Universal VR sim pit

[Andrew u.k.]

Hi

 

It's a universal VR sim pit. Nice and simple

 

[streakeagle]

At some point, I want to make boards with functional switches that can be interchanged and the mounting points should be able to be moved up/down/left/right and angles forward/back/left/right. Then I could use one adjustable frame to become any aircraft I want, I just have to build console and panel boards with USB interfaces to connect to the hosting frames.

[Andrew u.k.]

Yes, I was thinking of doing that, I started mounting my Mfds to the board but I couldn't get it to work correctly. It felt less natural than having nothing there.

I also need to re-work my throttle placement as it's too far forward and I have trouble accessing the cicu switches row.

 

 

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Edited April 13, 2020 by Andrew u.k.

[RogueSqdn]

I've decided to give this another shot, this time without trying for fancy angles. I tested it out with some cardboard today and think I can make this work with a board that's straight 90 degrees to the floor, with space cut out in the middle for my legs and flight stick.

 

Have to buy wood tomorrow after work, but I've got a plan on mounting it to the cockpit that hopefully should work to quickly pick it up and move it out of the way.

Edited May 11, 2020 by RogueSqdn

[Andrew u.k.]

It's well worth a go.

 

I've been flying the Huey recently and feel I need an overhead panel as my hand is floating too much. But as my kids laugh at me already, having a roof would tip them and my wife over the edge.

 

 

 

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[RogueSqdn]

The problem I’m having now is that the panel is so high that when it’s in place, I can’t see my 2D monitor (a 42” 4KTV). So if I need to look outside VR it’s a real pain.

[Andrew u.k.]

Think of it as:

The panel is correct and the monitor is too low.

 

I have a 3 monitor set up so put everything on a side one.

 

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[RogueSqdn]

Unfortunately it’s not that simple with my cockpit. :(

 

Having a 42” TV up high enough to clear the panel means craning my neck like I was in the front row of a movie theater. Not happening. ;)

 

The only thing I can think of to use would be lexan. Unfortunately pieces that big would be around $100.

 

 

 

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Edited May 16, 2020 by RogueSqdn

[Andrew u.k.]

Yes, you have a great setup there.

What about just having a small side monitor for windows.

 

You know DCS is always a bit of a compromise and a money pit.

 

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[stormrider]

Amazing. I wonder if we could make a DIY handtracking with open source software like opentrack.

[RogueSqdn]

My local Lowes opens in an hour and a half. I'm thinking about going to get this. I should add that I get a 10% veteran discount.

 

My cockpit is 48" wide, so I can cut down the 72" side to that. The temp panel I built is exactly 36" higher than my side consoles, so the only thing I'd have to cut out of that side is space for the flight stick to move around. It's feasible.

 

I'm thinking about this because at work they've separated a lot of our stations by putting these types of sheets in between people's workbenches.

[Andrew u.k.]

That's a really good idea, I may even do that because it is a pain looking round, even trying to find my phone.

 

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[RogueSqdn]

Universal VR sim pit

 

It’s a bit wobbly. I’m in the store now trying to decide if it will provide enough support. Probably so, since I won’t actually need to push buttons on it.

 

 

Edit: they didn’t have anyone present that could cut it, and at that price I’m not going to risk cutting a 36” straight line by myself.

 

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Edited May 16, 2020 by RogueSqdn

[RogueSqdn]

I went into Staples and bought a trifold black foam board of the type you’d see on a school science project.

 

I cut out my notch for my legs and flight stick, and put some Velcro on the corners to hold it to the cockpit (the grey you see is outdoor carpet, and Velcro will stick to it). That and the two wooden posts the board is stapled to hold it in place, and when not using it, I can fold it in thirds.

 

 

 

 

 

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[Andrew u.k.]

So you didn't go down the transparent route then, I can see what you mean about not seeing your screen.

 

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[Brewnix]

I went into Staples and bought a trifold black foam board of the type you’d see on a school science project.

 

I cut out my notch for my legs and flight stick, and put some Velcro on the corners to hold it to the cockpit (the grey you see is outdoor carpet, and Velcro will stick to it). That and the two wooden posts the board is stapled to hold it in place, and when not using it, I can fold it in thirds.

 

 

 

 

 

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RogueSqdn have you thought about searching and sourcing a local plastic vendor or store in your area other then local big box stores. Also local plastic shop would have the ability to cut it. Or a sign shop that might sell you partial or left overs from a project. I would think some form of 1/4" clear acrylic sheet would work good!

[RogueSqdn]

I haven't thought about that, really. I'm not familiar with any plastic shops in the area, though I do know where a sign shop is.

 

Tomorrow I'll ask the maintenance guys at work where the plastic sheets they're using are coming from.