#Throttle Quadrant

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Avro 618 Ten, cockpit, 1933, slnsw by State Library of New South Wales Via Flickr: Avro 618 Ten, cockpit, 1933 Pioneer aviators like Charles Ulm and Charles Kingsford Smith spent many hours in the cockpits of the Avro 618 Tens, but they were hardly luxurious. The Faith in Australia cockpit seen here is stripped back to the bare essentials, with uncomfortable-looking seats. A large compass in a pivoting gimbal device can be seen between the seats. The Avro 618 Ten was built under licence from the Dutch company Fokker and the first five manufactured were sold to Sydney-based Australian National Airways in 1930. by unknown photographer gelatin silver print presented by John Ulm, 1977 State Library of NSW, PXE 1122 collection.sl.nsw.gov.au/record/92eVl0oY/zqWEoRZxEd8jG

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#TomcatTails

#TomcatTuesday

Super Low Transition or

“How to Make Friends and Influence People”

I owe this one to @TomcatJunkie as he’s been very helpful in getting #TomcatTails going and has voted for this story a number of times. First, the technical. On a normal takeoff, once you’re cleared by tower you’ll go to full military power and wipe the controls out to ensure they’re not binding (hitting all the corners….forward, aft, left, right, circle all around). Once good to go and no warning lights are on, you’d let go of the brakes (pressing the top of the rudder pedals to brake) and then select afterburner as the roll starts. The RIO is reading off the speed and monitoring how much runway is left (with a full afterburner jet, normally it’s “plenty”) and once he got to “130 knots”, you’d set the stick back a bit and as the nose lifted you’d set the climb angle to 10°. As the jet came off the deck, you’d maintain the 10°, raise the landing gear (wheel shaped handle on the left) and as speed got to 180 knots or so, you’d raise the flaps (flap shaped handle on the throttle quadrant on the left).

Normally, the course rules (how you’re supposed to depart an airport, altitudes, headings, airspeed) would hold you down to 1200-2000 feet until over water and then you’d climb out to do the mission. All fairly benign, all fairly routine, which is why any Fighter Pilot worth a sh*t would do a low transition on occasion, provided you can get away with it.

Low Transition – a takeoff maneuver where the pilot lowers the nose to level just after the aircraft gets airborne and levels off at a very low altitude (20-50 feet), then accelerates as the gear and flaps are raised to arrive at the end of the runway hauling ass like a raped ape (technical term), to ultimately a hard vertical or semi vertical pull, showing full planform of the jet to an appreciating audience on the ground and in the tower.

One had to be pretty good at this because there were a number of ways to totally f**k this up and get famous (or infamous). The first way was to raise the gear too early. In the Tomcat, there was a thing called the Weight on Wheels switch in the landing gear. When compressed, the gear would close that switch and a number of things would happen (can’t remember them all). When going flying, the second you got weight OFF wheels and the switch opened, the first thing you’d see was your AOA indicator lighting up (upper left on glare shield). Unfortunately, that switch opened JUST before the wheels were actually off the ground so if you were too quick on it and slapped the gear handle up the second you saw the AOA lights come on, the one thing the WOW switch did that I DO remember would happen next.

Once the landing gear is in transit, the braking system would lock the brakes to prevent you from having a very heavy, high RPM tire spinning inside the wheel well around all the electric and hydraulic lines. Too dangerous to risk the tire coming apart in there. In fact, I had a couple flights where you could literally hear the wheel spinning as that system was broken. That’s a gripe they took very seriously. So back to our low transition; if you were too quick on slapping the gear handle up, the wheel break would engage. While you were still on the ground. Moving at 140 knots. Yes, both tires would immediately blow. As it happened, you’d normally have enough smack to climb away from the ground, but now you’ve got several hundred pounds of savaged rubber in your wheel wells and you now have to come back for an arrested landing. Yay, you’re famous!!!

The other danger was a thing called ground effect, a flight condition where you’re technically airborne but not really flying. You’re not getting laminar flow across the wings producing lift, you’re just riding a cushion of air that develops under your jet. It’s never happened to me but as described, you’re in full blower, mushing along at 140 knots, 20 feet off the deck and not accelerating because of the massive drag in that regime. You can’t lower the nose to get airspeed and you can’t raise the nose to get altitude, so you’re stuck. The one story I heard about, the guy just maintained level and slooooooowly got some extra knots until he could actually get away from the ground and fly away after a very long (12,000 foot) trip down the runway.

All in all, there’s an old saying about low transitions: “You can only tie the record.” Implying that the record low transition was zero feet when the guy screwed it up and skidded to a stop after coming back down on the runway. Accordingly, it’s a bit of a risky maneuver, but it’s a considered risk leavened by skill and is always something you talk to your RIO about.

