Spacecraft Simulators

At the beginning of March 2023, Flint Systems, in cooperation with SLASE, delivered four 2DOF motion spacecraft simulators for educational purposes. All motion VR simulators are located at the Bialkow Astronomical Education Center of the University of Wroclaw, which was built in the revitalized 19th-century estate of amateur astronomer Leo Wutschichowsky (1854-1927).

The project consists of four simulation stations with installation to the astronomical observatory in Bialkow. The simulators use VR technology, and the simulation scenario involves a several-minute journey through the Solar System in a spacecraft, during which young people and adults visit and learn about the various planets and moons.

Flint Systems carried out the project in a consortium together with SLASE. Flint Systems designed and provided the hardware, including motion platforms, cockpits, add-ons and accessories, and SLASE provided the video content ready to work in a VR environment.

The VR spacecraft simulators are based on Qubic System linear actuators. The use of linear-actuator technology with dedicated motion-management software lets the simulators convincingly convey what happens in the spacecraft during launch and the subsequent flight in space. Participants of the simulation feel the smallest oscillations and vibrations of the space flight. Each station runs a 2DOF platform matched to the VR scenario, so the launch and flight cues stay in step with what the headset shows.

Flint Systems has successfully developed an educational space flight simulation that educates students about the Solar System in an accessible and modern way. The finished simulation works as an engaging educational attraction for students and adult visitors alike.