Here's a much requested walkthrough of my #mandalorian helmet's external microphone system. Parts I'm using are linked in the next message - hope this helps you with your own builds!

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Update on #mandalorian helmet interior - now with power! Final iteration of the power distribution module is complete, wired, and installed. The wiring harness for the fans is also cleaned up. Next up is the electronics module for the external mics and voice amp!

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More time investment into the #mandalorian helmet interior...

Battery module and power distribution designed for a battery bank to slot in and provide power. Waiting on parts coming tomorrow to finish the fit checks, so look forward to more this weekend!

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You often see the end product, but there are usually many iterations on the road to "perfection"... Here's the evolution of my fan module design for for my #mandalorian helmet, start to finish.

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More complete look at the features so far on my new #mandalorian helmet:
- External ambient sound system
- Voice amplifier system
- Cooling fan
- Visor defogging fan/duct

To do:
- Electronics boards mounting
- Power distribution
- Liner and padding

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Sanding and priming the #scouttrooper helmet build. 80 grit up through 220 then using an automotive filler primer to smooth any remaining layer lines.

Primer and more sanding will go up to 1k+ grit before painting.

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Smoothing some of the more significant artifacts from #3dprinting on the #scouttrooper helmet using a clear UV resin. NOT the kind you get for resin printers but the kind used for making jewelry and such. Works and sands great, perfect for smoothing top/bottom layers.

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E-11 Medium Blaster Rifle completed! Had fun with the weathering on this one, especially the grime in the chamber and bolt area. Why does a blaster have a bolt again? Best ignore that...

Looking forward to the next one! Probably some clean ones next.

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E-11 Medium Blaster Rifle completed! Had fun with the weathering on this one, especially the grime in the chamber and bolt area. Why does a blaster have a bolt again? Best ignore that...

Looking forward to the next one! Probably some clean ones next.

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More progress on the E-11 blaster! Worked on some latex masking tonight for weathering and damage. Paint tomorrow!

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Fit checking electronics and detail pieces for my new custom #mandalorian helmet build. External microphones and voice amplifier built in! More work to do in internal wiring but the externals are almost done.

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Graphite finish process for the #thermaldetonator - Graphite powder rubbed into gloss paint and buffed to a beautiful shine! Usually use gloss black but I ran out... Turns out gray works just fine too!

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