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6dof arm placement

Discussion in 'DIY Motion Simulator Building Q&A / FAQ' started by mongolracer, Apr 24, 2016.

  1. mongolracer

    mongolracer New Member

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    My Motion Simulator:
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    All 6dof simulators connect their motor with the platform using a V shape connection, why not connect the arms as illustrated below ? and what a the benefits of using the V shape connection?

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    mongolracer, Apr 24, 2016
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  2. SeatTime

    SeatTime Well-Known Member

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    My Motion Simulator:
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    The design above depending on couplings used (not obvious in the diagram) it would either fall over, or not work properly. A Stewart platform is all based on triangles, which make it very strong and stable.
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    SeatTime, Apr 24, 2016
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