On this particular flight, myself and Blaster (from the Mirage 2000 story) were launching out of El Centro, CA to head back to Miramar after a detachment. It’s 90 miles away, we have a full bag of gas with no real mission, we’re a couple of JOs, we’re BFFs, and we’re in the desert with no one watching. License to steal.

Man up, start up, taxi, and then position and hold on the runway, taking off toward the west on Runway 26 (it points 260° on the compass). I tell Blaster we’re doing a low transition and going to see how many knots I can get to at the end of the runway. He asks if he should request unrestricted climb out (also a cool thing to go pure vertical on takeoff) and I tell him “Nah, just normal departure.”

We get cleared and we run ‘em up. Off the brakes and to full blower. Good acceleration, “130”, set the nose and lift off the runway. Give it an extra potato (second) to get REALLY off the runway, raise the gear and lever off at about 30 feet. Get the flaps up and maintain level and the jet starts to really accelerate. El Centro has an 8,000 foot runway so you’ve got about 1.3 miles to the end. And so you’re aware, every runway has markers left and right indicating how many thousands of feet are left before the end. So we��re hauling ass at 30 feet, nearly to 300 knots and Blaster’s reading the boards off; “3 board………2 board……….1 board………”…….and we get to the end of the runway.

At this point Blaster is expecting something to happen, minimally a little nose up to start climbing out. Nope. A few seconds later, Blaster says “field boundary”, meaning we’ve left the airfield proper and are now over the farming fields to the west of El Centro. I tell him we’re gonna just keep this profile for a bit longer and he says “cool”. We elevate just partially to 50 feet (because we’re not COMPLETE idiots) and just trundle west, accelerating the whole time.

Sh*t is going past us REAL quick now. Roads flash by in a blur. Riverbed……..FLASH! Power lines……ZIP!!! We’re trucking along at almost 450 knots by now, just over 7 miles a minute. I THINK we flew over some farming areas but things are just a blur. In the distance I can see a large tractor spewing a dust cloud behind it. Okey doke, he’s my pull up point. Just a little right stick, getting closer, just about to go under the nose and WHAM slap on a 6 G pull in full grunt to the vertical right over him. We come out of blower and roll inverted to pull down and stop at our transit altitude back to Miramar, like 16K’ or something.

I like to think that the hard-working farmer really enjoyed that show, having 60,000 pounds of Grumman Ironworks thump him at 50 feet and 500 knots. I like to think he went home that night and told his family all about “this really cool thing that happened”. I like to think that maybe even today he hoists his grandkids on his lap and tells them about “that one time I was in the presence of American greatness.”

But he probably still thinks “those #$%%$ #$#&*# Fighter Pilots!!!!!”

@RSE_VB via X

[quicklikenorris]

rewatching this quadrant video and thinking about how lando would be such an incredible driving instructor

example a: giving simple, straightforward explanations that actually make sense ("you'll just slowly release the clutch, but you'll need a bit of throttle. okay?")

example b: constantly shouting encouragements ("go on! keep going! keep going!") even tho he's scared for his life

example c: calm and confident corrections without shaming you or stressing you out (*helps turn the wheel faster* "you got it, you're doing alright")

bonus example: car mechanic!lando will always know why ur car is making that noise and how to fix it, truly bob the builder!

someone pls write a fic about this (or link me to one!) i'm begging u

[simrangamer]

"The Ultimate Airbus Flight Sim Gear for Xbox and PC Pilots – Order Now and Elevate Your Cockpit!"

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TCA Sidestick Airbus Edition

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Throttle Quadrant Add-On Module (flaps, speed brake, gear, and more)

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Featuring magnetic HallEffect sensors (HEART tech), the sidestick delivers ultra-precise 16-bit input with zero mechanical wear. It’s also:

Ambidextrous, with swappable modules

Includes twist rudder control

Fully programmable with 12 buttons + 4-way hat

Whether you're maneuvering in tight airspace or on final approach, the sidestick responds with real-world accuracy.

This pack’s throttle quadrant is what truly sets it apart:

Dual-engine throttle levers with realistic detents (IDLE/CL/FLX/TOGA)

Functional engine master switches

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Add TFRP Rudder Pedals for precise yaw control

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Use mounting kits for a fixed cockpit setup

The TCA ecosystem is designed to grow with you as your sim journey evolves.

