File:MiniSim-Dimensions-Power.pdf

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Andrew Veit:

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Andrew Veit:

Main Page

2025-12-17T20:12:18Z

Andrew Veit:

Keylok - Software Control

2025-02-28T18:14:55Z

Andrew Veit: /* Integrated Scenario Authoring Tool (ISAT) and nDAQTools */

== Software Control and Keylok™ ==

Two key miniSim applications are controlled via a USB security device called a Keylok. This device has a NADS-programmable expiration date, for which NADS provides renewals at the time of payment of the software support and maintenance fee.

===miniSim and Tile Mosaic Tool (TMT) applications===

Only two applications require a valid Keylok to operate: 
*'''NADS miniSim™ real-time driving simulation software'''
*'''NADS TMT™ virtual environment authoring tool with 350 sample tiles'''

The miniSim and TMT applications are typically installed on the simulator PC. Two Keyloks are supplied so that, in addition to the simulator, the miniSim application can be run on a laptop or development PC for scenario testing and development.

The TMT is used to assemble road networks (or ‘map’) of your design. It is best run on the same machine where the miniSim installation is present, as the export process generates many files that are to be accessed by the miniSim when it runs a scenario. 
'''Note: two Keyloks are supplied.''' 

=== Integrated Scenario Authoring and Data Reduction Tools ===

The Integrated Scenario Authoring Tool (ISAT) and the data reduction toolset (nDAQTools) can be run on any Windows PC without restriction. These applications do '''not''' require a valid license to operate.

Users may install ISAT on Windows PCs to Create, Rehearse and Replay scenarios anywhere. A single file created by the Tile Mosaic Tool (TMT) is opened by ISAT to represent the map during scenario authoring. The tools are Windows 7-11 compatible.

The nDAQTools application runs within a MATLAB™ environment (not supplied) and is used to calculate measures from the time-history data recorded by the miniSim. We call this data acquisition file a 'DAQ' file. This also can be done on any Windows PC with MATLAB installed. Some miniSim users have found that Python can be used instead of MATLAB and have created an open-source Python library called unDAQTools available on [https://github.com/rogerlew/undaqTools Github].

Only the miniSim and the TMT need a 'Keylok'. A Keylok is a USB device that is programmed to allow miniSim and TMT to run on the PC it is connected to. If you want to use TMT on another PC, you will need a keylok. If your site does not already have two keyloks, we can send another one (limit 2 keyloks per site).

ISAT is a windows application and we only support running it on Windows.
It will probably work on a Mac with dual boot to Windows. However, users have reported stability issues with Windows emulators or Virtual Machine software that runs in the Mac OS and we do not recommend this approach.

Also, when installing ISAT, do not use the default folder location. We have found that the default location in C:\ProgramFiles (x86) causes issues with Windows User Access Control (UAC). Instead, create a new folder called: C:\NADS_ISAT. This will ensure that you have proper read/write access.

Keylok - Software Control

2025-02-28T18:02:24Z

Andrew Veit: /* miniSim and Tile Mosaic Tool (TMT) applications */

== Software Control and Keylok™ ==

Two key miniSim applications are controlled via a USB security device called a Keylok. This device has a NADS-programmable expiration date, for which NADS provides renewals at the time of payment of the software support and maintenance fee.

===miniSim and Tile Mosaic Tool (TMT) applications===

Only two applications require a valid Keylok to operate: 
*'''NADS miniSim™ real-time driving simulation software'''
*'''NADS TMT™ virtual environment authoring tool with 350 sample tiles'''

The miniSim and TMT applications are typically installed on the simulator PC. Two Keyloks are supplied so that, in addition to the simulator, the miniSim application can be run on a laptop or development PC for scenario testing and development.

The TMT is used to assemble road networks (or ‘map’) of your design. It is best run on the same machine where the miniSim installation is present, as the export process generates many files that are to be accessed by the miniSim when it runs a scenario. 
'''Note: two Keyloks are supplied.''' 

=== Integrated Scenario Authoring Tool (ISAT) and nDAQTools ===
These applications do '''not''' require a Keylok to operate.

You may install ISAT on any Windows 7, 8, or 10 desktop or laptop so that you can Create, Rehearse and Replay scenarios anywhere. A single file created by the TMT is opened by ISAT to represent the map during scenario authoring.

The nDAQTools application runs within a MATLAB™ environment (not supplied), and is used to calculate measures from the time-history data recorded by the miniSim. This also can be done on any Windows PC with MATLAB installed. Some miniSim users have found that Python can be used instead of MATLAB, and have created an open source Python library called unDAQTools available on Github. The unDAQTools library

You can install ISAT on any windows PC/laptop. We do not keylok this software.

