Train ride simulation using assist strap device

Abstract

This paper describes an approach to implementing a train ride simulation system that is aimed at application to museum exhibits. A novel device was developed that presents the vehicle motion to a user in the standing state through the floor and assist strap. The prototype device has two degrees of freedom that enable horizontal translation of the floor and the strap. Using the device, a control algorithm to represent the lateral acceleration and rolling was investigated. An experiment proved that the change of track curvature presented by the algorithm can be recognized by the subject. © 2013 Springer-Verlag Berlin Heidelberg.