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X-Plane 11 6DOF 1200lb Simulator

Discussion in 'DIY Motion Simulator Projects' started by Austin Slater, Jul 13, 2017.

  1. Austin Slater

    Austin Slater New Member

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    Hello All, I have moved my thoughts to my own thread.:)

    So a summary of the motion base im looking to build.

    Cockpit Based on 737-800

    Build Criteria:
    -6 DOF
    -1200LB Support
    -Fully Enclosed
    -Curved Screen
    -Climate Control
    -Home Grown Yoke System
    -3 Seats (Pilot, First Officer, And Instructor)

    Thoughts and advice on motor sizes for a simulator of this size I am probably going to go with AC Motors Per @SeatTime and @baykah.

    Would 1\2 H\P motors be sufficient. or shall I go with 3\4 or 1 H\P Motors?

    Linear actuators or gearbox and pitman arm?
    Austin Slater, Jul 13, 2017
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  2. Austin Slater

    Austin Slater New Member

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  3. noorbeast

    noorbeast VR Tassie Devil Staff Member Moderator Race Director

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    What is your budget?

    It would likely be a good idea to build a working model before committing to such a complex and potentially costly project: https://www.xsimulator.net/community/faq/build-a-working-model-to-test-your-design-ideas.216/

    Yes AC would likely be the way to go.

    Start by getting a basic idea of the physics involved in moving the mass at a desired speed, SimCalc gives a basic starting point: https://www.xsimulator.net/communit...e-linear-speed-and-forces-of-your-design.270/

    Online calculators: https://www.xsimulator.net/community/faq/a-calculator-for-just-about-anything.268/

    As @SeatTime is fond of saying keep inertia in mind, particularly with such a load.
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    noorbeast, Jul 13, 2017
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  4. SeatTime

    SeatTime Well-Known Member

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    Yes, agree with @noorbeast , what is your budget ? So many things to consider in building a sim of that size. Even powering it can be an issue - Eg. I have only single phase 240V 100 amp line into my house so could never think of building a big rig without some very expensive upgrades to the power coming into my house. This was just One of the reason that I went for something light/low powered (well compared to a big 6DOF sim :)). Where to house something this large is also another issue (they tend to be very tall/wide)- Guys with big sims often specially build the room that the sim lives in :eek:. Basically it is a massive investment once it is all finished.
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    SeatTime, Jul 13, 2017
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  5. SixDegreesOfFlight

    SixDegreesOfFlight Well-Known Member

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    @Austin Slater
    Great to see you getting into your project. I am sure you will heed the advice of the wise ones on this forum and I won't repeat what has already been said. Due diligence is the key to such a large and complicated project. I would suggest that you work with others in a project team and assign roles. Talking things through with others face to face and setting up a project management schedule will give this project a chance of getting finished. All the best
    SixDegreesOfFlight, Jul 14, 2017
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  6. baykah

    baykah Active Member

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    You should start with a static cockpit full size, build it light but strong ...

    After it's done, think about getting it to move ....
    baykah, Jul 20, 2017
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