DIY driving simulator designs

Brainchild of a Japanese Fan, this simulator has been assembled using PVC pipes, cable ties, and a wooden plank. Like every other simulator design in the market it is also extremely high priced. It has a steering wheel and foot pedal mounts. It takes up hardly any space and can be easily folded and put away without any hassles.

A virtual driving experience that gives a realistic view of future roadways. The arcade style automotive has three 46-inch monitors creating a horizontal as well as vertical view. Technological breakthroughs like AutoCAD Civil 3D and 3D Max Design help to achieve the same.

Invented by researchers at the Queensland University of Technology, this simulator teaches drivers to obey traffic rules and instills a good behavior in them helping to avert accidents on the road. The motion platform used is 3D, thus driver gets a feel of steering in real life conditions and this brings their natural driving instincts into play. The device has been built with eight computers, projectors, and a six degree of freedom motion platform.

Now, one can enjoy the thrills and chills of auto racing at home. This auto racing simulator has been built using only the vital components of the actual vehicle, which makes it more affordable and also enhances user experience. The 5 channel Dolby digital 5.1 makes the machine even more enjoyable. It consists of hardware and the direct interface between the user and the 3D graphic world. A smart box has been fitted in to help control the gage and read the pedals with ease.

This gadget is easy on the pocket as it is sold in individual component that can be assembled together. The DIY kit contains the motion seat base, front-end for the motion seat base, rear traction loss add-on, side rails along with number plates, and a dyadic SCN5 150 mm actuator. It is a good choice for those who have the time and capability to assemble such a gadget themselves.

The ecstasy of driving a F1 car can be enjoyed with this cutting edge simulator. Invented by Mark Reynolds in 2007, the package contains manual gearbox, steering wheel, and a racing seat. If you have a flat screen HDTV, then it can be used along with this device. Also, it easily fits in an average sized room.

Realistic settings at an economical price is the main feature of this gadget. It utilizes a physics-based suspension and motion model which creates a real life like 3D environment setting off natural reactions of the driver. For example, if the car crashes then the simulator will cease to run. The computer system records all movements and progress of the user.

Yet another contraption for racing enthusiasts, this simulator uses the 6 axis motion to create a real life driving experience. Additions like blue LED illumination, visuals in both 2D or 3D, sound system, and V8 motor add to the racing experience. There is an individual profile for each vehicle which can be modified by users. The only drawback of this tool is its small sized screen.

Enjoy a Grand Prix racing game with this machine in the comfort of your home. The Grand Prix arcade racer boasts of a wrap-around triple screen with a 180 degree view, driving controls, life like 3D sound, low frequency vibration and incorporates 40 real-life international circuits.

National Advanced Driving Simulator developed at the University of Iowa is a hi-end device which provides a wonderful experience. The machine has interiors of a car built inside giant sized pod that moves in a large sized room and has eight huge screens on which graphics are projected. The seats, steering wheel, and pedals are all genuine making the experience all the more mind blowing.