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Looking for feedback on a minimum 3DOF sim - more in post

Discussion in 'DIY Motion Simulator Projects' started by Kattz, Nov 19, 2017.

  1. Kattz

    Kattz Audaces Fortuna Iuvat

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    My Motion Simulator:
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    Hello,

    Lots of great work here!

    So, I have an Obutto SimChair with all the add-ons for flight simming or racing.

    I also have the hardware for a B737 cockpit - the minimum required - EFIS, MCP, FDU, and throttles/yoke, Thrustmaster Warthog for DCS, and a Logitech G27 setup for racing/

    The simchair is carrying 3 25" monitors.

    My guesstimate is that the simchair setup for P3D and the 737NG weighs in at about 100 lbs, plus my fat butt at 270 lbs. This is what one gets after five back surgeries thanks to the USAF...

    I want to build a minimum 3DOF mover for this outfit.

    I'm open to suggestions. Price-wise, I think 6DOF is out of reach - my budget is about $2K.

    Advice?

    Thanks,

    Kev
    Kattz, Nov 19, 2017
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  2. noorbeast

    noorbeast VR Tassie Devil Staff Member Moderator Race Director

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    My Motion Simulator:
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    I would suggest spending some research time, it will pay off in the long run.

    Have a look at existing member builds, that may help you refine your own project ideas: http://www.xsimulator.net/community/forums/diy-motion-simulator-projects.22/

    You will find plenty to get you started in the FAQs, from design software, dimension of sims, to PSUs, pots, motors, JRKs, Arduino code and Motor Monsters, plus heaps more: http://www.xsimulator.net/community/faq/

    We have a glossary for all those acronyms we tend to use, which will help you decipher some descriptions: http://www.xsimulator.net/community/faq/glossary-of-acronyms-and-names.66/

    I look forward to following your project.
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    noorbeast, Nov 19, 2017
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