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3DOF simulator with wiper motor

Discussion in 'DIY Motion Simulator Projects' started by FrancescoRoberto, May 27, 2018.

  1. FrancescoRoberto

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    Thanks,
    But I'd like to know the solution about another problem.
    I've assemblied my first pc and I've downloaded SimTools by the folder that I've in my old pc.
    Now, the key licence is the same or do I need ask a new code?
    I try to start SimTools Licensing but I don't manage because a message says: "You don't have a connection"; but the internet connection there is.
    Why'
    Best Regards
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    I download SimTools v2.4 and the Licesing has started, the I write the key that I had from first time and it seems ok.
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    Correct, there is a limited number of times you can re-register SimTools, to allow for things like computer upgrades.
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    Thanks,
    Now I try to setup RFactor 2 and SimTools, but I'd like to show my new projects:
    - handbreak diy with micro arduino and linear potenz. 10kOhm.
    - sterring wheel like as Lamborghini Huracan GT3
    - finally my new assembled pc

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    Hello,
    Well I abandoned the PS4 even if I think I managed to make the dynamic diy playseat works discreetly; shame about the few games which the UDP plugin exists for.
    Now, however, I want to focus on the assembled gaming pc and RFACTOR 2, but it's not easy.
    For example, the first simtools setting, regarding axis assignment, it is not very satisfactory because, for example, the actual gear change is not felt.
    Basically with the same values that I used in PJC 2 in RFACTOR 2 not very rewarding.
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    forgot one thing:
    currently for the traction loss I have used an engine equal to the other two, i.e. a wiper motor, but this for what it has to do is too small, for this I would like to evaluate a 12V gearmotor that can meet the characteristics required for the function it will have to perform.
    any suggestions.
    Thanks
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    Hello,
    I'd like to show my first diy sterring wheel for Thrustmaster T300 RS GT Edition. This want to look like to Lamborghini Huracan GT3 sterring wheel.
    See the follow photos, in the next day I try to clothe with some material, like alcantara.

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  8. FrancescoRoberto

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    Hi,
    My frame has a fixed frame and a top frame for traction loss. On this second frame with an "L" support I mounted the wiper motors through the classic three fixing holes they are equipped with

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    Hi Francesco.
    First of all , my compliments for your work.
    Could you say me, what arduino software, did you install inside, for 3DOF?

    Thanks in advance
    Bye
    Marco
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    Hi, The project started at least two years ago and I got help from a friend who is familiar with Arduino Uno boards.
    Anyway, I remember looking for the sketch to program the board in the forum. If you do not find it and you have patience a few days I try to recover it.
    Regards
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    Thanks Francesco. I will waiting, your news , about software.
    I was looking for the arduino software, for 3DOF, but I don't find what you use. I believe is SMC3.
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    Hello,
    I'd like to show my last video about diy "XRED" playseat with Assetto Corsa Competizione.
    Now I've decided to substitute the traction loss motor, today a wiper motor, with a 120W 12V 40rpm motor and ratio i=40:1.
    Then I try to use a chain.
    Any suggestions?
    Thanks


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    Hello, I've updated my playseat:
    - Changed pedals and introduced an elastomer
    - Changed handbreak
    - Updated the setup about the sound and the cockpit
    Now I'm going to try to introduce the eccentric motors to pedals vibration; so I think to use the motors of my PS4 controller and an arduino.
    I'll show my project soon

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    Hello,
    I'd like to upgrade my playseat about traction loss in this way:
    I want to introduce a second Arduino UNO, so the playseat will have:
    n°1 Arduino UNO and a motormonster to move two wiper motors about surge, sway, roll, pitch and heave
    n°1 Arduino UNO and a motormonster to move a traction loss simukit motor
    I'd like your help to define the setup in Simtools and the code to Arduino; I think I need change the Interface 1 and add the Interface 2.
    There're any examples about this application?
    Thanks
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    Code has to be loaded like you did for the original Arduino.

    In Interface Settings use Interface 2 and set up similarly as to how you will have Interface 1, but you will just have just [A<Axis1a>] in Interface 2 as you just have TL.
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