Method of making a composite sphere for a motion base simulator with a low center of gravity
US5437756A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 9, 1994 |
| Grant date | Aug 1, 1995 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 9, 2014 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T442/651
- WIPO fieldControl
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A simulator dome for a motion base simulator comprises one or more fiber reinforced outer layers, inner layers of a similar material and an intermediate core. The intermediate core is preferably a structural foam of variable density to allow selectively lowering the dome center of gravity to enhance the simulation capabilities of the motion system to simulate various flight maneuvers. By producing the dome from fiber reinforced polymer and using a core of variable density, a dome of unitary construction with no through fasteners is produced, having high strength for withstanding high G maneuvers without cracking or distortion, enhancing simulator effectiveness and increasing the accuracy of the simulated flight conditions.
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