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Potential Energy Assisted Motion Simulator Mechanism and Method

a motion simulator and potential energy-assisted technology, applied in the field of motion simulators, can solve the problems of inability to meet the needs of home use, inability to meet the needs of domestic use,

Inactive Publication Date: 2011-07-21
SEBELIA JOSEPH DANIEL +1
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The invention is a device that can move in two directions, using less power and being lighter than previous options.

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The present invention is about a motion simulator that can be connected to a computer to emulate the real world orientation and G-forces of software simulated vehicles. The problem is that current motion simulators for amusement and training are expensive, heavy, and require a dedicated circuit to meet their power needs, making them impractical for home use. There have been attempts to create a compact and affordable motion simulator for home use, but they sacrifice range of motion or require a dedicated circuit. The challenge is to produce a high-performance home motion simulator that is compact, light weight, and affordable.

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[0038]The present invention and its operation will be described in detail hereafter with reference to the attached drawings. The principles of this invention may be embodied in many different forms and should not be considered limited to the embodiment set forth therein.

[0039]In reference to the drawings FIG. 1A through 4B illustrating the basic parts comprising the framework of a preferred embodiment of a motion simulator suitable for the application of the disclosed invention. There will generally be seen a load 85 comprising a structure intended to support a least one user and any accessories such as controllers or displays that would comprise an interactive game or ride. The load 85 is connected to a motion platform 62 which is designed to support and maintain the weight and center of gravity 86 of said load 85 generally above and along a 90-degree plane in relation to its rotatable connection point 7 with a motion base 4. The rotatable connection 7 consists of a connection of r...

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This invention is a compact motion simulator incorporating a potential energy assisted drive mechanism and a direct memory motion method. The mechanism provides movement of heavy loads with reduced power compared to simulators of its type employing direct drive mechanisms. Potential energy devices are connected to rigid leverage members extending from the rotational axes. When moved about said axes, by means of powered actuators, displacement of the load away from center causes the potential energy devices to expand and store energy. This energy acts on opposition to the forces that created it producing a state at or near static equillibrium and thus greatly reduces power required to move the load back to center. The direct memory motion method uses a software component memory reader that gains access to the running process of a simulation program and derives motion data from memory addresses used by the programs graphical and physics engines.

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Owner SEBELIA JOSEPH DANIEL
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