1. Do not share user accounts! Any account that is shared by another person will be blocked and closed. This means: we will close not only the account that is shared, but also the main account of the user who uses another person's account. We have the ability to detect account sharing, so please do not try to cheat the system. This action will take place on 04/18/2023. Read all forum rules.
    Dismiss Notice
  2. For downloading SimTools plugins you need a Download Package. Get it with virtual coins that you receive for forum activity or Buy Download Package - We have a zero Spam tolerance so read our forum rules first.

    Buy Now a Download Plan!
  3. Do not try to cheat our system and do not post an unnecessary amount of useless posts only to earn credits here. We have a zero spam tolerance policy and this will cause a ban of your user account. Otherwise we wish you a pleasant stay here! Read the forum rules
  4. We have a few rules which you need to read and accept before posting anything here! Following these rules will keep the forum clean and your stay pleasant. Do not follow these rules can lead to permanent exclusion from this website: Read the forum rules.
    Are you a company? Read our company rules
Shared accounts will be removed Plugin Downloads Zero spam policy Forum Rules

Departed Reality 6dof

Discussion in 'DIY Motion Simulator Projects' started by GoFlying, Aug 1, 2022.

  1. GoFlying

    GoFlying New Member

    Joined:
    Jan 15, 2022
    Messages:
    12
    Balance:
    92Coins
    Ratings:
    +1 / 0 / -0
    I’m just starting to put together a 6 DOF rig using plans from Departed Reality. It’s going to take a while before I can post pics - just assembling one 500mm actuator at first to test and then progress with the other five once any issues encountered are sorted. Will post pics as progress is made.

    Using 4080 profile for the actuators, and the usual 80ST motors and AASD-15A (the white version) drivers.
    Xiang Long NSFSU ball screws which seem to be of excellent quality (at a price!)
    3d printing everything required to be printed using eSUN PLA-ST (super-tough) which is printing beautifully.
    For the bearing plates which I am going to try to use Igus 1180PF or 1150PF if the 1180 proves to be too difficult to print.

    The motion sim will purely be used as a flight sim for helicopters.

    Meanwhile, I have decided to use Thanos AMC Ccontroller and have a question…
    Is there any reason or preference to use Simtools or FlyPT?
    GoFlying, Aug 1, 2022
    #1
  2. noorbeast

    noorbeast VR Tassie Devil Staff Member Moderator Race Director

    Joined:
    Jul 13, 2014
    Messages:
    21,398
    Occupation:
    Innovative tech specialist for NGOs
    Location:
    St Helens, Tasmania, Australia
    Balance:
    150,043Coins
    Ratings:
    +10,993 / 54 / -2
    My Motion Simulator:
    3DOF, DC motor, JRK
    Both will work, but have slightly different approaches to the same goal, SimTools is aimed more at game data driven motion while FlyPt gives fine control via a pose based approach. Best to read the documentation and even try out both to see which suits you best.
    noorbeast, Aug 1, 2022
    #2
  3. GoFlying

    GoFlying New Member

    Joined:
    Jan 15, 2022
    Messages:
    12
    Balance:
    92Coins
    Ratings:
    +1 / 0 / -0
    Good advice, thank you. Will try both and let you know how I get on
    • Like Like x 1
    GoFlying, Aug 1, 2022
    #3
  4. John Doe 77

    John Doe 77 New Member

    Joined:
    Jan 14, 2024
    Messages:
    4
    Location:
    Hanau / Germany
    Balance:
    34Coins
    Ratings:
    +0 / 0 / -0
    My Motion Simulator:
    6DOF
    Hi, I am Starting the same project. What software you prefer? Is there any easy way to run different simulations without knowledge of programming best regards Jörn
    John Doe 77, Feb 3, 2024
    #4