Ranger's Halo 3: Mk VI Build

[RandomRanger]

I've started my first build, and started with the helmet since that's what I had. I basically just painted the prop helm that you can buy from a costume store and then added a bunch of tech to the inside of it. The Halo 4 helmet will have to do until I'm able to make my own Halo 3 helm, since that's gonna be the art style of my suit.

I've included before/after weathering photos.

Some details on the tech: I added a raspberry pi, HUD via wearable display, and stereo speakers to the inside with plans to add more functionality. Before you ask, this is the display I used https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01HY18A9U/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00__o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Let me know what you guys think.

More images can be found on my Google Photos Album: https://photos.app.goo.gl/5YusD9HPxjXTURcs7

 

[xXDashIVXx]

Looks great! Didn't realize it was one of those cheap plastic ones until you mentioned it! Good job!

 

[GMer56]

What resolution does that display have, looks pretty neat! I found a wide-angle lens on a PiCam makes the view a bit more bearable.

 

[RandomRanger]

What resolution does that display have, looks pretty neat! I found a wide-angle lens on a PiCam makes the view a bit more bearable.

The display is 720p (for this type of application I would've been ecstatic for 480p) and looks like a virtual 4" screen about a foot away, so a little smaller than a phone screen (or normal sized for older phones). It's admittedly difficult to read text as the display has to be positioned just right and it made taking the helm on/off much more difficult. But, for the added benefit of being able to interact with a computer without breaking suit immersion I consider it wholly worth it, especially once I write my own hud app and build my features in (nightvision, mini map, and voice comms anyone?).

 

[Phauxelate]

once I write my own hud app and build my features in (nightvision, mini map, and voice comms anyone?).

I hope you know, I'm now counting you fully accountable for what you just said there and am expecting a fully function (hopefully customizable) HUD at my disposal in the future

 

[Sean Anwalt]

I hope you know, I'm now counting you fully accountable for what you just said there and am expecting a fully function (hopefully customizable) HUD at my disposal in the future

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Ditto.

 

[GMer56]

The display is 720p (for this type of application I would've been ecstatic for 480p) and looks like a virtual 4" screen about a foot away, so a little smaller than a phone screen (or normal sized for older phones). It's admittedly difficult to read text as the display has to be positioned just right and it made taking the helm on/off much more difficult. But, for the added benefit of being able to interact with a computer without breaking suit immersion I consider it wholly worth it, especially once I write my own hud app and build my features in (nightvision, mini map, and voice comms anyone?).

Sounds like a nifty bit of tech: something to look into for my mechs. For windows there's a program "rainmeter" that allows desktop widgets, with a less well documentent alternative for the pi. Pi would be more flexible cuz you can then use python scriptsnto get sensor data for things like compasses and virtual horizon balls

 

[Zackurai]

This should be pimp, I'll be watching this and Dirtdives will probably like this post, just his nature.

 

[Dirtdives2424]

This should be pimp, I'll be watching this and Dirtdives will probably like this post, just his nature.

Yes....because I'm such a Techo-wiz........

 

[Zackurai]

Yes....because I'm such a Techo-wiz........

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Great shiz, but I was referring to your need to like stuff, you addict

 

[RandomRanger]

I picked up a nightvision cam too, but it looks like the Pi is being sassy as far as detecting it... and I need a way to mount it. But there's a hint at another upcoming feature.

 

[RandomRanger]

Great shiz, but I was referring to your need to like stuff, you addict

I didn't know what you were talking about at first, then I checked my notifications. Haha Dirtdives, I'm sure YouTubers love you!

 

[Zackurai]

I didn't know what you were talking about at first, then I checked my notifications. Haha Dirtdives, I'm sure YouTubers love you!

All jokes aside, he does like stuff he deems worthy

 

[RandomRanger]

Well, maybe he'll like this update. I'm both optimistic and cautious over my progress as a first timer.
I'm definitely into the battle-worn look.

 

[RandomRanger]

Because I'm addicted to sharing and excited about my first build, here's it now with my forearms

Subjectively, I think I'm doing pretty good... for a brick.

 

[Sean Anwalt]

Looking good, man. Keep it up!

 

[RandomRanger]

If a piece ended up being too large (even after much fitting before cutting) would it be better to hold it up with a buckle, pad the inside to fit more snug, or both?

 

[Sean Anwalt]

A combination of both? It depends on what part, really. Buckles work great, but they show or cause pressure points under the armor.

 

[RandomRanger]

I ended up using buckles, it worked pretty well! Here's a progress update that includes my new shoulder pieces .

 

[Harri51]

good start! you are doing very well.