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N-Labs Simulator - Brasil

Discussion in 'DIY Motion Simulator Projects' started by Nailson Roveta, Jan 13, 2026 at 20:53.

  1. Nailson Roveta

    Nailson Roveta Nailson

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    Nailson Roveta, Jan 13, 2026 at 20:53
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    Assembling the stand for the 3 monitors.

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    Nailson Roveta, Jan 14, 2026 at 01:52
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    Seatbelt actuation. I made a bracket to attach to the seat itself and I'm using SIMTOOLS to move them. It turned out very well. Later I'll upload some videos to YouTube and post the link here.

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    Nailson Roveta, Jan 14, 2026 at 02:01
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    What are the motors you are using?
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  5. Nailson Roveta

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    For the seatbelt mechanism, I use two automotive power window motors. They aren't as powerful as windshield wiper motors, but they're strong enough to operate the seatbelts.

    I used an Arduino and two BTS7960 43A H-bridges. I configured the Sway and Surge motion. This way I have control of the individual belts; in a curve, for example, one motor tightens and the other loosens. During braking, both tighten, and during acceleration, both loosen.

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    This video gives you an idea of how the seatbelt mechanism works and the intensity of the wind depending on the car's speed. Sorry the audio is in Portuguese. Best regards.
    Nailson Roveta, Jan 14, 2026 at 15:47
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