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The report below is a report complied after a detailed investigation of an aircraft accident. A charter aircraft crashed a few minutes after takeoff. Following the crash, the investigator visited the scene and analyzed the wreckage among other evidence with the view to determining the cause of the research. The investigator carried out a thorough analysis of the scene of crash beginning with the basic security features undertaken to safeguard the quality and reliability of the evidence at the scene of crash. Additionally, the investigator contacted a number of eyewitnesses who described the attitudes and actions of pilot and the nature of the aircraft’s behavior before and during the crash. The investigator further contacted other professionals including the National Transport Safety Board, Federal Aviation Administration and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration among many others thereby making reliable finding about the cause of the crash thereby making appropriate recommendations to enhance the safety of air travel. Brief history of flight The aircraft, N517RL took off from Tahoe Airport with four passengers aboard. The aircraft was taking the passengers for a photo shoot session and a sightseeing tour of the area and could either fly back to Tahoe or fly the passengers to Burbank where they had come from the previous day. On-Scene Actions The scene of the crash was about 5miles from Tahoe airport. The county coroner arrived in time and cordoned off the scene of the accident by taping it appropriately. The scene of the accident appeared typical with the parts of the aircraft lying where they had fallen. However, the rescue crew cut their way into the wreckage and may have tampered with some of the evidence. After the rescue operations, the scene remained void of any foreign interference. On-Scene Observations The wreckage of the aircraft remained partially burned, twisted and crushed in a single area. A number of portions of the wreckage had soot marks thus providing evidence of an intense inferno. The portions included the fuselage and roots of the wing. The crash destroyed the cockpit and the passenger areas. The spacious cargo trunks on the back burned and so was the left engine that had marks of soot. The crash bungled and destroyed every important feature of the aircraft with the resultant fire heightening the damage of such instruments as the throttle quadrant. Airport Information and weather The information both from the airport’s control tower and a Federal Aviation Administration official, the weather conditions were perfect at the time of takeoff thus achieving the visual meteorological conditions. However, the weather promised to change with the air traffic controller informing the pilot that he was likely to encounter thick clouds and high humidity. Read the full article

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Exploring the Skies: The Evolution and Importance of Flight Simulators

Imagine a world where aspiring aviators can hone their skills, navigate intricate airspaces, and experience the thrill of flying without leaving the ground. This idea is not just a dream; it is the reality brought to life by Flight Simulators. These sophisticated software applications have revolutionized the way people understand aviation, providing an unparalleled experience that mimics real-world flying conditions. This article delves into the significance and development of Flight Simulator, exploring how they enhance pilot training, foster aviation enthusiasts, and contribute to the overall understanding of aerodynamics.

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Creating the Ultimate Flight Simulator Cockpit

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Revolutionize Your Flight Sim Experience: Must-Have Equipment for 2024

The world of flight simulation has evolved significantly over the years, offering enthusiasts an incredibly immersive experience. To truly take your flight sim setup to new heights, investing in the right equipment is crucial. With 2024 bringing new advancements and innovations, understanding what gear will elevate your experience is essential. Whether you're a seasoned pilot or a newcomer, this guide will highlight the must-have equipment that can transform your virtual flying adventures.

Upgraded Flight Yokes and Joysticks

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[vtmarik]

Hey, does anyone wanna buy a Gladiator NXT flight stick with the throttle quadrant and side extension module? I gotta make 175 between today and wednesday

[crow-ooc]

oh shit you answered 31 too djsfhskjfhskjfh then 19 & 20

19 - Do your OCs have their quadrants filled, and would they like to?

corr has <> filled! and about other quadrants:

♣️ - he hates the idea of auspicising. something about it just throws him off. he's even actively talked about how much he hates it

❤️ - very ambivalent about this quadrant. as to whether he wants that filled- it remains to be seen.

♠️ - his favourite quadrant. unfortunately the grumblrinas have kind of ruined it for him. as to whether he wants that filled? remains to be seen.

20 - What does your OC want in a partner, if they want a partner? Any preferences?

hm. his type? ask him yourself because i don't know either (or do i?). just keep in mind he will probably throttle you.

[usafphantom2]

SR 71 pilot David Peters's story: about the time they were flying out of Kadena Air Force Base, Okinawa, on a mission.

The SR-71 went up to around 35,000 feet and started looking for the KC 135Q to refuel their tanks in heavy rain, ice, and lightning. Suddenly, the KC 135 arrived; although it had difficulties, including frozen throttles, it was there when you needed it. An SR 71 never ran out of gas.

There are many stories of the loyalty, bravery and reliability of our Q tanker guys. This is a great one for sure. ~Linda Sheffield

Ed Bethart and I had one that relates to this story. We were flying a mission out of Kadena and it was definitely thunderstorm season. We were in heavy clouds headed to the tanker after takeoff, and as we got DF and distance contact,

we couldn’t see a thing.

As we closed in we had our 2000 ft altitude separation and at a mile had no contact. So we told the guys to recheck their altimeter setting because we were coming up a thousand and in 1/2 mile. They confirmed their setting and altitude and airspeed so we moved up and in.

Still nothing.

Restated the whole thing and that we would come up 500 and close to a 1/4 mile. Still nothing then like bursting through a curtain there he was right where he said he was. We closed for hook up and got contact. I noticed that I kept ducking my head beside something was hitting the windscreen. It was ice falling off the tanker.

