originally Posted by mnpctech
Ian, the top panel is sick!!, I could just imagine milling that from a large block of alum, or clear acrylic (mwahaha!)

http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s184/kcisn22007/newscooby.jpg

:D:D:D That would be incredible to be solid aluminum. And with a spot for a rad milled out of course.
The_Beast 19th September 2008, 20:58 Quote
I started on a case but with school and work I've had a hard time getting time to "mod"
WiK1d 19th September 2008, 22:11 Quote
Can anyone save the original as a Sketchup 5 model? I don't have the bandwidth to download Sketchup 6 this month.
ROB 636 19th September 2008, 22:45 Quote
Quote:
Originally Posted by mnpctech
Ian, the top panel is sick!!, I could just imagine milling that from a large block of alum, or clear acrylic (mwahaha!)

LOL. It would be so worth it.
modgodtanvir 20th September 2008, 10:54 Quote
Quote:
Originally Posted by WiK1d
Can anyone save the original as a Sketchup 5 model? I don't have the bandwidth to download Sketchup 6 this month.

Here you go dude:
http://www.2shared.com/file/3959990/56f4344e/Scooby_Silverstone_Temjin_for_SK5.html

The download link is near the bottom of the page, it says 'Save File to your PC'.
skullen 20th September 2008, 15:19 Quote
Thanks for the replys,much appreciated ;)
Another thingy with added bits
http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s184/kcisn22007/anotherscooby1.jpg
Thanks for looking ;)
mnpctech 20th September 2008, 16:41 Quote
I like all of the details Ian. You're on a roll now
skullen 20th September 2008, 16:56 Quote
Thanks Bill ;)
mnpctech 21st September 2008, 13:21 Quote
I was smitten with confusis first submission here, the "heatsink" side panel design inspired an idea for a top panel I'm working on.

http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/modbrothers_casemod5topdrawing2.jpg

15 lbs, 2' x 1' clear acrylic, 1-1/4" thick
http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/Antec_300_threehundred_casemod9z9z2.jpg
Ending Credits 21st September 2008, 14:06 Quote
Don't drop it; that's one big bit of Plexi! :p

So is that rad going under one of those fans then?
skullen 21st September 2008, 16:48 Quote
That will look the part when its done Bill ;)
I like this one :D
http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s184/kcisn22007/anotherscooby2.jpg
Thanks for looking ;)
Dark~3nergy 21st September 2008, 19:57 Quote
mnpctech, that's huge piece of plexi, had to be realy expensive !

skullen, I like the last one you submited, maybe you should make 120mm air intakes of thoes 3 rings on the front ?
mnpctech 22nd September 2008, 01:34 Quote
Quote:
Originally Posted by Dark~3nergy
mnpctech, that's huge piece of plexi, had to be realy expensive !

$125.. ouch
Quote:
skullen, I like the last one you submited, maybe you should make 120mm air intakes of thoes 3 rings on the front ?

Yes, they also remind of aqua-computer aquatubes
mnpctech 24th September 2008, 11:18 Quote
This thread has been quiet lately. I hope nobody has run out of new ideas
bentleya 24th September 2008, 14:13 Quote
no bill waiting to my hoilday (next week to finish mine)
Thacrudd 24th September 2008, 18:11 Quote
Ditto, I went on vacation last week and couldn't get it done before. I'm still in the game, just wait...
Aterius Gmork 24th September 2008, 21:05 Quote
Got some issues to attend, and very little time lately. Had to change the server host and move all my files which was a pita, plus job issues etc. Oh well, Tuesday my holidays start, already got some great ideas...
modgodtanvir 24th September 2008, 21:14 Quote
I've had university applications and resits to sort out so I haven't had much time really...

Would be nice to see more entries though... especially if its more of what we've seen so far :)
Dark~3nergy 24th September 2008, 22:19 Quote
I've been working on something else
http://i213.photobucket.com/albums/cc224/dark3nergy/tf2cartsize2.jpg
but I'm soon finished with it so I can start on the competition case again.
Tec_ 24th September 2008, 22:28 Quote
wtf is that thing?? it looks like the "litle boy" in a wagon with a wood burning stove (with stove pipe) and o2 tank


im so confused
stuartwood89 24th September 2008, 22:30 Quote
Would make an awesome case design.
modgodtanvir 24th September 2008, 22:34 Quote
Quote:
Originally Posted by Dark~3nergy
I've been working on something else
http://i213.photobucket.com/albums/cc224/dark3nergy/tf2cartsize2.jpg
but I'm soon finished with it so I can start on the competition case again.

WHOA Wtf?! Dude, whatever that is, the model is just pure awesome!

It looks to be some sort of pressurized gas propelled water-going craft with an essence of old-school back yard build quality and a stove on the back...

Just out of interest, is that a Kerkythea render?
Dark~3nergy 24th September 2008, 22:41 Quote
Quote:
Originally Posted by modgodtanvir
WHOA Wtf?! Dude, whatever that is, the model is just pure awesome!

It looks to be some sort of pressurized gas propelled water-going craft with an essence of old-school back yard build quality and a stove on the back...

