Emotion Simulators - 6 DOF motion

eMotion Simulators produce a 1-6 DOF modular motion system. They can be purchased in any order or in any combination.

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Our eSeat product has a unique way in how it simulates surge.



Firstly, sway is the hardest force to replicate. It is a linear force but most other motion simulator manufacturers replicate it by tilting the cockpit sideways to force the user into the side bolsters to provide a sustained force. So if you're turning right the cockpit leans left so you are supposed to lean into the left hand side of the seat feeling the reaction force on your left. However, you naturally without probably even noticing, try to remain upright so you actually feel it more on your right hand side. This means it feels more like the car suspension is soft. Also, in theory, if you are driving the carousel at the Nordschleife it would mean these simulators would lean right where the track literally leans to the left!
What we have done is to replicate sway by sliding the seat base sideways as you turn which forces you into the bolster. This is what actually happens to you feeling a lot more realistic and for a while now I've been happy with how this force is replicated. This frees up the roll of our e2 or e3 platforms to replicate the camber of the circuit.

Regarding surge, we have the STL platform which replicates it but the feeling is momentary. It does give a good sensation of initial acceleration/braking and gear changes though! Again, other sim motion manufacturers tip the cockpit forwards and backwards to replicate accelerating and braking which can also be misinterpreted as soft suspension.

What we wanted to try and replicate was the sustained forces you feel when you accelerate and brake. The previous eSeat moved the seat base forwards and backwards so you were pushed into the back of the seat when you brake but the feeling was only experienced in your lower back.

The new eSeat pushes the seat back forwards when you accelerate replicating the reaction force you feel in your upper back and shoulders which is where you actually feel it. The seat back now also moves backwards when you brake.

If you think the direction we have taken is wrong then can I suggest that the next time you are in a car (ideally get someone else to drive!) try closing your eyes and really feel what you are experiencing.

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