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3Thanks for the links, but they don't provide what I'm looking for. The pictures in your first link are nice, but don't offer any clue as to how it could operate; I'm not convinced that the photographed article is anything more than a static prop. The on-set pictures lead me to think that there were two versions of the prop used in actual TOS filming - moving and non-moving. The blueprint only shows superficial outlines, not the sort of mechanical details necessary to construct a replica which reproduces the motion as seen on-screen.– Anthony XCommented Jan 1, 2020 at 15:52
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3@AnthonyX That's fair. But I actually don't think there were two versions of the scanner. Unless I'm misunderstanding, this article about the console restoration suggests that there was only ever the single moving piece: startrek.com/article/… But if you're looking to recreate it, I'd suggest trying propmaking forums and the like. I'm sure someone's done it somewhere, or maybe try contacting the Museum of Pop Culture in Seattle to ask them about the restoration they did.– SpaceWolf1701Commented Jan 1, 2020 at 21:32
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Thanks for that restoration article. It does provide some useful insight. It gives some clues about how it works, but still not enough to build a reproduction. Obviously, the article's author had what they needed to do it. As for my "two versions" remark, those additional pictures help me see my earlier misunderstanding.– Anthony XCommented Jan 1, 2020 at 21:46
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I believe the folks at Star Trek Tour have recreated the scanner. They might be able to help you with the motion. startrektour.com– Charles OppermannCommented May 18, 2021 at 22:03
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