Hello everybody!
OK, there is an issue here that the detail design is changing - a lot - and so each set of renderings or model must be seen as a stand-alone design. For example, the model has the US 127mm whereas the renderings (and most models) have used the Italian weapon. The model has a rounded stern whilst that rendering has a chine. The VLS position, EOFC position, EO/IRST type and position etc keep moving, etc etc etc.
There are a few guidelines that should always be the case (except when they aren't!
): Planform alignment: Sloped surfaces will be at the same angle whenever possible. Vents and intakes: There is a space behind them for an intake plenum, spray filtering, ATU etc, so those on the superstructure proper will tend to be tucked out of the way - see the funny shaped mission bay door on the rendering.
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