I said “ hey Teddy (Ted Bittel) you have Ice coming off” about that time Ed says we are at 290 kts and descending. Of course, Teddy could hear that on the boom interphone, and he said yes, we have had the throttles frozen for the last half hour, so we are trying to get the speed up for when you get heavier. It all worked out and we got filled up. However, the weather was so bad, when we tried to climb out we hear very heavy turbulence, rain and lightning. Tried three times to accel but got violent unstarts each time.

I tried going to manual inlets to open up and try to make it but it just couldn’t do it so we ad to abort and return to Kadena.

In the debrief the maintenance guys came in and showed us that the wave guide antennas in the nose were gone totally eroded by the rain. Then Chief Kelly came in and dropped a 20 lb block of ice on the table.

He said it came from the flight control mixer quadrant.

So another of those stories where circumstances were incredibly difficult to lose the mission but not because our incredible Q guy wasn’t there for us.

Written by David Peters. ( SR-71 pilot)

@Habubrats71 via X

[faunswallin-blog]

I'd describe freedom as this, "No one telling you how to live your life". That has been my families motto for thousands of years. For generations upon generations, my family has lived life their own way in the one career that makes any kind of sense. We are truckers.

It was once said that in the beginning the first of our line would haul cattle across nation lines in a combustion engine truck. I don't know how hard that was I'd imagine it is exactly like it is today. In the past folks had dilapidated roads, today the vacuum of space has vailuum wakes. Before truckers had to connect to their trailers with air hoses and pig butts, today I use gravtronics and counter lines. Out in the darkness of space I am but one trucker of the billions of people occupying space.

Lights began to strobe as I sat in my copilot chair with my feet up on the control board. I was continually writing my thoughts down to avoid the boredom of being in transit. After a minute of strobe lights an alarm began to sound. Putting down my stylus and pad and placing them in the chairs storage pouch I pushed myself off the panel and hopped up. Sidestepping over to the pilots chair I hit a few buttons as I spoke to myself. "Geez Bertha it's just another vailuum pocket", I slid a black glove onto my right hand, I can feel the wires inlaid pressing against the front and back of my fingers. With a flit of a finger a screen popped up in front of me. A sensory camera outside of my ship put a picture of my nearby surroundings on my hull in front of me.

"The new starships have force field reinforced viewports. I get handed an extremely late model Mack DX. All hull and no way to look outside unless you turn on a camera."

Out in the quadrant of space in front of me I saw an utter minefield of gas pockets. My eyes knitted together as my hand waved and opened wider as I toggled more sensory, kinetic, and ultra-wave cameras to show on my hull. "This isn't supposed to be here Bertha, did you turn left at Albuquerque again?"

The family joke brought a wry smile to my lips. My parents told me about a rabbit from the ancient era that tunneled underground that constantly got lost and would attack hapless hunters. I think my folks called him Roger Rabbit. Anyway, my left hand quickly plotted a course through the minefield before me. As I shifted and changed angles on my cameras, I plotted a route through the thickest portion.

Finally after Bertha approved my calculations she began to pick up speed as my truck dipped, yawed, and maneuvered the quadrant before me. I stayed busy as Bertha flew, the minefield seemed unending. As I flew through it I began to see salvage from other ships and popsicles. People thrown into the vacuum without any protection on as they freeze up and look like icicles floating or rotating in place.

I tried not to look at them as I traveled past. " Where there is trash...yep there it is, my destination." I pointed my chin at the battle in front of me nodding to myself as my hands continued to plot a course.

I guess I should let you know as a trucker I am not very fast. My Mack isn't built for speed it's built for reliability. I have reinforced hulls what little shields I have are usually focused on covering my gravitronic couplers. If that goes then my next paycheck goes. My truck and hauler are about 5 earth American football fields long and a dozen meters wide. My top speed on a wide open space with no obstacles would be the equal to a troop transport for most militaries. Right now there is a battle and one side may not be too happy to see me bringing a haul into their enemies ship.

"Okay Bertha, we came this far let's go the extra distance and get through this." I motioned to open up the throttle. And like a river snake I began to weave my way through the destruction to my destination.

I kept one eye on the battle ahead of me trying to guess each sides tactics. Reading battlefields isn't hard if one side has more ships then another then it's logical they will push forward, so long as it was the ship I was going to that was winning I could slip right in.

Unfortunately, that wasn't the case today. I am headed toward a Universe Class military outpost. I don't usually take military contracts however the pay is excellent and Bertha has needs. Attacking them was a rebellion hodge podge of fighters and strapped together rust buckets. From the distance you wouldn't think the rebellion would stand a chance. Except they don't fight fair. Universe Class starships are in charge of logistics and military families. Sure they have firepower the quadrant is a testament to that. Unfortunately the rebellion fighters found the Achilles heel to any Universe Class ship. They put extra shielding over the bases personnel sectors. If you can hit that enough times the Universe Class will be forced to reroute power to protect its people making it more sluggish in response to attacks. Star fighters will be just as agile though orders are delayed to power fluctuations and the rebels have a toe hold.

