A water rollover simulation system includes a simulation training device. The simulation training device is connected to a track, wherein one end of the track is submerged in water. The simulation training device begins a simulation on another portion of the track not submerged in water, moves toward the end of the track, and completes the simulation by allowing one or more trainees to escape the simulation training device while the simulation training device is submerged under water. The water rollover simulation system includes various safety features. The safety features can be activated automatically after a predetermined amount of time, or manually via a remote control system.

System, methods, and other embodiments described herein relate to a training system to train a driver about occurrences of anomalous driving events of automated vehicle systems. In one embodiment, a method includes determining, upon receiving a selection of a vehicle behavior from one or more anomalous driving events and a detected state change signal, whether the vehicle behavior affects one or more entities. The method includes assessing a state of the one or more entities to simulate the vehicle behavior according to a safety standard. The method includes triggering simulation of the vehicle behavior if the state satisfies a threshold. The method includes simulating the vehicle behavior by at least controlling the vehicle to simulate the vehicle behavior during automated driving of the vehicle.

System, methods, and other embodiments described herein relate to a training system to train a driver about occurrences of anomalous driving events of automated vehicle systems. In one embodiment, a method includes determining, upon receiving a selection of a vehicle behavior from one or more anomalous driving events and a detected state change signal, whether the vehicle behavior affects one or more entities. The method includes assessing a state of the one or more entities to simulate the vehicle behavior according to a safety standard. The method includes triggering simulation of the vehicle behavior if the state satisfies a threshold. The method includes simulating the vehicle behavior by at least controlling the vehicle to simulate the vehicle behavior during automated driving of the vehicle.

This invention relates to the field of motion systems especially for simulating motion such as driving or flying. In particular, though not exclusively, the invention relates to motion generators, and to systems including such motion generators, and to methods of using motion generators and motion systems for example as vehicle simulators. One aspect of the invention relates to a primary motion generator (10,82,102) for use in a motion simulator for moving a primary payload (14) of 80 kg or more above a surface (12), the primary motion generator (10,82,102) being a parallel manipulator comprising: a primary frame or platform (11) for supporting the primary payload of 80 kg or more (14), three elongate linear guides (21,22,23) arranged transversely to each other below the frame in a planar array, at least one actuator (31,32,33) arranged per linear guide (21,22,23) above the surface, and controllable to move the linear guides (21,22,23) whereby the primary payload of 80 kg or more is movable in at least three degrees of freedom.

This invention relates to the field of motion systems especially for simulating motion such as driving or flying. In particular, though not exclusively, the invention relates to motion generators, and to systems including such motion generators, and to methods of using motion generators and motion systems for example as vehicle simulators. One aspect of the invention relates to a primary motion generator (10,82,102) for use in a motion simulator for moving a primary payload (14) of 80 kg or more above a surface (12), the primary motion generator (10,82,102) being a parallel manipulator comprising: a primary frame or platform (11) for supporting the primary payload of 80 kg or more (14), three elongate linear guides (21,22,23) arranged transversely to each other below the frame in a planar array, at least one actuator (31,32,33) arranged per linear guide (21,22,23) above the surface, and controllable to move the linear guides (21,22,23) whereby the primary payload of 80 kg or more is movable in at least three degrees of freedom.

A method for assisting driving training, and an electronic device, relating to the field of computer technology, and in particular, to the field of mobile control technology, are provided. The method includes: acquiring training situations of a plurality of teaching vehicles from a server: displaying the training situations of the plurality of teaching vehicles; and generating a control command for driving training according to an instruction of a trainer in a training site; and sending the control command to a vehicle-mounted terminal of a corresponding teaching vehicle. The technical solution may be applied to the training site, and controls the vehicle-mounted terminal based on the mobile device, thereby realizing mobile driving training and improving driving training effects.

A system includes a hand-held electronic device and an adapter mechanically connectable to a mobile machine. The adapter is configured to communicate with an electronic system of the mobile machine via a wired connection and to communicate with the hand-held electronic device via a wireless connection. The hand-held electronic device is configured to present to the user via a user interface a plurality of implement identifiers, receive from the user via the user interface a selection indicating one of the plurality of implement identifiers, and emulate operation of the implement corresponding to the selected implement identifier.

A steering wheel adapter system for an automotive simulator includes a first adapter element formed in a distal end of the steering wheel and a second adapter element formed in a proximal end of a steering axle of the automotive simulator. The first adapter element comprises a first electrical contact surface and the second adapter element comprises a second electrical contact surface. The first and second adapter elements are configured to slide against each other along a plane that is substantially perpendicular to the steering axle, until a coupling position has been reached wherein a central axis of the steering wheel is aligned with a central axis of the steering axle, and the first and second electrical contact surfaces make contact with each other to establish an electrical connection. A steering wheel having a first adapter element and a steering axle having a second adapter element are also described.

A steering wheel adapter system for an automotive simulator includes a first adapter element formed in a distal end of the steering wheel and a second adapter element formed in a proximal end of a steering axle of the automotive simulator. The first adapter element comprises a first electrical contact surface and the second adapter element comprises a second electrical contact surface. The first and second adapter elements are configured to slide against each other along a plane that is substantially perpendicular to the steering axle, until a coupling position has been reached wherein a central axis of the steering wheel is aligned with a central axis of the steering axle, and the first and second electrical contact surfaces make contact with each other to establish an electrical connection. A steering wheel having a first adapter element and a steering axle having a second adapter element are also described.

In one embodiment, one or more suspension systems of a vehicle may be used to mitigate motion sickness by limiting motion in one or more frequency ranges. In another embodiment, an active suspension may be integrated with an autonomous vehicle architecture. In yet another embodiment, the active suspension system of a vehicle may be used to induce motion in a vehicle. The vehicle may be used as a testbed for technical investigations and/or as a platform to enhance the enjoyment of video and/or audio by vehicle occupants. In some embodiments, the active suspensions system may be used to perform gestures as a means of communication with persons inside or outside the vehicle. In some embodiments, the active suspensions system may be used to generate haptic warnings to a vehicle operator or other persons in response to certain road situations.