6DOF Motion Simulator Design & Build Plans
6DOF MOTION VR COCKPIT
After enjoying my ultra-low-budget 2DOF Motion Simulator for 3 years I decided to build a budget 6DOF Motion Simulator. The jump from a static VR cockpit to a moving motion rig was as much of an immersion leap as from flatscreen to VR, if not more. Upgrading from 2DOF to 6DOF is another giant leap, maximizing the immersion that most dedicated flight simulation enthusiasts strive for!
I set my goal: an ultra-low budget build that I can justify spending a part of m... 6DOF MOTION VR COCKPIT
After enjoying my ultra-low-budget 2DOF Motion Simulator for 3 years I decided to build a budget 6DOF Motion Simulator. The jump from a static VR cockpit to a moving motion rig was as much of an immersion leap as from flatscreen to VR, if not more. Upgrading from 2DOF to 6DOF is another giant leap, maximizing the immersion that most dedicated flight simulation enthusiasts strive for!
I set my goal: an ultra-low budget build that I can justify spending a part of my hard-earned family budget on. I spent many months figuring out the design principles, calculating the geometry, finding and matching motors, power supplies and electronics, inventing hardware and software solutions for the problems I encountered, and designing and building prototypes. I wished that someone would have a concise and clear guide on how to build it. Well, now I made one available for you to purchase.
BUDGET – UNDER $1000
The budget is under $1000, which is unprecedented, as far as I know, and is 3 to 5 times smaller than most DIY builds and 8 to 10 or more times smaller than the cheapest off-the-shelf options. It’s literally about 12% of what you would pay for an off-the-shelf comparable system while getting many more features, and I don’t believe there even is one that can be customized quite this way.
Your mileage may vary, depending on what materials you already have and what you may get. Some parts, such as the motors and the gas struts, were acquired online locally, while others were ordered from Ali Express.
The package has full part lists and budget breakdowns.