I watched as I slipped from devastated ship to devastated ship using their massive blown out hulls to hide my slow bulk. The battle was brutal and if Bertha could make a bet I would put my money on the rebellion. But I want to get paid if I didn't deliver then I'd open myself up to all sorts of nastiness. So as any trucker would, I pushed up slowly and recklessly into the battle.

The rebellion fighters were black with splotches of white on their hulls as an effective Camouflage for long range cameras however the Universe Class fighters had their hulls white washed with colorful decals on their sides. I watched the white fighters and saw one fighter who seemed in control whose ship didn't wobble when flying straight. The wobbles comes from shaky hands on the flight stick. Pilot's adrenaline pumps and the brief moments between hails of projectiles some Pilot's shake their hands causing their ships to wobble.

I saw my ticket through the Battlefield. It was a whitewashed ship with a black top hat and two pink ears popping out of the bottom of the hat.

Every time this ship made a pass, I'd fly under him towards my destination. When the magic hat would finish an attack run, he would pull a tight looping barrel roll and jet back towards his carrier, then perform another loop and strafe another area. It was effective sniping, not engaging in a dogfight , but still allowing himself to cover his squadron.

It wasn't an easy approach for me the rebellion saw me first and they sent three fighters my direction.

I mentioned before thar I was slow, I forgot to add I am very agile. Bertha doesn't have a great top speed but I spent a good portion of my spare money on the highest level directional boosters. Attached at every 10 meters Bertha can dodge an astriod field of rock and metal with ease. As the fighters fired their projectiles Bertha rolled to the side boisting herself out of the line of fire as I plotted a course through a burnt out hull of a larger cargo hold floating dead in space.

Being small and long pays off. The fighters moving too fast refused to follow me and decided to wait for me to come out. Unfortunately for them they were in a battle and a sitting ship is a dead ship. When I finally extracted myself from the burnt out hull I saw three new dead fighters with holes in their viewport. If I decided to look closely enough I would be able to see droplets of frozen blood drip from openings.

But that is for rookies. I have a load to deliver. So I did my best to line up my approach based on magic hat was doing. After some strenuous maneuvers and a few too many close calls I managed to hail the UC Freeholt.

"Shipper ID Number" was the only response I got when I hailed her on the open channel.

"Graphite-Niner-Codex-Codex-Quiltex," I replied in my best calm voice. A stray projectile brightened up one of my sensors blinding me briefly. I would be nervous unfortunately I wasn't talking to a person yet, and the computer was analyzing my voice for stress markers.

Finally, a younger feminine voice replied "Welcome to the UC Freeholt. Please follow the lights to our receiving bay. You will exit you ship upon landing and place yourself in a confined area as we scan and unload your cargo hold. Is there anything you want to declare?"

I replied in the negative as I flew through the opened doors.

[altercontrollerproject]

--Initial investigation--

20 types of alternate game controllers and games.

Geometry dash: Geometry dash is a rhythm based platformer that uses songs from the website newgrounds. You navigate through the level without hitting any obstacles whilst a song plays in the background. The game offers only a single input which is either click, space bar or the up arrow key.

Nintendo Wii:

The Nintendo Wii is a games console developed by Nintendo that is controlled by a 'wii remote.' The wii remoted is able to be used through the use of infrared radiation, meaning that when you point the remote towards the screen, it is able to track where the remote is facing. Both vr controllers and wii remotes come under the 'motion controller' category

Xbox Kinect:

The Xbox Kinect was a ground breaking motion-sensing device developed by Microsoft for their Xbox gaming console. Released in 2010, it revolutionized the way players interacted with games by eliminating the need for traditional controllers. Instead, the Kinect used an array of cameras and sensors to track the movements of the player's body, allowing for a truly immersive gaming experience. Players could control games, navigate menus, and even use voice commands, all with natural gestures and spoken words. Beyond gaming, the Kinect found applications in various fields, from fitness and rehabilitation to interactive art installations. It was eventually discontinued in 2017.

Nintendo joycons:

The Nintendo Joy-Cons are a pair of versatile controllers designed for the Nintendo Switch. Released alongside the console in 2017, these controllers offer a unique gaming experience. Each Joy-Con can function independently as a standalone controller, allowing for multiplayer gaming without the need for additional hardware. They also feature motion-sensing technology and HD Rumble. Additionally, the Joy-Cons can be attached to the sides of the Switch console for handheld play, or used with various accessories like the Joy-Con Grip for a controller feel. The controllers have wide array of buttons, including the iconic ABXY buttons and shoulder buttons, providing ample control options for a diverse range of games.

Flight simulator:

Flight Simulator, developed by Microsoft, is renowned for its innovative approach to realism in aviation simulation. One of its outstanding features, is its adaptability to a wide range of alternate controllers, enhancing the immersive experience for players. While traditional joysticks and yokes are widely used, Flight Simulator's versatility extends to more, including throttle quadrants, rudder pedals, and even high-end flight control systems. These controllers replicate real-world aviation equipment, allowing players to finely tune their flight inputs and experience a more authentic piloting sensation.

