Crashing an X-Wing into the Death Star: A DIY Adventure
Summary
In this article, we will be discussing a DIY project of crashing an X-Wing into the surface of the Death Star. The project involves creating a plywood platform and decorating it with plastic junk to resemble the iconic spacecraft. The team attempts to crash the X-Wing into the Death Star and rebuild it for another round.
Table of Contents
- Creating the X-Wing and Death Star Platform
- Testing the Crash
- Rebuilding the X-Wing
- Conclusion
Creating the X-Wing and Death Star Platform
The project involves creating a platform resembling the Death Star and an X-Wing model. The team creates a plywood platform and decorates it with plastic junk to resemble the surface of the Death Star. After applying a coat of gray primer, the platform looks like futuristic stuff. The X-Wing model is then built and placed on the platform.
Testing the Crash
The team tests the crash by dropping the X-Wing onto the Death Star platform. They cushion the platform with some materials and try again. The Death Star platform wobbles like a trampoline, and the X-Wing crashes through it. They attempt to rebuild the X-Wing for another round.
Rebuilding the X-Wing
The team successfully rebuilds the X-Wing and attempts to crash it into the Death Star platform again. They successfully crash it, and R2-D2 hangs on for the ride. The team was able to capture the entire experience on video.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the DIY project of crashing an X-Wing into the Death Star platform was a success. The team was able to create a realistic-looking platform and X-Wing model and successfully test the crash. The experience was a fun and exciting adventure for the team, and they were able to rebuild the X-Wing for another round.