Just out of interest, is that a Kerkythea render?

lol, it's the cart from team fortress 2:)
I didn't make that model(Valve did), I just "converted" it into a computer, added some details and made it more "high poly" and rendered it in 3ds max.
mnpctech 25th September 2008, 00:11 Quote
valve's work, nice as always.. It would be a crazy cool pc to build tho
Blarte 25th September 2008, 12:21 Quote
..Dark... the Swiss worry me at times.. lol..
A country with the highest suicide rate in the world, makes a universe creation / destruction devise .. in their basements .. sounds like a formula for disaster
lol..
Dark~3nergy 25th September 2008, 22:14 Quote
Quote:
Originally Posted by Blarte
..Dark... the Swiss worry me at times.. lol..
A country with the highest suicide rate in the world, makes a universe creation / destruction devise .. in their basements .. sounds like a formula for disaster
lol..

lol, switzerland is a great country, though I didn't know it had the highest suicide rate.

mnpctech, I'm going to
mnpctech 26th September 2008, 00:30 Quote
Quote:
Originally Posted by Dark~3nergy


mnpctech, I'm going to

Awesome!, I'll look forward to watching that project unfold
skullen 26th September 2008, 22:00 Quote
Another thingy
http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s184/kcisn22007/newthingy.jpg
Thanks for looking ;)
Mankz 26th September 2008, 22:13 Quote
Skull,loving your top design. VERY NICE
skullen 26th September 2008, 22:16 Quote
Hi Mankz,thanks appreciated ;)
mnpctech 27th September 2008, 02:39 Quote
cool, Gothic style skullen
confusis 27th September 2008, 04:56 Quote
lol since the first few ideas most of the designs seem to have heatsinks as a feature..

i'm slowly working on mine now, might go back to the first idea though
confusis 27th September 2008, 08:34 Quote
http://img300.imageshack.us/my.php?image=new1yn8.jpghttp://g.imageshack.us/thpix.php

mix of the old design and the new one :)
mnpctech 27th September 2008, 11:27 Quote
Quote:
Originally Posted by confusis
http://img300.imageshack.us/my.php?image=new1yn8.jpghttp://g.imageshack.us/thpix.php

mix of the old design and the new one :)

I really it! esp the top, like I said earlier, your first design inspired me to create a heatsink style top cover on an Antec 300 prject I'm working on ;)
skullen 27th September 2008, 11:51 Quote
Thanks Bill ;)
Looking good confusis,very nice ;)
skullen 27th September 2008, 21:58 Quote
Change the front,looks a bit better :D
http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s184/kcisn22007/anotherscooby3.jpg
Thanks for looking ;)
mnpctech 27th September 2008, 23:25 Quote
now thats different! nice location for switch panel too, very cool skullen
jhanlon303 28th September 2008, 00:04 Quote
I really like the last one with the front and top matching. Nice
John
confusis 28th September 2008, 05:12 Quote
thanks for the comments, can't wait till that part's done so I can see what it looks like.

nice idea skullen! on my other design i was going to keep the heatsink going over onto the front panel but on my design it looks tooo busy/over-complicated
mnpctech 28th September 2008, 12:22 Quote
Quote:
Originally Posted by confusis
thanks for the comments, can't wait till that part's done so I can see what it looks like.

I've scheduled it to be made this wed, if I can, I'll video the entire process.
skullen 28th September 2008, 12:46 Quote
Thanks for the replys,much appreciated ;)
Added a few more bits :D
http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s184/kcisn22007/anotherscooby4.jpg
Thanks for looking ;)
Cheapskate 28th September 2008, 18:29 Quote
Skullen and confusis' mods are starting to look like tanks.:) I like:D
jhanlon303 28th September 2008, 18:48 Quote
Nice with the feet. It all seems to work together. I don't know why but it seems 'military' somehow. Not a lot of bling - just what is needed.
Vey nice ;););)
John
skullen 28th September 2008, 18:58 Quote
Tanks for the reply Cheapskate :) Appreciated ;)
Thanks for the reply John,appreciated ;)
Ending Credits 28th September 2008, 19:17 Quote
Perhaps you could continue the same thing on all 4 sides with a cutout in the back one and no fans on the bottom one.
mnpctech 28th September 2008, 22:27 Quote
Quote:
Originally Posted by skullen
Thanks for the replys,much appreciated ;)
Added a few more bits :D
http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s184/kcisn22007/anotherscooby4.jpg
Thanks for looking ;)

diggin the industrial vibe of this design skullen ;)
talladega 28th September 2008, 23:15 Quote
Quote:
Originally Posted by skullen
Thanks for the replys,much appreciated ;)
Added a few more bits :D
http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s184/kcisn22007/anotherscooby4.jpg
Thanks for looking ;)

The entire case needs to be milled out of a giant aluminum block. That would be awesome.
skullen 29th September 2008, 01:07 Quote
Thanks for the replys,much appreciated ;)
Another bit added :D
http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s184/kcisn22007/anotherscooby5.jpg
Thanks for looking ;)
TheGreatSatan 29th September 2008, 01:50 Quote
Even better!
mvagusta 29th September 2008, 02:31 Quote
Quote:
I love it It looks like a steam powered atomic bomb boat Sorta like the latest weapon to come out of afganistan or something like that.

I like your latest version Skullen ;) It doesn't just look like a modded case anymore, it's unique and looks good. If it was made of solid alluminium chunks then it would be a nice looking passive case, for water or air.
confusis 29th September 2008, 07:29 Quote
http://img228.imageshack.us/my.php?image=new1ur7.jpghttp://g.imageshack.us/thpix.php

http://img228.imageshack.us/my.php?image=new2kp8.jpghttp://g.imageshack.us/thpix.php

http://img210.imageshack.us/my.php?image=new3yc6.jpghttp://g.imageshack.us/thpix.php
confusis 29th September 2008, 08:58 Quote
Quote:
Originally Posted by Cheapskate
Skullen and confusis' mods are starting to look like tanks.:) I like:D



http://img223.imageshack.us/my.php?image=new4wn0.jpghttp://g.imageshack.us/thpix.php
hehe :)
Cheapskate 29th September 2008, 16:59 Quote
@confusis - I like the stripes. :) at the tracks. You should have added 'TONKA' or Catepillar' on it somewhere too.