Face Raiders:

Face Raiders is a quirky and entertaining augmented reality game developed by Nintendo for the Nintendo 3DS handheld console. Released in 2011, the game utilizes the 3DS's front-facing camera to capture images of the player's face or those of their friends and family. These images are then incorporated into the game as floating, animated targets that the player must shoot down using the handheld's motion sensors. The gameplay is not only engaging but also showcases the capabilities of the 3DS's augmented reality features. "Face Raiders" combines elements of traditional gaming with innovative use of the device's camera technology.

Donkey Kong Bongos:

The Donkey Kong Bongos controller is a distinctive peripheral developed by Nintendo for the Nintendo GameCube console. Released in 2004, it was designed specifically for rhythm-based games, with Donkey Konga being the most prominent title associated with it. The controller is shaped like a pair of bongos and features responsive pads on top that players can hit to create in-game actions. These actions are synchronized with the rhythm of the game's music, allowing players to immerse themselves in a unique gameplay experience.

Dance Dance Revolution:

Dance Dance Revolution is a wildly popular rhythm-based video game series developed by Konami. It made its debut in the late 1990s and quickly became a cultural phenomenon. The game requires players to step on designated arrows on a dance pad in sync with the on-screen prompts, which are synchronized to the beat of various songs. DDR's gameplay encourages physical activity, coordination, and a keen sense of rhythm. It gained immense popularity in arcades and was later adapted for home consoles, allowing players to enjoy the experience in the comfort of their own homes.

Power glove:

The Power Glove, a pioneering piece of technology introduced by Mattel in 1989, holds a special place in the history of gaming. Designed for the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES), the Power Glove aimed to revolutionize the gaming experience by allowing players to control on-screen characters using hand and finger movements.

Shoot a duck:

This game typically involves players using a toy gun to aim and shoot at moving duck targets as they traverse across a mechanized backdrop. The objective is to hit as many ducks as possible within a limited time, showcasing both skill and precision. The nostalgic appeal of "Shoot a Duck" lies in its simplicity, offering players of all ages a chance to test their marksmanship in a friendly and competitive setting.

Duck hunt:

Duck Hunt is a classic video game that left a mark on the landscape of early gaming. Originally released in 1984 as a launch title for the Nintendo Entertainment System, the game combined the simplicity of a light gun with the excitement of hunting virtual ducks. Developed by Nintendo, Duck Hunt utilized the NES Zapper, a gun-shaped controller that players aimed at their television screens to shoot down ducks as they flew across the pixelated sky.

Jackbox:

Jackbox Games has become a household name in the realm of party and social gaming. The company is known for its innovative approach to multiplayer entertainment, creating a series of party packs that bring together a diverse collection of hilarious and engaging games. What sets Jackbox apart is its use of smartphones or other internet-connected devices as controllers, allowing a large group of players to join in using their personal screens. This unique setup eliminates the need for additional controllers and makes Jackbox games accessible and easy to set up for gatherings of friends or family.

Guitar hero:

Guitar Hero revolutionized the gaming industry by putting players in the shoes of a rockstar. Developed by Harmonix and initially released in 2005, Guitar Hero allowed players to wield a guitar-shaped controller, emulating the experience of playing popular rock songs. The game's success lay in its immersive gameplay, where colored notes flowed down the screen, synchronized with the music, challenging players to hit corresponding buttons on the guitar controller. The franchise's eclectic soundtrack featured a mix of classic and contemporary rock hits, further enhancing the immersive experience. Guitar Hero not only appealed to avid gamers but also attracted a broader audience, turning living rooms into virtual concert stages.

Pokémon lets go:

Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee! represent a delightful fusion of nostalgia and innovation within the Pokémon franchise. Developed by Game Freak and published by Nintendo for the Nintendo Switch in 2018, these games transport players to the beloved Kanto region for a reimagined Pokémon journey. What sets "Let's Go" apart is its unique integration with Pokémon Go. Players can capture Pokémon by physically mimicking the act of throwing a Poké Ball using the Joy-Con controllers, mirroring the immersive catching experience from the mobile game. Additionally, the optional Poké Ball Plus accessory, acting as both a controller and a Poké Ball, adds another layer of interactivity. The device also serves as a Pokémon Go Plus accessory, allowing players to interact with the mobile app and catch Pokémon in the real world.

Robotron 2084:

Robotron 2084 is a classic arcade game that emerged in the golden age of video gaming in 1982, created by Eugene Jarvis and Larry DeMar for Williams Electronics. Renowned for its intense and fast-paced gameplay, the game is a twin-stick shooter that places players in a dystopian future where they must battle waves of relentless robots. The innovative control scheme, featuring two joysticks- one to move the character and the other to fire in any direction.

