Motion simulator
OwnerPaul E. Reimanninventor
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Abstract
A novel motion simulation device adaptable as a training, amusement or playground device is provided which comprises a support structure pivotally attached at one end to an overhead suspension, and supporting, near the other end, a passenger carrying body; a resiliently extensible tether connected at one end to the support structure near the passenger carrying body, and at the other end to a substantially fixed point below the point of suspension, to limit and define the pattern of swinging motion of the structure; a spring operatively interconnecting the support structure and suspension to provide simulated bobbing motion for the device; and braking structure, utilizing the tether, for stopping the device. Certain optional embellishments may be included to limit motion of the device to selected degrees of freedom.
Claims7
A motion simulation device comprising:
- a. a passenger carrying body;
- b. overhead suspension means;
- c. support structure, pivotally supported at a first end thereof to said suspension means and supporting said passenger carrying body near a second end thereof, said support structure including a section thereof near said second end and extending below said passenger carrying body;
- d. a ring slidably mounted on said section;
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- e. A resiliently extensible tether connected at a first end thereof to said ring, and at a second end thereof to a substantially fixed point beneath said suspension means.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.