@Skullen - All you need now are sawblades, and you'll have a fine killbot.
modgodtanvir 29th September 2008, 19:50 Quote
PRIZE UPDATE PEOPLE! TGS has replaced the copy of XP with a brand new copy of Microsoft Office 2007: Enterprise Edition!!

Wow, both confusis and Skullen's entries look like they're ready to go to war

MGT
skullen 29th September 2008, 21:26 Quote
Thanks for the replys,as allways much appreciated ;)
@ confusis your on a roll now :) ;)
Back bit added
http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s184/kcisn22007/anotherscooby5-1.jpg
Thanks for looking ;)
stuartwood89 29th September 2008, 21:53 Quote
Thing looks bombproof! Would look awesome with red or purple CCFLs.
scooby 30th September 2008, 06:34 Quote
Teaser!!!

One of the designs I'm working on.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v87/djs61/NEW%20RIG%20PICS/OhShit021000.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v87/djs61/NEW%20RIG%20PICS/OhShit011000.jpg

It's not as exotic as the other here. I just prefer a more simple, sleek design.



Scooby
mnpctech 30th September 2008, 10:16 Quote
@ skullen, it literally looks like a heatsink now :D

@ confusis, I like the translucent orange, very cool.

@ scooby, very stylish, look forward to seeing more ;)
mvagusta 30th September 2008, 11:27 Quote
@skullen Yeah, it does look more like a big a$$ heatsink now than a passive case :) and that gives me an idea. Maybe incorporate a few shiny tubes through round holes cut into many or maybe most of the fins, so they sort of flow through the fins and around the case like heatpipes!
TheGreatSatan 30th September 2008, 19:38 Quote
Quote:

Just................Wow.
stuartwood89 30th September 2008, 20:15 Quote
I love the bottom one.
confusis 2nd October 2008, 08:56 Quote
http://img508.imageshack.us/my.php?image=new5ik3.jpghttp://g.imageshack.us/thpix.php
mnpctech 2nd October 2008, 13:15 Quote
Quote:

Smoked Black and White opaque acrylic for the logo


btw: We started on that top panel yesterday, we're programming a lot of changes from the original drawing on the fly, so the process is taking longer than we anticipated. You have to very careful, obviously acylic will score or crack easily..ugh

http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/Antec_300_threehundred_casemod9z9z9z1a.jpg
http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/Antec_300_threehundred_casemod9z9z9z1e.jpg
jhanlon303 2nd October 2008, 15:50 Quote
Quote:

Mentat? Bene Geserit? Dune books for the saying.
John
Cheapskate 2nd October 2008, 17:47 Quote
Quote:
Originally Posted by mnpctech
btw: We started on that top panel yesterday, we're programming a lot of changes from the original drawing on the fly, so the process is taking longer than we anticipated. You have to very careful, obviously acylic will score or crack easily..ugh

YAY!!! You're getting some really clean edges there. That should look crazy with some imbedded LED fans in it.
mnpctech 2nd October 2008, 18:01 Quote
[QUOTE=Cheapskate;1836372][QUOTE=mnpctech;1836208]btw: We started on that top panel yesterday, we're programming a lot of changes from the original drawing on the fly, so the process is taking longer than we anticipated. You have to very careful, obviously acylic will score or crack easily..ugh
Quote:


YAY!!! You're getting some really clean edges there. That should look crazy with some imbedded LED fans in it.

I've cut my teeth too much in costs/time, 2x 120mm blue leds fans will be as far as I'll go, I would encourage it's new owner to explore that idea.
Nexxo 2nd October 2008, 18:02 Quote
Quote:
Originally Posted by jhanlon303
Mentat? Bene Geserit? Dune books for the saying.
John

Paul Atreides, when he is facing the test by the Bene Geserit. In the film, at least.
confusis 2nd October 2008, 22:47 Quote
updates coming quickly at the moment...

http://img87.imageshack.us/my.php?image=new6gx2.jpghttp://g.imageshack.us/thpix.php

http://img377.imageshack.us/my.php?image=new7pd7.jpghttp://g.imageshack.us/thpix.php

http://img373.imageshack.us/my.php?image=new8rq7.jpghttp://g.imageshack.us/thpix.php

yup that's where the quote came from. :)
thanks for the comments!
mnpctech 4th October 2008, 11:33 Quote
Lovin all the details confusis

btw: heres current stage of milling acrylic "heatsink" top panel, 45 degree radius edges
confusis 5th October 2008, 05:00 Quote
wow that looks amazing! the acrylic does it justice :)

(if my design was to be built i think acrylic would be the material of choice for the 'heatsinks' due to ease of use)
mnpctech 5th October 2008, 11:34 Quote
Indeed confusis, esp if you can find a good orange translucent acrylic. The only warning I have for anyone who may attempt to cnc mill acrylic this thick (1-1/4" @ $125), supplied by mcmaster.com, the center portion of the sheet was raised just a hair, so check it first!, and skim some material off the top of your sheet before milling.
Cheapskate 5th October 2008, 18:53 Quote
*Drool*
Sadly, thick colored plexi is special-order only.
Cofusis might be able to glue 1/2" thick fins on a panel.
Dark~3nergy 5th October 2008, 22:07 Quote
looking realy nice mnpctech ! ;)