Only the miniSim and the TMT need a keylok. If you want to use TMT on another PC, you will need a keylok. If your site does not already have two keyloks, we can send another one (limit 2 keyloks per site).

ISAT is a windows application and we only support running it on Windows.
It will probably work on a Mac with dual boot to Windows. However, users have reported stability issues with Windows emulators or Virtual Machine software that runs in the Mac OS and we do not recommend this approach.

Also, when installing ISAT, do not use the default folder location. We have found that the default location in C:\ProgramFiles (x86) causes issues with Windows User Access Control (UAC). Instead, create a new folder called: C:\NADS_ISAT. This will ensure that you have proper read/write access.

Main Page

2025-02-28T18:01:28Z

Andrew Veit:

NADS MiniSim™ Video Training and Knowledge Library

2025-02-28T17:43:06Z

Andrew Veit: /* MiniSim General Topics: */

==Simulation "Boot Camp":==
This video series by [http://safersim.nads-sc.uiowa.edu/ SAFER-SIM UTC] introduces driving simulation in research and provides essential details for using the miniSim effectively. 
[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O8sJPSMd4DA&t=2s Overview of Simulation] 
[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0hoeK6ByZgY Experimental Design] 
[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6bNn_mqRXJg&t=5s Scenario Design, Development, and Testing] 
[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LYZqPztwYEk&t=2331s Conducting Simulator Studies] 
[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uMb3CqVZD_w&t=2543s Data Analysis] 
More webinars are available on the SAFER-SIM [https://www.youtube.com/@safer-simutc3826/videos YouTube] channel pertaining to driving safety research.

== MiniSim General Topics: ==

[https://www.screencast.com/t/qeEu6wa9 Introduction to miniSim Tools] 
miniSim software components. 

[https://www.screencast.com/t/ooaT2KYk6 Solving Display Problems by Editing the CCF File] 
Occasionally your displays may shift to the wrong monitor. This video shows how to move the displays back to their intended monitor by editing a simple text file.

[https://app.screencast.com/collections/g000300LpEnQj2AmUyjA3cJiZhBmY Updating miniSim Software (8 video series)] Critical steps to follow in updating your miniSim software successfully to the newest version. Select and watch the Overview video first. Then cycle through remaining videos using the arrow keys below the playback window.

[https://www.screencast.com/t/Thh3lWIlRY miniSim Marketing Video] 
miniSim feature highlights from our trade show video.

== Data Reduction & Related Topics: ==
[https://app.screencast.com/collections/g000300IYYQ6ByaPyBhuVJDLcCGY1 nDAQ Tools Training (10 video series)] 
Data processing for miniSim using nDAQ Tools. Start with the Overview video and then navigate through the remaining videos using the right/left arrows below the playback window. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/OeqDdzfKOHG DAQ File Locations] 
DAQ files are created with every drive. These files are the heart of your data collection efforts. This video shows you where those files are located and how to access them. Note that this video contains multiple chapters. You can navigate to any chapter by clicking on the
4-line icon below the playback window at bottom right. 

