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06-16-15, 10:08 AM | #46 |
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Hmmm...
I'm wondering, given the size of cameras/screens these days, if you can't utilize a tablet-type device attached to your periscope so that you can actually spin your periscope and still see the "screen". Just a thought. It might be impractical space-wise though.
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06-16-15, 05:50 PM | #47 |
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Tomoose,
That is a very good idea! I think it would be possible to take a video feed out of one of the monitors to a small screen inside the periscope. You are right that currently there is not enough room for a 360 degree rotating periscope. However at some point in the future I hope to replace the Coroplast with a more sturdy and refined wood structure. At that point I've been wondering if I should go "all in" and design a standing Conning tower/ Control room. Then it would be possible to make room for a 360 degree periscope with your video monitor idea. Something like this - A 360 degree rotating periscope would give a whole new meaning to performing a Stern Torpedo Attack. Very cool !!! Thanks, Tim Last edited by tmccarthy; 06-16-15 at 06:06 PM. |
06-17-15, 06:55 AM | #48 |
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That's really something! Better make it ultra realistic and heat that room up to about 95F (or more when you submerge). Turn on a humidifier, throw in some diesel fumes, rancid coffee, body odor, and the fragrance of a bilge.
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06-17-15, 07:05 AM | #49 |
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dont forget just a touch of chorline gas from the batteries as a touch of sea water hits them
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06-17-15, 08:41 AM | #50 | |
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You're right, with one exception. If he's in an S-boat operating in the Aleutians he's going to need to turn the AC down to around 45 degrees and wear a coat.
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06-17-15, 08:45 AM | #51 |
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welcome aboard!
hiromatsuo! After a seven year silent run; what brings a man to the surface-as long as there's a cat port he might as well move in the cat-box also, to give it that overall U-boat atmosphere.
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06-17-15, 12:56 PM | #52 |
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Periscope and screen
You would also have to somehow translate the movement of your physical periscope to the keys that turn the periscope on the screen (i.e. turning your physical periscope to the right would be the same as pressing the right-arrow key etc). One suggestion; TrackIR-type setup (sensor part on top of your monitor and the reflectors on your periscope i.e. the periscope takes the place of your head so to speak).
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06-18-15, 12:21 AM | #53 |
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Stale air and body oder appear to be built into the simulator experience. The other day this skipper broke a sweat while making practice dives.
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06-18-15, 12:34 AM | #54 |
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The cats ( Rocky & DJ ) are good to go, they just got a "free passage tunnel. " Closing of the cat hatch was not appreciated!
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06-18-15, 12:42 AM | #55 | |
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TrackIR is a great idea! Will try my old IR3 while on watch on the bridge for starters. |
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07-05-15, 05:08 AM | #56 |
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Some video- quick tour with GoPro
New Features: Star Projector (prototype) -for adding star light to interior of "skydome" at night -painted 6 inch glass bowl black, etched small holes and placed over a lamp -seems to work and could be cool, but needs to be a round glass bowl Cruising Monitor -added old 15 inch monitor to work desk to keep Watch on No Time Compression careers -wireless mouse still works outside of simulator Last edited by tmccarthy; 07-05-15 at 07:17 PM. |
07-05-15, 05:44 PM | #57 |
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Nice
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07-05-15, 06:46 PM | #58 |
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I like the star projector idea. Very clever. |
07-05-15, 07:53 PM | #59 |
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Looking into getting a 5 inch round glass fish bowl and trying this - And maybe a Moon with phases ?? -Tim
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