Tutorial From AtoZ : 2DOF arduino wiper playseat

Hi Kevin!

Please refer to the DIY tutorial: it's up to date. http://www.xsimulator.net/2dof-motion-simulator-truck-wiper-motor-playseat/
This post was about Xsim months before Simtools release!

First, try a simple setup with only 1 computer (IP adresses are an issue only when using 2 LAN connected computer!

Eager to see your sim working!!
Mat

It's done, René!
Soon I'll publish a new tutorial about DIY Shifter!

I notice you have the wiper motors mounted in different positions? is this recommended?

@Tech2123 , racingmat has only built ONE sim, if you have a design in mind, start a new thread and we can chat about it there.
There are some of us whom have been through 10 or more builds getting motor position sorted.

The question is why the motor's mounting is different between right and left side...
In fact, only because the mounting base was not high enough and full of pre-existing holes, I had to find a position where I could screw the motor ;-)
so there is nothing recommended!

Do you plan to start your own simulator? Good idea!
I posted my first building tutorial on the french forum Gamoover.net and leonaikikai started his own the 5th january and finished yesterday ! 1 month ;-)

or if you are in France and or Europe, make mat an offer on his
http://www.xsimulator.net/community/threads/complete-2dof-simulator-600€-france.5110/ @Tech2123

Yes I have started to build it, based on your design, added monitor mount for 3 monitors, at stage of mounting motors ect, got electronics all built, will need info on the software and plugins, want to run a dash as well.

I will use for Flight and car sim, I will try to use 2 computers.

Pics attached..

wipers will struggle if not break using them and his motor placement. Especially if you plan to add 3 screens.
Make sure it is balanced properly as well.
Look at either big worm gear motors like the daytons or 12v boat winch motors. Then place the motors at at least 30 deg angle back and to the sides so they run properly. Mats design (not actually his) is NOT suitable for what you are planning.

Yes! Looks very good!
So you chose to move the screens: I'm eager to see that (i was affraid by vibrations and weight)!
To start, you can use the presets I uploaded in the Resources (axes and interface) and run! (Hopefully!)
Mat

Just a note, another member has 3 screens on his sim, so you will need bigger motors and more angle and height for the motors to connect.
look at this vid to see, disregard the surge slider he has underneath it. The video shows the better placement for motors if you want 3 screens on it.
Thanks Lee.

I looked at the video, it looks dooble, I would have to make a motor extension to my current frame to get those angles, since I not done the motor yet, helps me move forward.

Do you know the recommended RPM for those gear motors?

The motors in the video I posted of Lees sim are similar to this http://www.motiondynamics.com.au/worm-drive-motor-12v-24v-200w-180-rpm-20nm-torque.html , under 12v about 150 -180 rpm.
What do you mean "dooble" @Tech2123

dooble, oops spelling error, doable I can do this. since I don't have motors mounted

Wasn't your sim the motors up front?? I can place motors anywhere since. im not at that point

Yes I has motors up front near the feet , but I didnt have screens mounted on it.
With screens on it, you need to have the motors connecting as high as possible to overcome the high centre of gravity. Hence the shoulder mount and motors at 30-50 deg angle at the back. The angle should be something like how the Scn5 is mounted on a seat mover. That sort of angle.

Great thank you.. I will go with the rear high mounts, that was the plan for the mount originally, just the 30-50 degree part I will need to extend the motor mounts a bit (putting the motors sideways seems a bit more easy to mount)
Another question? The pots I got are not 360 degree so I will have to either get different ones or mount them with the slotted lever style that never goes 360.
Re: center gravity, I did center it with monitors, and controllers, pedals, etc. and driver before I attached to base.

Thank you for all the info really helps, I have been wanting to do this for 3 years now.

Hi Tech2123!

What you have to design is the Moment = F * distance from joint
Both lateral view and rear view

Effort required from motor in Red or Blue configuration is roughly equal if distances are equal.
As in your case, front part is longer : so putting the motors in front of the seat will let you have shorter rods.

Mat

@RacingMat , @Tech2123 , again front mount motors will work, especially down near the feet, but you still need to connect them as high as you can.
With my "foot motor" frame, I made a section so the motor connection hooked up at about the bottom level of the seat, but higher is preferred. Mine worked as the motor to pivot was about 700mm distance. I didnt have screens on mine moving with the frame. In foresight, a bit higher connection would have been better again.

Its not JUST a matter of balancing the frame, but going higher than the centre of gravity , which generally speaking is your belly button. If you can go up near the same "line" as that or higher, you are going to put less load on the motors.
Its not a matter or shorted rod end connections, its a matter of overcoming the power needed to move the thing.
So @Tech2123 , if you want to move 3 screens, you HAVE to mount the motors at the back at the shoulders or even a bit higher if you can. And yes , as much angle as you can. 30-50 deg.
And you calculated the best pivot point with everything on the frame, not the actual centre of gravity. Pivot balance is crucial, next thing is over coming centre of gravity.
With pots, if they are single 360 deg turns, just tap a hole in the back of the motor shaft and slot the pot shaft into this. Then you use about 180 deg turn of that pot and it will still be very accurate.
Cheers, David.

Hi!
writing your point of view in bold and UPPERCASE is not explaining... unlike formulas and sketches