Abstract
Abstract This study is an elementary design and analysis of a novel flight simulator design. The simulator is positioned at the end of a large 5-axis robotic arm. The robot was designed in three configurations for different implementations, the principal application being a Boeing 747 simulator. The main purpose of this design is to give pilots an accurate experience with a wide range of motion up to 2g of acceleration. This paper describes the design objectives and the methodology to accomplish the goals. It includes preliminary designs and detailed CAD models. To validate the safety of the design, stress analysis was conducted under gravity loading and maximum dynamic loading.
Highlights
In the 1950s, companies began building virtual cockpits that simulated the experience of flight for pilots
Flight simulators would replicate each aspect of flying the actual aircraft for the pilots: controls, visuals, and motion
Meyer et al studied the pilot evaluations of algorithms implemented on a six degree of freedom flight simulator simulation a large transport aircraft during low altitude flight [1]
Summary
In the 1950s, companies began building virtual cockpits that simulated the experience of flight for pilots. Flight simulators would replicate each aspect of flying the actual aircraft for the pilots: controls, visuals, and motion. The pilots would experience being pulled into their seats This type of motion could simulate linear acceleration of the aircraft. If the back legs were raised and the front lowered, the pilots would be pulled forward These simulators will only be able to produce 1G for the pilot This hydraulic system retains a small footprint, a wider range of motion would allow for more accurately representation of motion. The objective of this project is to accurately simulate the motion of a Boeing 747 using a robotic arm. A motion analysis will validate the system provides the required motion
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