This figure is a 21-function dragon ~4ft long from nose to tail. It features two sets of three-function eyes, a single-function mouth, a three-function neck, two sets of two-function arms, two sets of two-function wings, a single-function hip to allow him to rear up, and a two-function tail.
This figure was my second animated figure after Big Al and was designed before my professional experience with LF Studios.
Concept Development
The figure sculpt is primarily based on a small dragon statue I purchased and 3d scanned.
Dragon Statue
3D Scan
Motion concept
Eye Mechanism
The figure features a three-function eye, able to look up, down, and close its eyelids, as demonstrated in the prototype in the video below. The eye motions are achieved through linkages made of threaded rods with rod ends.
Eye Prototype
Wing Mechanism
The figure features an unfolding wing via a 6-bar mechanism achieved with a single actuator.
Assembled Figure Concept