I finnaly got started on mine :

http://i213.photobucket.com/albums/cc224/dark3nergy/bit-techdesigncompetition2-1.jpg
scooby 5th October 2008, 23:00 Quote
Looking good Dark~3nergy, what mobo are you using?
Dark~3nergy 5th October 2008, 23:12 Quote
thanks, I'm using an ASUS P5E VM hdmi, it's the latest model I made on the SCC.
scooby 5th October 2008, 23:28 Quote
TY Dark~3nergy, Happy Belated B-Day too.
Dark~3nergy 6th October 2008, 11:18 Quote
thanks :)
mnpctech 6th October 2008, 17:54 Quote
Lookin good Dark, I like the internal duct system. ...and happy B-day! :D
Ending Credits 6th October 2008, 18:00 Quote
Yeah, not a bad idea; might steal it for myself
Dark~3nergy 6th October 2008, 19:52 Quote
thanks
skullen 6th October 2008, 20:06 Quote
Happy belated b-day Dark~3nergy :D.
Its looking good ;)
Ive done another one,not as mad as the other one :)
http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s184/kcisn22007/newscoobyidea1.jpg
There are some nice designs around :)
Thanks for looking ;)
Dark~3nergy 6th October 2008, 22:48 Quote
thx skullen and nice design by the way, maybe you should throw in some black and white ?

btw. if anybody what's a model for their case I can make something, gpu, water block, or whatever... just ask me, I don't have much to do in the next days.
skullen 6th October 2008, 22:53 Quote
Cheers Dark~3nergy ;),ill have a go this week :D
craigbru 7th October 2008, 00:19 Quote
Quote:
Originally Posted by Dark~3nergy
thx skullen and nice design by the way, maybe you should throw in some black and white ?

btw. if anybody what's a model for their case I can make something, gpu, water block, or whatever... just ask me, I don't have much to do in the next days.

Any chance of a Koolance water block for the 4870X2? Or some Koolance disconnect and 45 degree nozzles? :D
jhanlon303 7th October 2008, 01:40 Quote
@Skullen
Dude, that is seriously BLUE! I think you fused my contacts permanently to the eye balls.
Cheapskate 7th October 2008, 04:33 Quote
Hey Dark- I've seen those HD coolers somewhere before recently.:)
Dark~3nergy 7th October 2008, 09:24 Quote
craigbru, I'll see what I can do ;)
Cheapskate,
mnpctech 7th October 2008, 13:19 Quote
another smashing top panel design, nice skullen!
Quote:
skullen 7th October 2008, 20:08 Quote
Thanks Bill ;)
@ jhanlon303 sorry about the contacts ill tone it down a bit later :D
Toned down for john
http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s184/kcisn22007/newscoobyidea2.jpg
Thanks for looking
Dark~3nergy 8th October 2008, 21:01 Quote
skullen, it looks much better in white ;)

I also started to make the 4870x2 waterblock.
http://i213.photobucket.com/albums/cc224/dark3nergy/4870X2withkoolancecooler.jpg
mnpctech 9th October 2008, 12:58 Quote
Lookin good skullen and Dark! keep em coming!

We finished the acrylic top panel. Again, inspired by the "heatsink" style side panel confusis made in his drawing here Thank you again for the inspiration confusis!

http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/cnc_milled_acrylic_mnpctech.com4.jpg

2x 120mm fan holes beneath.
http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/cnc_milled_acrylic_mnpctech.com5.jpg
craigbru 9th October 2008, 15:14 Quote
Quote:
Originally Posted by Dark~3nergy


I also started to make the 4870x2 waterblock.
pic snip


The block is looking fantastic!
Cheapskate 9th October 2008, 18:49 Quote
Awwww! That top panel looks crazy! I'd crack my spine lugging it around, but I want it!:)
I hope to see more plexi experimenting from you soon.
confusis 10th October 2008, 08:01 Quote
Quote:
Originally Posted by mnpctech
Lookin good skullen and Dark! keep em coming!

We finished the acrylic top panel. Again, inspired by the "heatsink" style side panel confusis made in his drawing here Thank you again for the inspiration confusis!

http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/cnc_milled_acrylic_mnpctech.com4.jpg

2x 120mm fan holes beneath.
http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/cnc_milled_acrylic_mnpctech.com5.jpg

That's alright, just good to see I'm inspiring someone. Looks great!
mnpctech 10th October 2008, 13:21 Quote
Experimenting today on how to remove the surface scoring from the mill.. got the Novus acrylic polish and heard toothpaste works too..
jhanlon303 10th October 2008, 14:02 Quote
Sounds weird but Brasso from the grocery store works well on acrylic, and cheaper.
Cheapskate 10th October 2008, 17:41 Quote
I use Comet powder. It's pretty close to a 240-300 grit sandpaper pass.
mnpctech 11th October 2008, 13:17 Quote
Thanks for the tip guys! my thumbs are calloused and toothpaste didn't work.

Hows everybody's sketchs coming along? :)
skullen 11th October 2008, 16:46 Quote
Another one :)
http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s184/kcisn22007/newscoobyidea3.jpg
Cheapskate 11th October 2008, 18:35 Quote
Ooh! I like the idea there. I like noisy/busy designs, so if I did that, I'd try to do a maze pattern somehow.:)
-meaning: I like the trapped channels you added behind the power button area, and it's too clean for a crazy person like me.:D
talladega 11th October 2008, 22:52 Quote
ultra awesomez!

needs feet on the bottom though. :)
skullen 12th October 2008, 11:51 Quote
Thanks for the replys,much appreciated ;)
Added some feet
http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s184/kcisn22007/newscoobyidea4.jpg
Thanks for looking ;)
interDos 12th October 2008, 14:38 Quote
Hi All, some very interesting designs by some very talented members.

