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Re: A340-300 project

Posted: 21 Dec 2010, 14:05
by Morhaf
Xpand wrote:What's the size of the texture sheets? That's some awesome resolution!
well duhhh the map for the nose is 4k, and the rear- and midfuselage are 5k :lol: i can always resize it for FS purpose, but I'm most likely gonna remap the whole thing anyway then

Re: A340-300 project

Posted: 21 Dec 2010, 14:44
by Atomic_13
Those curves of the airfoil looks great!!

Re: A340-300 project

Posted: 22 Dec 2010, 01:11
by Morhaf
tnx

and to get more out of the incredibly huge map, I added some tiny rivet lines (nose only) that are almost invisible

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Re: A340-300 project

Posted: 22 Dec 2010, 12:45
by Xpand
Morhaf wrote:
Xpand wrote:What's the size of the texture sheets? That's some awesome resolution!
well duhhh the map for the nose is 4k, and the rear- and midfuselage are 5k :lol: i can always resize it for FS purpose, but I'm most likely gonna remap the whole thing anyway then
I was asking about the size in pixel, lol!

Re: A340-300 project

Posted: 22 Dec 2010, 17:47
by Derek Mayer
Think thats what he means, 4k = 4000x4000, or 4096x4096 if he's used powers of 2.

Re: A340-300 project

Posted: 23 Dec 2010, 16:49
by Morhaf
yes I meant 4000x4000 and 5000x5000 pixels.

Re: A340-300 project

Posted: 27 Dec 2010, 01:43
by Morhaf
Fuselage textures are done, and so are the wing textures. I just forgot to add the spoilers, and when I wanted to do that there wasnt enough room. :lol:

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p.s. merry Christmas :D

Re: A340-300 project

Posted: 29 Dec 2010, 01:04
by Morhaf
is everyone enjoying the detail so far? well here's some more eye-candy:

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Re: A340-300 project

Posted: 29 Dec 2010, 08:42
by GaryG
I am :D

Re: A340-300 project

Posted: 29 Dec 2010, 09:23
by anels9
So hope you make this for FS9 one day, but yes I'm loving it A LOT!! :D

Re: A340-300 project

Posted: 29 Dec 2010, 11:58
by Xpand
It looks really nice! But will FSX handle those texture sheets? Doesn't it only handle sheet sizes that are a power of 2 with a maximum of 2048px?

Re: A340-300 project

Posted: 29 Dec 2010, 12:32
by Morhaf
well I'm gonna remap (and maybe retexture)for FS later anyway, and I just found out how to add more object in one map, so I can just map smaller parts of the fuselage and wing etc. and put as many pieces in one map. There shouldnt be a limit for the amoutn of maps used, so dividing the mesh on more maps gives just as good results (i hope). alignment is gonna be hell, but its worth the detail right? :D

Should I release a paint kit so people can paint it? I do need some fictional VA liveries for my video..

Re: A340-300 project

Posted: 05 Feb 2011, 18:34
by KillerK
So am I to understand this will be an FSX exclusive project? FS9 has been lacking a high quality A340 model for quite some time now. :/

It looks so beautiful, I'd love to see an FS9 version, kindly give it some consideration.

Re: A340-300 project

Posted: 05 Feb 2011, 18:49
by Morhaf
KillerK wrote:So am I to understand this will be an FSX exclusive project? FS9 has been lacking a high quality A340 model for quite some time now. :/

It looks so beautiful, I'd love to see an FS9 version, kindly give it some consideration.
As of now, nothing is set in stone, but ultimately the goal is to make an FS9 and FSX version, like with all PA models. However, as of now, its still a personal project, to be used for private purposes. More updates to follow soon.

Re: A340-300 project

Posted: 06 Feb 2011, 05:30
by CngDelta757
Any chance for an A330-300? Once done with the A340 of course

Re: A340-300 project

Posted: 06 Feb 2011, 12:31
by Morhaf
sure, all I have to do is put some new engines on it, shorten the fuselage, remove the fuel-dump tube, and weld the slats. And ofcourse remove the center main gear + doors, and there's your A333.

