Motion Simulation System Controller and Associated Methods

摘要

A motion simulation system includes actuators having a planetary gearbox engaged with and driven by a servomotor engaged with a crank. A connector rod is engaged with the crank of each actuator, and engaged with a platform configured to attach to a vehicle. A control system is operable with each electric servo motor of each actuator for delivering control for providing a simulated motion to the top plate. Control data is sent to the servomotors using a msec data send and receive rate, with internal processing within the nano-second range. Such update rates coupled with a real time, dynamically responsive motion controller results in a desirably smooth and accurate simulator motion. The control system includes a washout filter for transforming input forces and rotational movements. One to six degrees of freedom systems having smooth performance with high payload capability are provided.

主权项

1. A control system for operation with a motion simulation system, the control system comprising:
a profile generator providing motion and effects profiles for simulation thereof; a motion controller operable with the profile generator for providing a virtual motion representative of a real motion for simulation thereof; an electronic gearing module operable with the motion controller for converting the virtual profiles to real profiles for directing movement of actuators operable for providing movement to a platform according to a preselected profile provided by the profile generator; an effects controller operable with the profile generator for providing a virtual effect representative of a real effect for simulation thereof and independent of the profile provided by the motion controller; and a motion planner operable with the motion controller and the effects controller transmitting a combination of motion and effects to the actuators.