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Starting a project need help with beginning.

Discussion in 'DIY Motion Simulator Building Q&A / FAQ' started by VRoad, Feb 20, 2024.

  1. VRoad

    VRoad New Member

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    I am trying to build a platform for my child which does not generate too much power. I need a good motion simulator which can simulate a regular car driving maybe max 70mph. I also want help gathering the correct parts and wiring. I would also like some advice on how I would track the wheel, shifter, handbrake and my hand accurately while in VR. Last question I am not sure if I will need a very powerful simulator for this therefore I am wondering if one of the very cheap one would suffice. Please provide an answer to any one of these questions to give me a starting point.
    VRoad, Feb 20, 2024
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  2. Gadget999

    Gadget999 Well-Known Member

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    My Motion Simulator:
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    do you want 2dof, 3dof 4dof or 6dof ?

    2dof is a good starting point
    Gadget999, Feb 20, 2024
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  3. VRoad

    VRoad New Member

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    Based on what you know let’s say I wanted to simulate a Toyota Corolla or just a regular suv which one should I use?
    VRoad, Feb 20, 2024
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  4. noorbeast

    noorbeast VR Tassie Devil Staff Member Moderator Race Director

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    You will find plenty of helpful information in the FAQs to get you started: http://www.xsimulator.net/community/faq/

    The FAQs have a Design section: https://xsimulator.net/community/faq/design-considerations-resources.24/category

    Which includes tools like SimCalc (2DOF), which will help get your head around the tradeoff in design Vs physics. Motor choice is intimately linked to design and desired performance.

    Additionally use the Enhanced Google Search on the Recent page to find similar projects of interest: https://www.xsimulator.net/community/find-new/posts?recent=1

    If something sounds odd then look it up in the glossary: http://www.xsimulator.net/community/faq/glossary-of-acronyms-and-names.66/

    When you are ready please start your own project thread here, ask any questions you have there and detail your project progress: http://www.xsimulator.net/community/forums/diy-motion-simulator-projects.22/

    Good luck with your project.
    noorbeast, Feb 20, 2024
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  5. SteveJackson

    SteveJackson New Member

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    I just joined the community and appreciate seeing staff members/moderators give suggestions to us newbies. Well done noorbeast!!!
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    SteveJackson, Mar 24, 2024
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