Final Train Design (Dan Gates)

This is what the final design for the train looks like. To create this image I used the sketches we as a group came up with and the research from the mood-board to come up with the final look of the train itself. I used point of perspective view to make it seem like the train is vanishing in the distance. When it came to colouring the image I used Photoshop to give the train that vintage feel about it, as well as using shading to make it seem more 3D. I took into consideration that the train would be on a advertisement poster, I considered using bright, eye catching colours. (see below)

Communications

Throughout this project communication was key to meeting our deadlines in time as well as producing a final product. One form of communication we used was through Facebook Messenger. In this we created a group chat which meant we were able to talk and discuss what needed to be done and by when. Also we all used this blog to check up on what we’ve done so far and also see what where we were on the gnat chart and what needed to be done. Also in case of any of the group members couldn’t access the internet for whatever reason, we gave our phone numbers to one another.

LOGO DESIGN

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Updated Gantt Chart

This is the new updated Gantt Chart that we have created for our Group, we realized we needed more time for some tasks as well as completing tasks we haven't done yet. So we edited slightly so the group can work to the deadline. I have also colour coded the gantt chart so we know whats complete, what we are working on and what needs to be done

First Basic Designs

These are our first basic designs that we have drawn. A lot is still undecided but we are using the Product Definition Document and the mood board for reference. Since the train will be shooting into space we have taken into account the need for a rail that ramps into the sky and also the tracks for the train as it needs to follow the route. These are still the first draft of the basic designs so the product is still far from finished

Product Definition Document

Here is a quick Product Definition document about the product we are trying to make and who it is aimed at.

Space train product specification

• ·         Train with retro feel
• ·         Needs to be aerodynamic, fast
• ·         Needs to be sturdy
• ·         Will hold cargo and passengers
• ·         Concept art – poster design
• ·         Needs to be Hospitable/ inviting
• ·         Needs to be Survivable
• ·         5 carriages- One pilot, 2 passenger, one cargo, one systems hub
• ·         Needs to hover, not be attached but needs to follow a route
• ·         Luxury interior- almost first class
• ·         Cargo doesn’t need luxury, no gravity to save money (staff only)

Target Audience

• ·         Upper class families, couples
• ·         Business people, fast transport between sectors
• ·         Tourists
• ·         The wealthy, 1%’s 

Gantt Chart

Here is a quick gantt chart of our schedule for the project. Since we have such a short deadline it is better to have a schedule at the start rather than make it up as we go along. It can also be edited at any time

Mood Board

This is a quick mood board that we made. The images are taken from various games, films and real life images. We will be using these as a reference only and not be directly copying. This is just so we can get a look on what kind of train we are looking to draw

Proposal

For this project we will be creating a modded/customized vehicle of our choice for a game genre of our choice. This will then be our final artifact and presented to our University class. We have chosen to do a Futuristic space train that has a vintage feel to it as well as being practical. The project is due on the 1/12/15 and will be presented on that day. We will be doing research on the relevant material and putting it onto a mood board for reference. As well as the final artifact we will be creating various other documents that contribute towards the work such as time management sheets, gantt charts, risk assessment tables etc. This blog will be used to post updates on our work as well as a communication between the group.