Specifications

CT Corsair Final Report May 2, 2014
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Pitch and roll are dependent on the center of the simulator platform having a fixed pivot point.
The pivot point is obtained by connecting the center of the simulator platform to a spring and
universal joint combination. The universal joint is then connected to the platform and the guide
rod ring which eliminates translational linear movement of the simulator platform along the x
and y directions but will allow for rotational movement about the x and y axes.
The motors utilize a gear box and cam pushrod system to induce platform motion. The gearbox
output shaft rotates the cam. The cam translates the rotational motion of the gearbox shaft into
linear motion. Translation from one form of motion to the next happens through a ball pivot joint
which allows the pushrod to rotate perpendicular to the cam. The opposite end of the pushrod
connects to a knuckle joint attached to the platform. The knuckle joint allows the pushrod to
move in the x-y plane. Freedom of the pushrod to rotate about the knuckle joint and cam is
critical to allow the pushrod to apply force to the platform regardless of orientation.
4.2 Motion and Environmental Specifications
The range of motion for the Corsair simulator is expected to correspond with the original Gyro
IPT
TM
simulator characteristics as found in Table 2.
Displacement Type
Range of Motion
Speed
Acceleration
Pitch
+/- 25 deg/sec
0-25 deg/sec
0.5-75 deg/sec
2
Roll
+/- 30 deg/sec
0-25 deg/sec
0.5-75 deg/sec
2
Yaw
360 degree continuous
0-150 deg/sec
0.5-15 deg/sec
2
Heave
+/- 10 cm
30 cm/sec
90 cm/sec
2
Sway
+/- 10 cm
20 deg/sec
60 deg/sec
2
Surge
+/- 10 cm
20 deg/sec
60 deg/sec
2
Table 2. Gyro IPT
TM
Simulator Range of Motion
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The original simulator runs on three phase power. The environmental and physical specifications
for simulator operation are listed in 3. It is important to note that although future designs may
change, most operating specifications from the original Gyro IPT
TM
will remain the same in
order to preserve system integrity.
Parameter
Requirement
Voltage
220-240 Volts AC
Frequency
50/60 Hz
Phase
Three Phase
Nominal Current Rating
10 Amps
Surge Current Rating
13 Amps
Protective Device Rating
16 Amps
Expected Operating Temp Range
+13°C to +35°C
Expected Humidity Range
10% to 80% non-condensing
Table 3. Operating Conditions for Gyro IPT
TM
Simulator
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