BMW E30 M3 Full-Size Simulator Project for Bosch

BMW E30 M3 Full-Size Simulator Project for Bosch

The latest project at RSEAT is a custom BME E30 M3 simulator. This simulator is designed to be full-sized and features a D-BOX 4250HD haptic system and a complete wide-body kit. The tires and suspension will be dynamic, allowing them to move appropriately during use. Given these requirements, we anticipate a significant amount of custom design and manufacturing will be necessary.
Stage 1- Completed.
First, we need to create a complete 3D model. At RSEAT, we utilize SolidWorks and various other 3D design tools to design and build with precision.

Stage 2 - Completed.

The chassis will be constructed as a single-piece cage made of 1.9-inch mild steel tubing. It will be CNC cut using our Trumpf 5000 tube rotary laser and welded together with a tolerance of ±1mm in the diagonals. The haptic system used is D-BOX 4250HD series actuators capable of loads weighing 1600lbs.

Stage 3 - Completed.
It requires incorporating parts from the actual car into our cockpit, including the OEM car hood with the existing cage. Overall, the cockpit's dimensions have to be the same as the actual car's.

Stage 4 - Completed.
Create a custom interior using aluminium laser-cut and bent sheet metal. The goal is to be as light as possible, ensuring that most empty cage spaces are covered and the surface finish is high-quality.

Stage 5 - Completed.

Fitting the complete body kit onto the frame. Installing the doors requires custom door hinges and a unique locking mechanism for easy access. We will design and build one since we don't have such hinges and lock mechanisms. For the locking mechanism, we came up with a magnetic lock that is our unique design and will be reliable for many years of use.

Stage 6 - Stay tuned for the final stage...


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