If I had your artistic skills and was proficient at using drawing/design software, I would post my design for my first system mod.
Ending Credits 12th October 2008, 15:10 Quote
Welcome to the forums interDos! :p

Sketchup is actually really easy to learn, you should try it.
skullen 12th October 2008, 15:50 Quote
Welcome interDos,give it a go
interDos 12th October 2008, 20:54 Quote
#Ending Credits, #skullen Thanks for the welcome. I have tried sketchup and find it easy with straight lines, it's the curves and shading that's not easy for me. I was trying to design the left and right plastic trims on the cosmos 1000 case, but it's full of curves, concave sections and at a rising and sideways angle. didn't know where to start.
skullen 12th October 2008, 21:48 Quote
@ interDos, Have you had a look at the tutorials,there are a few about,keep at it ;)
Sorry to bore you with all my pics
Here,s another one
http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s184/kcisn22007/newscoobyidea5.jpg
Thanks for looking ;)
Dark~3nergy 12th October 2008, 22:18 Quote
looks nice skullen, but you know you can get hardware models from the scc, I think it would make your model look more detailed.
jhanlon303 13th October 2008, 01:00 Quote
Case contest it is. Not internals. Good job with this one. That top is doable ( is that a word?)
mnpctech 13th October 2008, 12:57 Quote
skull is kickin out some crazy cool top panel designs. I love it!
bentleya 13th October 2008, 18:41 Quote
hope you guys like hot rods :D hehe pics to follow

http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/hh122/skiaaron/CompoCase1.jpg

http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/hh122/skiaaron/CompoCase2.jpg
mnpctech 14th October 2008, 12:49 Quote
Nice design bentleya! I love the unique oval tower design ...and the base too
mnpctech 16th October 2008, 01:17 Quote
How is everybody doin here? ...been quiet over last 2 days

I present the "Acrylic heatsink style top panel" mod
http://www.mnpctech.3dpixelnet.com/picture_library/acrylic.polishing.comet.mnpctech.com8.jpg
Cheapskate 16th October 2008, 02:39 Quote
It looks like you got it polished up nice...Du-AYUMN nice.
@Bentleya - Woah! I see why you wanted to know how far the original could be modded. Awesome.
jodah175 16th October 2008, 04:25 Quote
Sorry for posting in this even though im not in the contest, but Bentleya, all i can say is damn thats a sexy beast! wonder how hard it would be to actually do? <runs off to figure it out. muwahahahaha!!>


edit: Hey mnpctech, if you ever come to CT, stop by Callaway in Old Lyme, you gotta drive the new cars man, almost 600 at the wheels!
bentleya 17th October 2008, 11:18 Quote
Quote:
Originally Posted by mnpctech
Nice design bentleya! I love the unique oval tower design ...and the base too

thanks for the kind words ;) means a far bit coming from you
Quote:
Originally Posted by Cheapskate
It looks like you got it polished up nice...Du-AYUMN nice.
@Bentleya - Woah! I see why you wanted to know how far the original could be modded. Awesome.

yeppers cheapskate its not finished yet but thats sort of a progress shots
Quote:
Originally Posted by jodah175
Sorry for posting in this even though im not in the contest, but Bentleya, all i can say is damn thats a sexy beast! wonder how hard it would be to actually do? <runs off to figure it out. muwahahahaha!!>

the wound be several was it cound be done but one really expensive way wound be to mill it all out of a big cube of aluminm very expensive but wound look the best that way i may draw it up for a pico board and see how much it wound cost as it wound be a lot smaller
mnpctech 17th October 2008, 13:30 Quote
You betcha!
Quote:
Originally Posted by Cheapskate
It looks like you got it polished up nice...Du-AYUMN nice.
@Bentleya - Woah! I see why you wanted to know how far the original could be modded. Awesome.

It was the Comet! it work wonders.. Thanks again Cheap ;)

@ jodah175, sounds fun!
mnpctech 20th October 2008, 13:16 Quote
Anyone made any new progress on theirs? :)
bentleya 20th October 2008, 18:23 Quote
i've done a few changes but i'm not showing it off for a while :D i'm busy drawing waterblocks and other stuff for my project :D
mnpctech 21st October 2008, 13:20 Quote
Quote:
Originally Posted by bentleya
i've done a few changes but i'm not showing it off for a while :D i'm busy drawing waterblocks and other stuff for my project :D

Sounds cool bentleya, look 4ward to the next update.
skullen 21st October 2008, 20:40 Quote
Thanks for the replys,much appreciated ;)
Nice one bentleya,very nice ;)
Had another go :D
http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s184/kcisn22007/newscoobyidea6.jpg
Thanks for looking ;)
mnpctech 22nd October 2008, 18:17 Quote
Nice skullen, I liked the layers of acrylic on the top.
bentleya 22nd October 2008, 21:08 Quote
Quote:
Originally Posted by mnpctech
Sounds cool bentleya, look 4ward to the next update.

Sweet , i need to get a new charger for my macbook :( then i can post an update :D the charge happened to die when i need it :( so i hope i can go to lakeside apple store soon :D
Quote:
Originally Posted by skullen
Thanks for the replys,much appreciated ;)
Nice one bentleya,very nice ;)
Had another go :D
Thanks for looking ;)

i love all this layers of stuff ;) keep ti up
mnpctech 23rd October 2008, 13:20 Quote
Quote:
Originally Posted by bentleya
i love all this layers of stuff ;) keep ti up

Yea, and we'll know from a year from now if any case manufacturers were lurking at this thread
bentleya 23rd October 2008, 20:07 Quote
than i think we can turn this into a money making scheme bill :D always wanted a cnc mill, and endless cases to mod, to finally make most my ideas :D
Dark~3nergy 24th October 2008, 15:14 Quote
one question about the competition, can I make my own hardware, motherboard, gpu... something that doesn't exist ?
bentleya 24th October 2008, 17:07 Quote
as long as i can have :D hehe :P lol
Cheapskate 24th October 2008, 19:47 Quote
Go nuts Dark.:D

I didn't do much. I had to do some relocating stuff. (Is there any way to turn the d*mn line snap off?)
http://i204.photobucket.com/albums/bb255/cheapskate_02/_wtf1-5.jpg
Dark~3nergy 24th October 2008, 20:57 Quote
motherboard cheesecake !!
triple cpu, triple SLI, Triple-Channel DDR3 ? :|

http://i213.photobucket.com/albums/cc224/dark3nergy/333.jpg

Cheapskate, I don't think you can turn it off.
x06jsp 24th October 2008, 21:05 Quote
Quote:
Originally Posted by Cheapskate
Go nuts Dark.:D

I didn't do much. I had to do some relocating stuff. (Is there any way to turn the d*mn line snap off?)

