I Built the Project Hail Mary Cockpit Control Panel
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What this video covers
Creative Geekery recreates the cockpit control panel from the sci-fi novel and film adaptation Project Hail Mary, working from minimal reference material. The build combines 3D printed parts, laser-cut plywood, physical controls like dials and buttons, and integrated LCD screens with custom UI graphics. Trial and error played a central role, making this an honest look at the iterative prop-making process. The finished piece is a convincing, functional-looking spaceship console built on a maker budget.
Key takeaways
- ◆Built with almost no official reference, showcasing creative problem-solving and improvisation
- ◆Combines 3D printing, laser cutting, physical hardware controls, and screen integration for a layered, realistic result
- ◆Custom UI graphics add a polished, screen-accurate touch to the finished panel
- ◆Spray painting with black and hammered silver finishes gives the prop a convincing sci-fi aesthetic
- ◆Full parts list provided, making this relatively reproducible for other makers
Who this is for
Makers, prop builders, and sci-fi fans who want to create movie-inspired display props or themed set pieces using accessible fabrication tools.
Tools mentioned
- • 3D printer
- • laser cutter
- • hot glue gun
- • HDMI cable
- • media player
Materials mentioned
- • 3D print filament
- • plywood
- • craft paper
- • LCD screen
- • dials
- • buttons
- • silver hex screws
- • black spray paint
- • silver hammered spray paint
- • hot glue
- • power cable splitter
- • mini HDMI cable
⚠ Safety notes
Use caution with hot glue gun to avoid burns; ensure wiring connections are secure and insulated to prevent shorts.
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