== ISAT Topics: ==
[https://app.screencast.com/wU1hZWKx6GVMP Using an External Reference to Re-use Scenario Elements] 
Re-use of scenario elements. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/4DClZWDhE Actions and Actions Types in ISAT] 
This video contains multiple segments; Creating Trigger Actions; Create Action; Create Multiple Actions; Create New Element; Set Default ADO Velocity; Create Traffic Signal Timing. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/hElhZrYrC Action Types in ISAT] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/W6ZcclkoT Audio Components in ISAT] 
This video contains multiple segments; Adding Custom Audio as a separate video; Audio Subsystem Components as a separate video; Using Audio in Scenario as the how-to-use-video 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/4ZR0xYRMt Controlling an External Driver] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/qunMPRSsHs Coordinators in ISAT] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/xH9Paxq8RyH DDO Actions in ISAT] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/mUfQ8KHahU Demo: Assign Groups in ISAT] 
Creating and Assigning Groups to Objects for Use in External Reference Scenarios; Using External Reference Scenarios 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/Oqh2Nf3m Elements but Not Traffic Signals] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/qr0dtkLP6sJE External Control in Rehearsal Mode] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/t97OPORE Introduction to ISAT: Lesson Two, Interface Two] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/jRvPKLFRv Intro to ISAT Scenario Authoring] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/oqjmyAxZ ISAT: Lesson One] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/lslzUPjVGzw ISAT Requirements] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/gNxQll8e ISAT Elements] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/6XEBizec ISAT Elements Iconography] 
Duplication of Object Types, World vs BLI Objects, etc; Which is Better? 
[https://app.screencast.com/1gu1k3mB3vQU9 ISAT Interface 1-5] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/CowpuajIQ ISAT New Sign (1.8.5)] 
Sign Static Objects in ISAT versions 1.8.5 and Above. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/AnzyZ5zI ISAT Performance Management] 
Remove Scenario Element Using a Roadpad Trigger. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/2oZNKm6gx1 Place Object at DDO] 
Check DDO Placement Using 'Place Object At' Function. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/nosd8mFDq How to Re-use Scenario Elements] 
Duplicates info in other clips/vice versa. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/M4azbkiOL8 Scenario Author 1 until 3/28] 
Intended to be used as 1st part of Lesson 1. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/vPjNc71ndOO Scenario Scenario How-To (How to Control ADO's in ISAT] 
How to Control ADO's; Includes Forced Velocity Dialog. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/JqX02jaz9 Scenario Coordinates] 
Useful to know how to use coordinates in miniSim. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/kZix5RbR Scenario World Objects] 
Troubleshooting Object Mismatch Between Scenario and MiniSim. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/1pUzfmEPWPcm Special Actions in ISAT] 
Handling Special Actions; Handling Multiple Special Actions. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/J7HVyw9r Traffic Signals in ISAT] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/6hmNvlHYW Virtual Objects in ISAT] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/XdoOJsY6VXdP Setting Up A Signs File in ISAT] 

== ISAT Training: ==
ISAT multi-video training course for creating and modifying drive scenarios. Choose your topic from following list. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/jTdRWfzITfj Introduction to ISAT: Overview] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/kOwiguoKwqf Introduction to ISAT: The Interface] 

== Tile Mosaic Tool (TMT) Topics: ==
[https://www.screencast.com/t/TJLzawKcR TMT Basics] 
Introduction to the TMT for creating and modifying scenario roadmaps and world files. 

== TMT Trouble Shooting Topics: ==
[https://www.screencast.com/t/dZcWljIe Viewing a Tile Without Using miniSim] 
View a visual model using osgviewer 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/xBS8IS2F How to Fix Missing Objects] 
Finding and fixing a missing object (stop sign) 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/pqVii3i4 Updating TMT to Version 1.8] 
Updating TMT to version 1.8. 

== TMT Advanced Topics: ==
[https://www.screencast.com/t/qQV0mswOdN Elevation Maps] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/gE4Yejij Missing Compatible Tile] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/X5LxFU5JxHgD Coping with Missing Tile Properties] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/pmEqrTYS Changing an Existing World Layout] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/aNnnSnxjlonu Finding a Compatible Tile Model] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/sSDlA3Z7f Creating Worlds from Scratch] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/huihCwdfY Forcing a Tile Connection] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/Xowx7zStmaj Forced Connections That Do Not Work] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/ZJC3uh67c7Uk Familiarization of Tiles Using OSG Viewer] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/krPnlFdj Performance Management Techniques] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/MQJ1uOFRQy Performance Management using Level of Detail (LOD)]

NADS MiniSim™ Video Training and Knowledge Library

2025-02-25T19:00:36Z

Andrew Veit: /* MiniSim General Topics: */

== MiniSim General Topics: ==
SIMULATION BOOT CAMP! This is a 5-video series produced by our SAFER-SIM UTC Channel: 
[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O8sJPSMd4DA&t=2s Overview of Simulation] 
[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0hoeK6ByZgY Experimental Design] 
[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6bNn_mqRXJg&t=5s Scenario Design, Development, and Testing] 
[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LYZqPztwYEk&t=2331s Conducting Simulator Studies] 
[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uMb3CqVZD_w&t=2543s Data Analysis] 
There are also many other webinars available on the [https://www.youtube.com/@safer-simutc3826/videos SAFER-SIM] channel pertaining to driving safety research.

[https://www.screencast.com/t/qeEu6wa9 Introduction to miniSim Tools] 
miniSim software components. 

[https://www.screencast.com/t/ooaT2KYk6 Solving Display Problems by Editing the CCF File] 
Occasionally your displays may shift to the wrong monitor. This video shows how to move the displays back to their intended monitor by editing a simple text file.

[https://app.screencast.com/collections/g000300LpEnQj2AmUyjA3cJiZhBmY Updating miniSim Software (8 video series)] Critical steps to follow in updating your miniSim software successfully to the newest version. Select and watch the Overview video first. Then cycle through remaining videos using the arrow keys below the playback window.