I think if you go to window and where you can change the measurements in model info it should say enable length snapping i dont know if this will do what you want but try it and see :D

josh
bentleya 24th October 2008, 22:05 Quote
looking good dark :D no water blocks for them heat sinks :P
Cheapskate 24th October 2008, 23:11 Quote
@Dark - :) OK, I'm building a quantum cpu motherboard. -Although a single Wblock for a skulltrail...
bentleya 25th October 2008, 12:43 Quote
^^^ lol, think i'll do 5 cpu then > is this going to be a comp on how many cpus your motherboard can handle lol
Ending Credits 25th October 2008, 18:38 Quote
lol
Cheapskate 25th October 2008, 18:52 Quote
Woah, will that even fit in the case?
You might need to chop a hole in the bottom...
modgodtanvir 25th October 2008, 20:28 Quote
Quote:
Originally Posted by Dark~3nergy
one question about the competition, can I make my own hardware, motherboard, gpu... something that doesn't exist ?

Knock yourself out dude!

Competition time is drawing to a close... just under a week!
bentleya 25th October 2008, 20:45 Quote
Deadline set at 00:00 GMT, 1st December 2008 (may be changed later)

says we got another month :D
TheGreatSatan 26th October 2008, 03:12 Quote
Damn fine entries! I'm lovin the skills!!
mnpctech 26th October 2008, 11:23 Quote
Cheapskate, that design is out of the world dude ;)
skullen 26th October 2008, 12:17 Quote
Dark and Cheapskate,both looking very nice ;)
Had another play,just added a few more bits :)
http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s184/kcisn22007/newscoobyidea7.jpg
Thanks for looking ;)
bentleya 26th October 2008, 13:27 Quote
looks chilly :P now i'm a fan of blue and white :D top notch

still no update from me my mac is still not alive and i hope my local apple store will have a charge when i go on friday :D
Cheapskate 26th October 2008, 18:51 Quote
Thanks Bill.:D
@Skullen - That color scheme is awesome. The blue wrap-around fins are neat.
mnpctech 27th October 2008, 09:48 Quote
Agree, it's not that often you see a White case that looks that good. :)
skullen 28th October 2008, 17:57 Quote
Thanks for the replys,as allways much appreciated ;)
FrooP 29th October 2008, 08:53 Quote
can i still enter?
bentleya 29th October 2008, 19:25 Quote
yes FrooP you can :D
FrooP 29th October 2008, 19:29 Quote
yehaw ^_^
FrooP 29th October 2008, 21:56 Quote
shoop da woop, first WIP

http://pic.leech.it/images/bdc4c2eawip2.jpg
bentleya 30th October 2008, 07:46 Quote
oooo dam i think i just S*** by self :D lol once you get your lines softened and the rest done this is going to be kick ass
FrooP 30th October 2008, 15:58 Quote
http://pic.leech.it/pic.php?id=4488adcbittechche.jpg
Cheapskate 30th October 2008, 18:51 Quote

Ho-lee CR*P, Froop! That's awesome. -At least you kept the motherboard tray.

Was the deadline really moved back to December? There's no way I can get something finished by Halloween.
FrooP 30th October 2008, 19:19 Quote
nope i kept the entire backpart and also this:

http://pic.leech.it/images/a3401b22sidepanel.jpg

see. sidepanels
:P

http://pic.leech.it/pic.php?id=bd87178olo.jpg

didnt throw in all the hardware but ill do that somewhen

thanks for the replies :)
craigbru 30th October 2008, 19:48 Quote
Quote:

Wow, that's damn sweet. I can't help but think Star Trek when I look at it though... ;)
skullen 30th October 2008, 19:51 Quote
Nice one FrooP,very nice ;)
bentleya 30th October 2008, 22:40 Quote
sweet froop :D top notch :D
mnpctech 31st October 2008, 12:26 Quote
thats crazay kool froop, nice!
Ending Credits 31st October 2008, 14:21 Quote
I had a couple of ideas although all they use is the motherboard tray . I'll post them anyway:

http://i35.tinypic.com/1587bsn.jpg
A removable module containing HDDs and the motherboard in a LAN style case. Inspired a bit by the Hardcore Reactor although this one is aircooled.

http://i37.tinypic.com/219t4k6.jpg
The idea behind this is that instead of building a case around imersion cooling, you have a "module" with connectors and fill that instead, ready to be inserted into the case. The tubes could be used for directly filling the module.

They're a bit rough but they're just concept designs.
mnpctech 1st November 2008, 16:12 Quote
Quote:
Originally Posted by Ending Credits
se around imersion cooling, you have a "module" with connectors and fill that instead, ready to be inserted into the case. The tubes could be used for directly filling the module.

They're a bit rough but they're just concept designs.

Very cool design Credits. Immersion too!... perhaps inspired by Hardcorecomputer's Reactor PC. I'll be getting to see one up close next week. I'm meeting with their CEO to pitch the idea of modding or custom painting one for `09 Consumer Electronics Show.
x06jsp 1st November 2008, 16:39 Quote
Quote:
Originally Posted by mnpctech
Very cool design Credits. Immersion too!... perhaps inspired by Hardcorecomputer's Reactor PC. I'll be getting to see one up close next week. I'm meeting with their CEO to pitch the idea of modding or custom painting one for `09 Consumer Electronics Show.

