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NASA Upgrades Vertical Motion Simulator for Modern Mission Needs
NASA has upgraded the Vertical Motion Simulator at Ames Research Center to better simulate flight for aircraft and spacecraft. The updates transition the system from analog to digital technology and enhance visual realism.
Why it matters
These improvements allow next-generation vehicles to be tested before they fly, leading to safer air travel and more reliable human landings on the Moon and Mars.
The details
- New 4K projectors provide pilots with near-20/20 visual clarity within a dome.
- Removable inserts reduce simulation configuration time by half compared to swapping cabs.
- Automatic image alignment replaces a manual process that previously took hours or days.
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NASA Ames Research Center owns Vertical Motion Simulator
NASA Ames Research Center houses and operates the Vertical Motion Simulator.
Diana Acosta leads NASA Ames Research Center
Diana Acosta serves as the aerospace simulation research and development branch chief at NASA Ames.
Vertical Motion Simulator is built with 4K Projection Technology
The Vertical Motion Simulator upgrade includes a surrounding dome with advanced 4K projectors.
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