[https://www.screencast.com/t/Thh3lWIlRY miniSim Marketing Video] 
miniSim feature highlights from our trade show video.

== Data Reduction & Related Topics: ==
[https://app.screencast.com/collections/g000300IYYQ6ByaPyBhuVJDLcCGY1 nDAQ Tools Training (10 video series)] 
Data processing for miniSim using nDAQ Tools. Start with the Overview video and then navigate through the remaining videos using the right/left arrows below the playback window. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/OeqDdzfKOHG DAQ File Locations] 
DAQ files are created with every drive. These files are the heart of your data collection efforts. This video shows you where those files are located and how to access them. Note that this video contains multiple chapters. You can navigate to any chapter by clicking on the
4-line icon below the playback window at bottom right. 

== ISAT Topics: ==
[https://app.screencast.com/wU1hZWKx6GVMP Using an External Reference to Re-use Scenario Elements] 
Re-use of scenario elements. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/4DClZWDhE Actions and Actions Types in ISAT] 
This video contains multiple segments; Creating Trigger Actions; Create Action; Create Multiple Actions; Create New Element; Set Default ADO Velocity; Create Traffic Signal Timing. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/hElhZrYrC Action Types in ISAT] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/W6ZcclkoT Audio Components in ISAT] 
This video contains multiple segments; Adding Custom Audio as a separate video; Audio Subsystem Components as a separate video; Using Audio in Scenario as the how-to-use-video 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/4ZR0xYRMt Controlling an External Driver] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/qunMPRSsHs Coordinators in ISAT] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/xH9Paxq8RyH DDO Actions in ISAT] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/mUfQ8KHahU Demo: Assign Groups in ISAT] 
Creating and Assigning Groups to Objects for Use in External Reference Scenarios; Using External Reference Scenarios 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/Oqh2Nf3m Elements but Not Traffic Signals] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/qr0dtkLP6sJE External Control in Rehearsal Mode] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/t97OPORE Introduction to ISAT: Lesson Two, Interface Two] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/jRvPKLFRv Intro to ISAT Scenario Authoring] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/oqjmyAxZ ISAT: Lesson One] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/lslzUPjVGzw ISAT Requirements] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/gNxQll8e ISAT Elements] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/6XEBizec ISAT Elements Iconography] 
Duplication of Object Types, World vs BLI Objects, etc; Which is Better? 
[https://app.screencast.com/1gu1k3mB3vQU9 ISAT Interface 1-5] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/CowpuajIQ ISAT New Sign (1.8.5)] 
Sign Static Objects in ISAT versions 1.8.5 and Above. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/AnzyZ5zI ISAT Performance Management] 
Remove Scenario Element Using a Roadpad Trigger. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/2oZNKm6gx1 Place Object at DDO] 
Check DDO Placement Using 'Place Object At' Function. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/nosd8mFDq How to Re-use Scenario Elements] 
Duplicates info in other clips/vice versa. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/M4azbkiOL8 Scenario Author 1 until 3/28] 
Intended to be used as 1st part of Lesson 1. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/vPjNc71ndOO Scenario Scenario How-To (How to Control ADO's in ISAT] 
How to Control ADO's; Includes Forced Velocity Dialog. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/JqX02jaz9 Scenario Coordinates] 
Useful to know how to use coordinates in miniSim. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/kZix5RbR Scenario World Objects] 
Troubleshooting Object Mismatch Between Scenario and MiniSim. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/1pUzfmEPWPcm Special Actions in ISAT] 
Handling Special Actions; Handling Multiple Special Actions. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/J7HVyw9r Traffic Signals in ISAT] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/6hmNvlHYW Virtual Objects in ISAT] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/XdoOJsY6VXdP Setting Up A Signs File in ISAT] 

== ISAT Training: ==
ISAT multi-video training course for creating and modifying drive scenarios. Choose your topic from following list. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/jTdRWfzITfj Introduction to ISAT: Overview] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/kOwiguoKwqf Introduction to ISAT: The Interface] 

== Tile Mosaic Tool (TMT) Topics: ==
[https://www.screencast.com/t/TJLzawKcR TMT Basics] 
Introduction to the TMT for creating and modifying scenario roadmaps and world files. 

== TMT Trouble Shooting Topics: ==
[https://www.screencast.com/t/dZcWljIe Viewing a Tile Without Using miniSim] 
View a visual model using osgviewer 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/xBS8IS2F How to Fix Missing Objects] 
Finding and fixing a missing object (stop sign) 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/pqVii3i4 Updating TMT to Version 1.8] 
Updating TMT to version 1.8. 