Awesome im very very glad that you contacted them :D

Josh
bentleya 5th November 2008, 21:04 Quote
hows everyone getting on?
Cheapskate 7th November 2008, 19:49 Quote
Terrible. The rig I use for 3d is even unplugged. From the looks of Froop's build, I kept too much of the original model too.
FrooP 7th November 2008, 22:40 Quote
didnt made any changes either :/

but
http://pic.leech.it/i/15c83/da586c96omg.jpg
took me over 5 hours to render, made this for a epic "modding and rendering in sketchup and kerkythea" how to, which i still have to type x.x (have bout 110 pics by now)
confusis 8th November 2008, 03:56 Quote
slowly working on mine, i'm out of ideas at the moment!
skullen 8th November 2008, 13:58 Quote
No new ideas either :)
skullen 8th November 2008, 19:30 Quote
Had another play :)
http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s184/kcisn22007/doublescooby.jpg
Thanks for looking ;)
modgodtanvir 8th November 2008, 20:42 Quote
Beautiful. Some of these designs really ought to be in production...
confusis 9th November 2008, 07:10 Quote
http://img255.imageshack.us/my.php?image=bt2sj7.jpghttp://g.imageshack.us/thpix.php

Twin PC case, one amd+ati machine, one intel+nvidia machine :)

http://img186.imageshack.us/my.php?image=bt22qr3.jpghttp://g.imageshack.us/thpix.php
mnpctech 9th November 2008, 15:17 Quote
Lookin real nice guys, thats very clean and stylish skullen, and gotta like the dual pc design by confusis.

When I'm having a hard time coming up with ideas, I'll try and focus on something completely different and unrelated. Get out of the house, do yard work or play a video game, watch a movie
FrooP 9th November 2008, 16:41 Quote
going to work always works for me (im a car mechanic) sadly i got school next week, so no ideas for me :/
bentleya 9th November 2008, 16:58 Quote
Quote:
Originally Posted by mnpctech

When I'm having a hard time coming up with ideas, I'll try and focus on something completely different and unrelated. Get out of the house, do yard work or play a video game, watch a movie

I watch the dicovery channel :D;);) B) ;):D;):)
rowin4kicks 9th November 2008, 19:11 Quote
I have been working on the case for a while and i would say im about 3/4 of the way done!
At last lol put alot of hours into the model to make sure all the components fit and are the right thickness ect, doesnt make a great visula difference but i just feel better that way.

Anyway here is a progress shot of it so far, there is alot of internal work left to do but for the most part the outside of the case will look like this, bar the top section which needs some mesh or something...

http://forums.bit-tech.net/picture.php?albumid=9&pictureid=15

I decided to call it the Penguin as tbh its as random as i could get!
stuartwood89 9th November 2008, 22:00 Quote
This would look awesome if it was to be made, but I would reserve some concern for that nifty stand you got there. Unless it's made from titanium of something. At any rate: curve the top half and it looks like something that Apple would come up with. Nice work!

On another note I haven't installed SketchUp on my PC yet, so nothing more from me for now. Will there be another competition next year?
confusis 10th November 2008, 07:26 Quote
Quote:
Originally Posted by rowin4kicks
I have been working on the case for a while and i would say im about 3/4 of the way done!
At last lol put alot of hours into the model to make sure all the components fit and are the right thickness ect, doesnt make a great visula difference but i just feel better that way.

Anyway here is a progress shot of it so far, there is alot of internal work left to do but for the most part the outside of the case will look like this, bar the top section which needs some mesh or something...

http://forums.bit-tech.net/picture.php?albumid=9&pictureid=15

I decided to call it the Penguin as tbh its as random as i could get!

thats really nice :)

http://img147.imageshack.us/my.php?image=bt23lo2.jpg
a few HDD's added :P
stuartwood89 10th November 2008, 09:12 Quote
Confusis your image links don't open in full size, they just open exactly the same as they were.
Aterius Gmork 10th November 2008, 09:21 Quote
Not his fault. Thanks to the forum software update every picture can be clicked upon and is then opened in a lightroom plugin. Thus when there is a link behind a picture it is ignored. :(
MDN 10th November 2008, 12:35 Quote
Hi!
What 3D editor you use to create it? And what best 3D Max or Maya?
jhanlon303 10th November 2008, 13:17 Quote
Quote:
Originally Posted by Aterius Gmork
Not his fault. Thanks to the forum software update every picture can be clicked upon and is then opened in a lightroom plugin. Thus when there is a link behind a picture it is ignored. :(

Yeah, and it is REALLY REALLY a waste of time. Very poorly done. http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/hh137/jhanlon303/misc/freakfight.gif

John
Aterius Gmork 10th November 2008, 14:06 Quote
Quote:
Originally Posted by jhanlon303
Yeah, and it is REALLY REALLY a waste of time. Very poorly done. http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/hh137/jhanlon303/misc/freakfight.gif

John

Exactly.
Quote:
Originally Posted by MDN
Hi!
What 3D editor you use to create it? And what best 3D Max or Maya?

Google Sketchup 6. Just read the first post pls.
And to your question concerning Maya and 3Ds... it depends what you want to do, really. From what I've heard 3Ds is better for modeling objects, while Maya is better suited for creating morphing models, such as persons or animals, and it has a good tool for modeling and animating hair and fur.
But I might be wrong, as I've only worked with 3Ds once quite a few years ago (and sucked at it ) and never with Maya. But I can ensure you both programs are VERY complicated to use, esp if you have no experience with modeling software, which is the case judging your post.
Sketchup is far more limited in it's possibilities, and it has no build-in render, but is very easy to learn, and faster to use for purposes as drawing and combining computer components.
Ending Credits 10th November 2008, 16:35 Quote
Quote:
*snip*
I decided to call it the Penguin as tbh its as random as i could get!

