Mechanically actuated motion platform

Details Mechanically actuated motion platform Mechanically actuated motion platform

1997-12-10

1999-03-23

Hafer, Robert A.

Education and demonstration

Vehicle operator instruction or testing

Automobile or truck

434 29, 434 30, 434 67, G09B 904

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058850805

ABSTRACT:
A mechanically actuated motion platform which provides a realistic simulation of the side to side motion experienced while operating a vehicle which is normally steered at its front end. The motion platform is comprised of a base frame coupled through a pivot to a second frame which carries a steering assembly and a operator seat. The steering assembly is coupled though a means for conveying rotational energy to an axle shaft which uses a traction wheel fixedly connected to the axle shaft to effect substantially horizontal movement of the second frame when rotational force is applied to the steering shaft. Also provided is a tiltable operator seat which acts in concert with a spring loaded throttle pedal to impart sensations of acceleration and deceleration to the user.

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