What
- Engineered a scale body shell for a remote-controlled SUV, based on a production vehicle for realistic proportions.
- Developed a thin-walled, hollow exterior with integrated wheel arches, window pillars and a front fascia matching the original car.
How
- Rebuilt the vehicle’s surfaces as a lightweight shell that keeps the original profile while mounting easily on a small chassis.
- Used roof rails and side moulding as structural reinforcement against stress during high-speed driving.
Results
- Delivered a realistic shell that also improves the model’s power-to-weight ratio.
- Produced a model optimised for 3D printing, with smooth surfaces and clear boundaries for painting.
Tools and processes: Surface modelling, thin-wall design, 3D printing