Mario Kart Wii:

Mario Kart Wii is a beloved installment in the iconic racing game series developed by Nintendo. Released in 2008 for the Nintendo Wii console, the game quickly became a favorite among fans for its exhilarating gameplay and innovative features. Building upon the success of its predecessors, "Mario Kart Wii" introduced motion controls, allowing players to steer their karts by tilting the Wii Remote. The game featured an extensive roster of characters from the Mario universe, each with their unique karts and attributes. The introduction of motorbikes added an extra layer of strategy and variety to the races. The inclusion of online multiplayer brought a social dimension to the experience, allowing players to compete against friends and opponents worldwide.

Doodle jump:

Doodle Jump is a mobile gaming phenomenon that captivated players with its simple yet addictive gameplay. Developed by Lima Sky, this vertical jumping game was initially released for iOS devices in 2009 and later expanded to various platforms. The game's premise is straightforward: guide a character as it jumps from platform to platform, avoiding obstacles and enemies while aiming for the highest possible score. The intuitive tilt controls and endless, progressively challenging levels contributed to the game's widespread appeal.

Sim racing wheel:

The sim racing wheel is an integral component of the immersive experience in simulated racing games. Designed to replicate the feel of a real steering wheel, these peripherals enhance the level of realism and precision in racing simulations. Sim racing wheels typically feature force feedback technology, providing tactile responses that simulate the resistance and nuances encountered while driving a real car. Pedal sets accompanying these wheels further contribute to the authenticity.

osu:

osu! is a widely acclaimed rhythm game renowned for its engaging gameplay and thriving community. The game involves players interacting with on-screen circles, sliders, and spinners in synchronization with the rhythm of the music. Notably, "osu!" provides alternative control methods beyond traditional mouse and keyboard inputs, accommodating various playstyles. Some players opt for graphic tablets or touchscreens to enhance precision, while others use specialized peripherals like mechanical keyboards or gaming mice.

Wii Fit:

Wii Fit is a pioneering fitness and exercise game developed by Nintendo for the Wii console, released in 2007. It introduced the innovative Wii Balance Board, a pressure-sensitive platform that players stand on while engaging in various activities designed to promote physical fitness and well-being. The game includes a range of exercises, yoga poses, strength training routines, and balance games, all of which leverage the motion-sensing capabilities of the Wii Remote and the unique input provided by the Balance Board.

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Logitech G Saitek PRO Flight Yoke System (945-000004) (LOGGSAITEKPROYOKE)

Logitech G Saitek Yoke System Pro & Throttle Quadrant και μπείτε στη θέση του πιλότου, σε σύνθήκες αληθινής προσομοίωσης.

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The Ultimate Experience: The Best Racing Simulator and Flight Sim Cockpit Setup

The thrill of high-speed racing or soaring through the skies is something many dream of experiencing firsthand. With advancements in technology, it has become possible to replicate these sensations from the comfort of home. A high-quality simulation setup provides an unparalleled sense of realism, allowing enthusiasts to immerse themselves completely. Whether engaging in competitive racing or piloting an aircraft, having the right equipment is essential. The focus of this article is on achieving the best racing simulator experience while also creating an optimal Flight Sim Cockpit Setup for aviation enthusiasts.

The Essentials of the Best Racing Simulator

A true-to-life racing experience requires more than just a standard gaming console and controller. A dedicated setup featuring a sturdy frame, realistic pedals, and force-feedback steering enhances the immersion. The best racing simulator consists of a high-quality racing seat, an advanced steering wheel, and adjustable pedals to mirror real-life driving conditions. Incorporating a multi-screen display or a virtual reality headset further amplifies the realism, making each race feel as though it is happening on an actual track. In addition, a well-calibrated force-feedback system ensures that every turn, bump, and acceleration is felt just like in a real race car.

Choosing the Right Racing Components for Maximum Realism

The components of a simulation rig determine the overall experience. A responsive steering wheel with precision control is essential for maintaining an authentic driving feel. High-quality pedals that replicate real-world acceleration and braking dynamics play a significant role in performance. To achieve the best racing simulator experience, investing in motion platforms that simulate the car’s movements can add an extra layer of immersion. Adjustable cockpit settings ensure a comfortable yet realistic posture, allowing for longer and more enjoyable sessions. Additionally, sound design and audio integration create a lifelike racing atmosphere, where every engine roar and tire squeal can be felt as much as heard.

Optimizing the Flight Sim Cockpit Setup for True-to-Life Aviation

Aviation enthusiasts require a cockpit that mirrors the controls and layout of an actual aircraft. A well-designed Flight Sim Cockpit Setup features high-resolution displays, flight yokes or joysticks, throttle quadrants, and rudder pedals. These elements work together to provide an authentic piloting experience, whether flying a commercial airliner or a fighter jet. Properly placed monitors or curved screens allow for better visibility, replicating a real cockpit environment. Incorporating a VR headset can further enhance the realism, making the user feel as if they are truly inside an aircraft. A sturdy frame ensures stability, preventing unwanted movements that could disrupt the experience.

