Callsign_DISCO Posted June 18, 2020 Share Posted June 18, 2020 (edited) The original QUICKPit design began in mid 2018 and the concept was to create a universally applicable desktop simpit that I could easily adapt for use with essentially any of the then available study-level\fully clickable aircraft in DCS (e.g., Hornet, Harrier, Warthog, Tiger II). Primary concerns were centered around ensuring a lightweight and small easy-to-store size since I did not at the time have the room to build a full scale simpit but I still wanted great immersion. I sketched out a basic concept and made a simple 2-screen version out of scrap materials I had. I shared some photos with friends and several of the guys were very supportive saying they wanted to do something similar but didn’t have the design or fabrication ability but would consider buying something if it was easy to assemble, could be stowed intact, and was easily modified or configured and that is where the QUICKPit really started. Simply put, the intent became to provide a lightweight, modular and configurable desktop simpit environment where sim pilots can place cockpit interfaces like MFD buttons and other controls correctly in 3D space for maximum immersion and serious fun, whether flying with a flat display, with head tracking like TrackIR, or even in Virtual Reality. After I crafted the initial hand-made prototype, it was used for 6 months across multiple aircraft types in both DCS World and Lockheed Martin’s Prepar3D to ensure it could meet the demands of regular setup and storage as well as normal use when flying the sim. Once basic design and durability were proven the design was improved to make it easy to assemble if shipped in kit form. This included drafting the parts and assembly in the computer to include wire routing paths as well as parts location features so it would be easy to produce and assemble. While the Thrustmaster Cougar MFD bezels were readily available and easy to source, the need for a universal up-front controller proved initially to be problematic until I was able to source an affordable and programmable USB keypad with a form-factor that could roughly replicate either the Hornet\Harrier UFC or the ICP for the upcoming F-16C. I now call this the Universal Up Front Controller (U-UFC) or Universal Integrated Control Panel (U-ICP) depending on use case. I have the base extended keyboard macro programming setup for the keypad itself as well as DCS control profiles for several different aircraft that can be shared as a starting point for other users. With space for 3 MFD bezels and the large universal UFC or the pilot's choice of UFC (Tek Creations, etc.), the 3-Screen QUICKPit is now perfectly suited for the F\A-18C, JF-17, the upcoming Eurofighter, Strike Eagle and Super Tucano, as well as most other 2 or 3 screen cockpits such as AV-8B, A-10C, F-15C. When the F-16C was released it became clear that a slightly smaller 2-screen QUICKPit could be designed that more closely matches the layout of the displays as well as the U-ICP or other ICP and that is now an offering as well. As of June 2020 I have about a year using this setup on a near daily basis. It has been stowed and setup more than 500 times and is showing no real wear. Current offerings are found in our Combat Series Collection, namely the StrikeFighter 2-Screen ‘Viper’ style, and the StrikeFighter 3-Screen “Hornet’ style QUICKPit. The QUICKPit can be delivered in an unassembled kit version, an assembled version that sim pilots can add their own accessories to, or as a fully assembled and populated version equipped with our Universal UFC\ICP, 2 or 3 MFD’s, and powered USB hub, all tested prior to shipping. Near-term future design plans include modular add-on wing panels for the left and right side to incorporate landing gear, jettison, hook and wing fold controls. Website, store and initial pricing are expected to go live by June 30, 2020. QuickPit Simulations Founder and Chief Sim Nerd “DISCO" is a longtime flight simmer, having started with the original Microsoft Flight Simulator in the early 1980's before starting on his actual pilot's license. DISCO is an FAA licensed Commercial Pilot with experience in more than 45 make\model aircraft over the last 30+ years who regularly flies and teaches formation and aerobatics. DISCO has spent more than 25 years in Engineering and Management in the aerospace and defense industry. My objective is to provide high quality accessories to maximize immersion for simulation enthusiasts everywhere and ensure serious fun! AMA QuickPit founder\designer DISCO will host an Ask Me Anything (AMA) on his Youtube channel (https://www.youtube.com/user/JLKnolla) this Friday June 19 at 4:30 PST. Where you can find us: Youtube Videos Teaser Trailer Overview Setup and Stow Discord We invite anyone curious about the QUICKPit concept to join us at our Discord: https://discord.gg/PETcgjn Facebook QuickPit Simulation Technologies can be found on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/QuickPit-Simulation-Technologies-111832513897753 E-mail: quickpitsims@gmail.com The website and store will launch officially June 30, 2020 Edited June 18, 2020 by Callsign_DISCO Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nosaMtrevoC Posted June 18, 2020 Share Posted June 18, 2020 will check back here june 30, nice work. Modules: Persian Gulf | Normandy | Channel | Nevada | Supercarrier | WWII Assets | FC3 | Spitfire | P-51D | P-47D | F-86F | L-39 | AV-8B | F-16C | F/A-18C | A-10C | F-14B | A-4E-C | BS2 System: X570 AMD-3900X | 32GB DDR4 3000 | 2TB Gen 4x4 5GB/s NVME | Dual 1070 TI | 4k 32" Samsung Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DirtSailor Posted June 18, 2020 Share Posted June 18, 2020 Excellent stuff! Glad to call you a friend! i7-8086k CPU @4.00GHz Mem: 32GB EVGA 1080ti SSD - 500 GB X 3 HDD - 1 TB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaster Posted June 18, 2020 Share Posted June 18, 2020 These look amazing, I'd be interested in the F-16 version. And your facebook link isn't working but I found your page. https://www.facebook.com/QuickPit-Simulation-Technologies-111832513897753/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Callsign_DISCO Posted June 18, 2020 Author Share Posted June 18, 2020 Thanks Jaster, updated the FB link. DISCO Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Callsign_DISCO Posted June 19, 2020 Author Share Posted June 19, 2020 Just a reminder, I'll be hosting an Ask Me Anything (AMA) about the QUICKPit on Youtube, this afternoon at 4:30PM Pacific (7:30PM Eastern, 11:30PM UTC). https://www.youtube.com/user/JLKnolla DISCO Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Callsign_DISCO Posted June 21, 2020 Author Share Posted June 21, 2020 (edited) Thanks to everybody who joined the AMA livestream on Friday, ended up going an hour and a half and really enjoyed it, hope it was fun and informative for you. Here is a link to the AMA for those who were not able to make it. DISCO Edited June 21, 2020 by Callsign_DISCO Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Callsign_DISCO Posted July 4, 2020 Author Share Posted July 4, 2020 Everything is now live, including the website and store (https://www.QuickPitSims.com). Offering 10% discount or 10% donation in your name to one of 3 charities (https://www.quickpitsims.com/sale). Hope you enjoy! DISCO Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DDSSTT Posted July 4, 2020 Share Posted July 4, 2020 What material are you using? [sIGPIC][/sIGPIC] http://www.csg-2.net/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supmua Posted July 4, 2020 Share Posted July 4, 2020 This is actually pretty cool. Well done! PC: 5800X3D/4090, 11700K/3090, 9900K/2080Ti. Joystick bases: TMW, VPC WarBRD, MT50CM2, VKB GFII, FSSB R3L Joystick grips: TM (Warthog, F/A-18C), Realsimulator (F-16SGRH, F-18CGRH), VKB (Kosmosima LH, MCG, MCG Pro), VPC MongoosT50-CM2 Throttles: TMW, Winwing Super Taurus, Logitech Throttle Quadrant, Realsimulator Throttle (soon) VR: HTC Vive/Pro, Oculus Rift/Quest 2, Valve Index, Varjo Aero, https://forum.dcs.world/topic/300065-varjo-aero-general-guide-for-new-owners/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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