Re: A340-300 project

Posted: 06 Feb 2011, 19:23
by KillerK
Morhaf wrote:
KillerK wrote:So am I to understand this will be an FSX exclusive project? FS9 has been lacking a high quality A340 model for quite some time now. :/

It looks so beautiful, I'd love to see an FS9 version, kindly give it some consideration.
As of now, nothing is set in stone, but ultimately the goal is to make an FS9 and FSX version, like with all PA models. However, as of now, its still a personal project, to be used for private purposes. More updates to follow soon.
Sounds good, looking forward to the updates.

Re: A340-300 project

Posted: 08 Feb 2011, 09:23
by Srilanka
WOW Realy nyc detail...Keep it up! :)

Re: A340-300 project

Posted: 08 Feb 2011, 14:50
by fsxfan
Is an FS version possible?On which way are going to convert it to a mdl?

Re: A340-300 project

Posted: 08 Feb 2011, 19:13
by Morhaf
I have no idea, I'll find out after I actually finish the model. But with some help from the PA guru's, I'm sure we'll figure out a way.

Re: A340-300 project

Posted: 09 Feb 2011, 02:50
by A321flyer
this looks way more detailed than overlands airbus, i wish that they knew how to make a detailed model. keep at it and im sure yours will be a success

Re: A340-300 project

Posted: 13 Feb 2011, 15:47
by Morhaf
still a work in progress
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Re: A340-300 project

Posted: 15 Feb 2011, 23:12
by Kurosaki
must....grab...

Re: A340-300 project

Posted: 17 Feb 2011, 00:07
by Morhaf
Time to bring the beast out of the hangar!

enjoy this extra spicy update:

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Still some things I need to correct and adjust, but its pretty much done :)

Re: A340-300 project

Posted: 17 Feb 2011, 00:20
by CngDelta757
*Jizzes* OH GOD!!!!! THAT IS AMAZING!!!! love the work! all we need now is A330 (J.K)

Re: A340-300 project

Posted: 17 Feb 2011, 01:18
by sinsnowman
Jesus!!!
Can't wait to fly this beast~~!!!

How about using the techique the same as this one?
http://simflight.com/2011/02/02/boeing- ... 04-models/
Should be interesting in fs9 :)

Re: A340-300 project

Posted: 17 Feb 2011, 01:21
by Srilanka
Woah, I wish this thing could fly on fsx!

Re: A340-300 project

Posted: 21 Feb 2011, 02:26
by Morhaf
renders not finished yet, having some problems with maya, you can expect it later today, tommorow, toyota

Re: A340-300 project

Posted: 21 Feb 2011, 22:11
by Morhaf
okay everyone, I couldnt choose between the images I found on google, so I just composited the plane on all of them :D

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This was the intended render, but I dont think it looks that realistic:

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cheers!

p.s. I downscaled all the textures to 1000x1000 pixels

Re: A340-300 project

Posted: 22 Feb 2011, 02:19
by Kurosaki
Looking hot as ever.

Re: A340-300 project

Posted: 22 Feb 2011, 03:02
by esg
Perhaps you should try rendering the backdrop as well

Re: A340-300 project

Posted: 24 Feb 2011, 00:49
by Morhaf
esg wrote:Perhaps you should try rendering the backdrop as well
I tried, but maya aborted the render at 30% cause of low memory, so I had to resize the textures, relocate them, get rid of the image plane etc. Plus it should be better to always render in passes so you can composite it in post, but photoshop leaves a premultiplication ring around the render, what you can rid of in AE, but not in PS.. :(

anyway, here's some more images of the model since I didnt really post any shots of all the updated parts.

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p.s. Work on A330 is gonna start soon.

Re: A330-A340 project

Posted: 04 Mar 2011, 19:11
by Morhaf
Another render:

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Re: A330-A340 project

Posted: 04 Mar 2011, 20:56
by Brett-Hill
That does look very impressive, If I was to be picky though... I would say either the sky needs to be brighter or the aircraft needs to be darker. The aircraft reflections look a little too light for the surroundings ;)

Re: A330-A340 project

Posted: 06 Mar 2011, 13:11
by sinsnowman
How about the texture of the engine fan? The real one doesn't look that shinny.....

