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2dof motion using wooden components

Discussion in 'DIY Motion Simulator Projects' started by Martin Hoare, Feb 18, 2020.

  1. Martin Hoare

    Martin Hoare @M45T1N

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    My Motion Simulator:
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    Has anyone ever successfully built one out of wooden components?

    I have made a start on my build however come a cropper on the motor side of things currently

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  2. Martin Hoare

    Martin Hoare @M45T1N

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    My Motion Simulator:
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    The following photos are of the UJ mounted to the crossbeam

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  3. Martin Hoare

    Martin Hoare @M45T1N

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    Testing out the dimensions of the seat and drilling the holes to eventually mount the seat frame to the platform

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    Martin Hoare @M45T1N

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    I decided the platform needed to be a bit more sturdy so have included a baseplate to it

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    Martin Hoare @M45T1N

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    The seat mounted to the crossbar and upon checking the available movement I needed to include some stoppers

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    My Motion Simulator:
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    The motors and connecting rods will create a natural limit once fitted and even those motors that can be back driven should hold the platform once powered on.

    The timber frame should be fine, but for durability and minimum friction a traditional uni joint would be better, placed as close as possible to the seat base, as otherwise it adds a lot of stress on the motors: https://www.xsimulator.net/community/faq/universal-joint-placement.108/

    Your rig will also need to be properly balanced: https://www.xsimulator.net/communit...-of-gravity-to-balance-a-motion-simulator.55/
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    Hey, looking good so far.
    I also want to make my sim with wooden components. Pls post more as you do. Tnx. Good luck!