That was exactly the look I was going for although it looks a bit like the Voodoo PC. Very nice design, still.
Cheapskate 10th November 2008, 19:12 Quote
Nice one rowin!
Sherlok 11th November 2008, 08:05 Quote
Bugger, Love to get involved but my comp doesnt run sketchup, yes it is a weak little premade computer. Oh well ill wait till i get some money before I design and build my first mod. Anyone know where to get case models for prodesktop, that works for some reason...

BTW im not entering into the comp cause sketchup doesnt work. and i cant be bothered to try with prodesktop
mnpctech 13th November 2008, 21:56 Quote
Very cool rowin, like that base idea.. different! ;)
skullen 16th November 2008, 14:03 Quote
Had another play :)
I might have a go at building this one for my next case ???.
Not sure what fan grills to use ???
http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s184/kcisn22007/newscoob.jpg
Thanks for looking ;)
stuartwood89 16th November 2008, 18:07 Quote
Don't use any, looks sexy that way.
Cheapskate 16th November 2008, 18:42 Quote
I will die and haunt you if you don't build the one with the vertical fins!
skullen 16th November 2008, 18:56 Quote
Please dont die and haunt me cheapskate,i cant afford to buld it :'(
Anyway we will miss you on the forum :D
skullen 16th November 2008, 19:03 Quote
Did you mean this one ;)
http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s184/kcisn22007/newscoobyidea3.jpg
Its one of my fav's to
bentleya 16th November 2008, 19:33 Quote
argg :D lol cheapskate :D

looking good skullen


got some bad news :( well still haven't got my new mac charger and my local apple shop is waiting shipment of new ones which could take up 2 a month from yesterday :(

and my case is on the mac so it's looking like i can't get it finished :(
Dark~3nergy 16th November 2008, 20:14 Quote
looking good skullen, you'll have plenty of mods to choose from for the competition ;)

bentleya, can't you borrow a charger from someone who also has a mac ? I want to see that case finished :D
mnpctech 19th November 2008, 13:22 Quote
Quote:
Originally Posted by Cheapskate
I will die and haunt you if you don't build the one with the vertical fins!

I would be interested in watching the paranormal investigation for this one. They could track the heat from Cheapskate's ghostly drill press in their infrared camera.

Ghost Hunter: "Folks, we can barley make it out, but it appears the ghost is drilling something.. lets look closer, ... it appears to be a waterblock...Yes, it is ... and with what appears to be ...vertical fins?"

skullen: He did mention he would haunt me if I didn't build my design. I think it's his way of saying "If you had built the case, I wouldn't be wasting my bloody time in the spirit world haunting you, now give me peace and build the ****ing case.
Xtrafresh 19th November 2008, 13:38 Quote
holy crap! There's still time? I need to get back in the game, i need some prizes!

Anyway, the designs so far look really good, i hope i can match the level you guys set the bar to... 10 days... dammit! *gets to work*
mnpctech 20th November 2008, 02:04 Quote
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Originally Posted by Xtrafresh
holy crap! There's still time? I need to get back in the game, i need some prizes!

Anyway, the designs so far look really good, i hope i can match the level you guys set the bar to... 10 days... dammit! *gets to work*

Lots of time, show us whatcha got ;)
skullen 20th November 2008, 09:26 Quote
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I would be interested in watching the paranormal investigation for this one. They could track the heat from Cheapskate's ghostly drill press in their infrared camera.

Ghost Hunter: "Folks, we can barley make it out, but it appears the ghost is drilling something.. lets look closer, ... it appears to be a waterblock...Yes, it is ... and with what appears to be ...vertical fins?"

skullen: He did mention he would haunt me if I didn't build my design. I think it's his way of saying "If you had built the case, I wouldn't be wasting my bloody time in the spirit world haunting you, now give me peace and build the ****ing case.

Nice one Bill :)
confusis 21st November 2008, 22:19 Quote
How are we to post our final entries?
(# of images, post the sketchup file?)
talladega 22nd November 2008, 01:02 Quote
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Originally Posted by skullen
Did you mean this one ;)
http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s184/kcisn22007/newscoobyidea3.jpg
Its one of my fav's to
I think thats your best one.

but it needs feet!

:)
skullen 22nd November 2008, 14:51 Quote
Thanks talladega ;)
Another finned thingy with some feet :)
http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s184/kcisn22007/finnedthingy.jpg
Thanks for looking ;)
modgodtanvir 22nd November 2008, 18:26 Quote
Beautiful...

As entertained as I am, I wish more people would enter... I keep getting banned on forums for 'spamming'...
skullen 23rd November 2008, 15:13 Quote
Thanks modgodtanvir ;)
Not so finned thingy,
http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s184/kcisn22007/finn-s-2.jpg
Thanks for looking ;)
bentleya 23rd November 2008, 15:57 Quote
looks loads better with the feet :D
skullen 23rd November 2008, 16:18 Quote
Thanks bentleya ;)
Any news on the charger
Cheapskate 23rd November 2008, 17:37 Quote
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Originally Posted by skullen
Nice one Ending Credits ;)
Orange thingy
http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s184/kcisn22007/orangethingy.jpg

Whhhoooooo Buuuiiillllddd iiiiit! Wwwwhhhooooo!
Dark~3nergy 23rd November 2008, 19:04 Quote
I'm soon finished with mine.
I tried to keep most of the original case, no crazy things :D

http://i213.photobucket.com/albums/cc224/dark3nergy/front1.jpg

http://i213.photobucket.com/albums/cc224/dark3nergy/back-1.jpg

But I still have some tubes and details to make.
craigbru 24th November 2008, 00:56 Quote
^^ Wow, I love that! The darker colors work well together.
skullen 24th November 2008, 19:39 Quote
Nice one Dark~3nergy,very nice ;)
confusis 27th November 2008, 22:16