Re: A330-A340 project

Posted: 06 Mar 2011, 14:07
by Morhaf
ok, so, combining all the tips I got, I gotta texture/adjust the shader of the fan blades, make the plane darker, and add some lights and add some noise and blur to the plane to make it more photorealistic..

just a question.. why do I need to texture the fan's? its not like SWISS is putting their logo on each of them.. :| Dont they just have one neutral color (metal) ? Ok so I should probably tweak the shader.. oh and the fans arent moving yet, so I might do that too

Re: A330-A340 project

Posted: 06 Mar 2011, 19:34
by sinsnowman
Well I think the reason of having texture on engine fans is that they are metallic, but they are dull in nature, leaving them too sharp when you look at it from the outside, like the one made by wilco.

Re: A330-A340 project

Posted: 27 Mar 2011, 05:11
by sinsnowman
Sorry to bother, but it's been a long time since your last post.....how's the work going?
(just noticed I joined PA for almost a year xdd)

Re: A330-A340 project

Posted: 27 Mar 2011, 13:24
by Morhaf
I've been working on animating and trying to get the wingflex look right (it is now, except the engines arent moving with it :x )
Haven't found much time to continue work since I've been busy with school lately, lots of important exams etc.

Re: A330-A340 project

Posted: 28 Mar 2011, 10:15
by sinsnowman
Don't worry Morhaf, here's another guy fighting in the public exams in Hong Kong. I just messed up one of the papers in UE (Use of English), I'm so damn pissed, and my maths isn't very good, I've got to pass in Maths in order to get into the university!!! and it's a week left till the exam >.< Take whatever time you need on the model, I can't play until I get my exams right.......
We'll certainly pray for you, so do your best~~!!
(BTW, I guess my major concern is the landing animation of the main gear, so take your time ;) )

Re: A330-A340 project

Posted: 12 May 2011, 08:44
by iberia321
still alive the project???

Re: A330-A340 project

Posted: 01 Jun 2011, 03:25
by Charlieeee
This product looks incredible! Are you still working on it?

Re: A330-A340 project

Posted: 19 Jul 2011, 15:08
by sinsnowman
Hi is this still alive? This model is incredible, it'd be a pity if this is discontinued.........

Re: A330-A340 project

Posted: 21 Jul 2011, 22:00
by Morhaf
A little status update:

I've been busy last 3 months with school, and after nervewrecking wingflex problems I stopped and focussed on school entirely

Anyway, the model as of now:

New winglet design :P :
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And, finally, wingflex! :mrgreen: :

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Re: A330-A340 project

Posted: 22 Jul 2011, 01:14
by sinsnowman
It's great to see you again Morhaf, and we're happy to see this project being alive, sure it's nerve cracking to see the wingflex :p

Re: A330-A340 project

Posted: 24 Jul 2011, 01:00
by Morhaf
I'm truly saddened to report that the Airbus A340 has tragically crashed after taking off. While taking off, passengers reported seeing the wing being under a lot of stress from all the lift being produced.

The airbus, powered by 4 hairdryers, had shown some problems with its wings before, but none to suggest flexing weaknesses. Moments after lifting off, the wings snapped, causing the 2 outboard engines to detach from their pylons, together with the rotating fanblades being shot out, and the ailerons and some flapcanoes falling off.

After gliding with broken engines and wings, the aircraft impacted the ground. Miraculously the plane remained intact, and all the passengers were able to evacuate before the aircraft bursted into flames.

Some pictures:

At the moment of maximum stress, causing wingparts to get ripped off violently.

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The burnt wreckage of the Airbus, the morning after the accident.

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:lol: :lol: I clearly need a new graphics card.. This is getting worse and worse!! Well, at least I can make up a funny story to go with it. :lol:

Re: A330-A340 project

Posted: 26 Jul 2011, 19:54
by MUSTANG
That last pic actually looks kinda cool 8-) ;) 8-) :lol:

Re: A330-A340 project

Posted: 31 Jul 2011, 04:09
by chanbasti
Is this still the model you were making for your Swiss Airlines commercial, or is this already the FS converted version?

Chan

Re: A330-A340 project

Posted: 01 Aug 2011, 07:41
by Morhaf
Yea, this is still the old model, haven't changed much, since maya's modelling tools are a pain in the @$$.. also maya is reallyy slow.

btw I'm going to Egypt tomorrow!! :D (with SWISS ) Taking the A320 and the A340 (you know, that plane I've been working on a year or so) :D

Re: A330-A340 project

Posted: 08 Oct 2011, 05:13
by Trebor
it's been a couple months. how's the progress on this? and will there be an FS9 version?