Force Feedback Implementation

[Rifter]

On 6/18/2024 at 3:49 AM, Jeeve79 said:

Feels like I just need to reset something or  config file but no idea.

Disconnecting/connecting the USB plug should always reset the FFB2 to default settings, no matter what went wrong within an application. Never had a persistent issue with the FFB2.

[Rifter]

On 6/19/2024 at 6:45 PM, JupiterJoe said:

Is there a way to adjust the centering force with the MS FFB2?  Even if it means opening it up.  Mine is very vague around the centre, thus making AP difficult to engage.

There is no adjustment possible from the mechanical side. The actual centering is done by tensioning the two axes via the two motors.

Just as a sidenote for those who are toying with the idea to get a FFB2 or already got one:
Lots of units are simply worn out. I had a whole collection of FFB2s which I bought systematically on eBay to find a good one. The good ones actually have no deadzone at all. On those every micro movment on the stick is translated into deflection. BUT: Since the gears and transmission parts are made mainly of (durable but not wearfree) plastic material, there will always be an inherent and noticeable amount of elasticity when operated with high forces. Also sensor resolution is only 10 bit (equals to a resolution of 1024 datapoints per axis) which is considerably lower than modern joysticks. With the well known resistor mod the stick forces can be safely doubled. The two ffb motors are oversized and built to survive WW3.

[WarthogOsl]

I know nothing about FFB, but it sounds like people are getting quite excited about Moza's new FFB base.  Apparently the company is well known for making affordable direct drive FFB wheels for racing sims.  https://mozaracing.com/flight/moza-ab9-base

[RustBelt]

On 6/22/2024 at 3:53 PM, MAXsenna said:

You probably have taped over the sensor or taken it out of the grip like me. It's to prevent it moving when your not holding your hand on the grip.

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I have completely removed the grip and replaced it with a Thrustmaster grip interface.

[MAXsenna]

I have completely removed the grip and replaced it with a Thrustmaster grip interface.

That explains it!
I had started a project of doing the same. Except with a small extension, and a TM F-22 grip with Cougar internals, but it sort of got washed away in a fire. So I'm really interested in something else.

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[JupiterJoe]

My FFB2 stick rocks slowly back and forth a slight amount in Attitude Hold.   Does everyone's FFB2 stick do this?  I think this sometimes causes the stick to break-out of AP grab. 

Edited June 25, 2024 by JupiterJoe

[sLYFa]

That's normal, at least in DCS. Even without FFB, you can see the virtual stick go back and forth when using the autopilot.