The MidiMotionRig is a modular motion platform developed as a compact-scale engineering project and serves as the development platform for the future full-scale FullMotionRig.
While the NanoMotionRig was designed as an introduction to motion platforms, the primary purpose of the MidiMotionRig is the development and optimization of motion control systems, sensor technology, safety functions, and Arduino-based control software for a future 6DOF simulator.
The platform is designed around the requirements of modern sim racing technology and other motion-based simulation systems. Its modular architecture allows the system to be expanded step by step, from a single linear axis through 2DOF, 3DOF, and 4DOF configurations up to a complete 6DOF motion platform.
Particular attention has been given to achieving axis dynamics and speed characteristics that behave as closely as possible to the later FullMotionRig version. Many electronic components, including the Arduino Mega 2560, Hall sensors, limit switches, and safety systems, can later be transferred almost unchanged to the larger platform.
Project Goal
The goal of the MidiMotionRig project is not only to create another fully functional motion platform at a compact scale, but also to establish the hardware and software foundation for the future full-scale FullMotionRig.
At the same time, the project serves as an engineering development platform for testing and refining motion control concepts, electronics, and system architecture before they are implemented in a human-carrying simulator.
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