Selecting the Best Equipment for a Realistic Flight Experience

Choosing the right flight controls is crucial for an immersive experience. A professional-grade flight yoke or joystick provides precise handling, mimicking real-world aircraft maneuverability. High-quality rudder pedals add another level of control, allowing for smooth landings and precise navigation. The ideal Flight Sim Cockpit Setup includes realistic throttle controls that respond accurately to every input, enhancing the feeling of piloting an actual aircraft. Adjustable seating and ergonomic designs ensure long sessions remain comfortable, while high-fidelity sound systems complete the experience with authentic engine and environmental noises.

Achieving the Perfect Balance Between Racing and Flight Simulations

For those who enjoy both racing and flying, finding the right balance between the two can be challenging. Modular simulation rigs allow for seamless transitions between different setups, making it possible to enjoy the best racing simulator and an immersive Flight Sim Cockpit Setup without needing separate installations. Adjustable mounts for steering wheels, flight yokes, and control panels provide flexibility, ensuring that switching between simulations is quick and efficient. With the right setup, experiencing the adrenaline of racing or the serenity of flying becomes effortless, making every session as close to reality as possible.

[raineda-shipper]

I independently came to v. similar conclusions as your excellent quadrant chart!! I'm a fan of putting triads into A♥️B♠️C♦️A triangles, I find them v. aesthetically pleasing and I think they're probably viewed as a particularly good configuration in troll culture.

So, when he ends up in a SQQ♥️LBH♠️LQG♦️SQQ situation, of course SQQ thinks "ah yes, we are all so well matched and happy, this is the perfect relationship for us!"

In actuality LQG and SQQ are terrible moirails. Their feelings jams consist of just cuddling as SQQ chats about inconsequential matters, meanwhile LQG is silent the whole time, just blushing furiously, until SQQ shifts the wrong way and then LQG always runs off for some reason???

But of course SQQ can't allow himself to consider the possibility of having 2 people in the same quadrant. He's got nothing against quadrant smearing relationships, but it's just not for him. Clearly the fondness that he and LQG feel for each other must be pale!

The fact that many of his pitch dates with SQH may look more like feelings jams to an outsider than his official feelings jams with LQG is NOT quadrant smearing! ("It's normal for kismeses to help and support each other sometimes" is this universe's SQQ's equivalent of "it's not gay to...") After all, they're in a unique situation.

"Airplane-bro, you're only person who can really understand me, you know."

He says that incredibly pale-romantic thing to SQH's face and it's a one-hit K.O. SQH's pale-pitch feelings are overflowing - he's both incredibly touched and wants to throttle him for being so fucking oblivious.

What I'm saying is, in this universe SQQ didn't just try to find a nice matesprit for Binghe. Now he keeps trying to set up LQG with a nice matesprit and SQH with a nice moirail even though that's what both feel towards him 😭 the 3 of them should form a support group or something

THAT SAID!!! Pale Bingqiu anon, you are so smart! An AU where SQQ rescues LBH from the Abyss or like finds him directly after he gets out or something would be so good for pale porn! SQQ would have to do SO MUCH cleaning, healing, soothing and pacifying - and would still only undo the very surface level of all of the damage that he himself inflicted onto his precious white lotus - and knowing that he will never be able to undo it all!

Or if it goes like in canon, the 5 years of SQQ's death would be even sadder - Binghe in the most heart-wrenching feelings jam with an unresponsive corpse???? "Shizun, I'm SO ANGRY and you're the only one who could help me, won't you look at me?")

I think maybe pale Bingqiu would be even more unhinged, at least in the first years after Maigu Rigde. Instead of sex marathons every 3 days, would Binghe be hysterically crying/raging every 3 days? (but not more often because he thinks that Shizun will leave him if he's too much?)

The first homestuck anon is a genius (this is a different anon) holy frick

Cumplane would absolutely be kismesis

I wonder if SY would be austipicing BingLiu cause those two would Def be kismesis too (It's been years I forgot how to write those words)

Now for the flushed quadrant for the Cucumber... I honestly can't think of just a single person to fill it. LQG would be good but hmmmmmm. My brain very helpfully keep repeating Six Balls so ¯⁠\⁠_⁠(⁠ツ⁠)⁠_⁠/⁠¯

I have fantastic news, which is that I made a quadrant chart a few months ago lmao but this chart has redrom bingqiu instead of palerom! I do 100% stick by pitch cumplane and sqq being the auspistice for bingliu lsdkfjlksdjf "the only thing keeping us from killing each other is our mutual affection for a third guy" is textbook ashen relationships to me!

also Six Balls ♥ Shen Qingqiu is making me scream sldkfjlksdfj