== TMT Advanced Topics: ==
[https://www.screencast.com/t/qQV0mswOdN Elevation Maps] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/gE4Yejij Missing Compatible Tile] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/X5LxFU5JxHgD Coping with Missing Tile Properties] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/pmEqrTYS Changing an Existing World Layout] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/aNnnSnxjlonu Finding a Compatible Tile Model] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/sSDlA3Z7f Creating Worlds from Scratch] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/huihCwdfY Forcing a Tile Connection] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/Xowx7zStmaj Forced Connections That Do Not Work] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/ZJC3uh67c7Uk Familiarization of Tiles Using OSG Viewer] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/krPnlFdj Performance Management Techniques] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/MQJ1uOFRQy Performance Management using Level of Detail (LOD)]

NADS MiniSim™ Video Training and Knowledge Library

2025-02-25T18:59:47Z

Andrew Veit: /* MiniSim General Topics: */

== MiniSim General Topics: ==
SIMULATION BOOT CAMP! This is a 5-video series produced by our SAFER-SIM UTC Channel: 
[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O8sJPSMd4DA&t=2s Overview of Simulation] 
[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0hoeK6ByZgY Experimental Design] 
[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6bNn_mqRXJg&t=5s Scenario Design, Development, and Testing] 
[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LYZqPztwYEk&t=2331s Conducting Simulator Studies] 
[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uMb3CqVZD_w&t=2543s Data Analysis] 
There are also many other webinars available on the [https://www.youtube.com/@safer-simutc3826/videos SAFER-SIM] channel pertaining to driving safety research.

[https://www.screencast.com/t/qeEu6wa9 Introduction to miniSim Tools] 
miniSim software components. 

[https://www.screencast.com/t/ooaT2KYk6 Solving Display Problems by Editing the CCF File] 
Occasionally your displays may shift to the wrong monitor. This video shows how to move the displays back to their intended monitor by editing a simple text file.

[https://app.screencast.com/collections/g000300LpEnQj2AmUyjA3cJiZhBmY Updating miniSim Software (8 video series)] Critical steps to follow in updating your miniSim software successfully to the newest version. Select and watch the Overview video first. Then cycle through remaining videos using the arrow keys below the playback window.

[https://www.screencast.com/t/Thh3lWIlRY miniSim Marketing Video] 
miniSim feature highlights from our trade show video.

== Data Reduction & Related Topics: ==
[https://app.screencast.com/collections/g000300IYYQ6ByaPyBhuVJDLcCGY1 nDAQ Tools Training (10 video series)] 
Data processing for miniSim using nDAQ Tools. Start with the Overview video and then navigate through the remaining videos using the right/left arrows below the playback window. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/OeqDdzfKOHG DAQ File Locations] 
DAQ files are created with every drive. These files are the heart of your data collection efforts. This video shows you where those files are located and how to access them. Note that this video contains multiple chapters. You can navigate to any chapter by clicking on the
4-line icon below the playback window at bottom right. 

== ISAT Topics: ==
[https://app.screencast.com/wU1hZWKx6GVMP Using an External Reference to Re-use Scenario Elements] 
Re-use of scenario elements. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/4DClZWDhE Actions and Actions Types in ISAT] 
This video contains multiple segments; Creating Trigger Actions; Create Action; Create Multiple Actions; Create New Element; Set Default ADO Velocity; Create Traffic Signal Timing. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/hElhZrYrC Action Types in ISAT] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/W6ZcclkoT Audio Components in ISAT] 
This video contains multiple segments; Adding Custom Audio as a separate video; Audio Subsystem Components as a separate video; Using Audio in Scenario as the how-to-use-video 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/4ZR0xYRMt Controlling an External Driver] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/qunMPRSsHs Coordinators in ISAT] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/xH9Paxq8RyH DDO Actions in ISAT] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/mUfQ8KHahU Demo: Assign Groups in ISAT] 
Creating and Assigning Groups to Objects for Use in External Reference Scenarios; Using External Reference Scenarios 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/Oqh2Nf3m Elements but Not Traffic Signals] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/qr0dtkLP6sJE External Control in Rehearsal Mode] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/t97OPORE Introduction to ISAT: Lesson Two, Interface Two] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/jRvPKLFRv Intro to ISAT Scenario Authoring] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/oqjmyAxZ ISAT: Lesson One] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/lslzUPjVGzw ISAT Requirements] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/gNxQll8e ISAT Elements] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/6XEBizec ISAT Elements Iconography] 
Duplication of Object Types, World vs BLI Objects, etc; Which is Better? 
[https://app.screencast.com/1gu1k3mB3vQU9 ISAT Interface 1-5] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/CowpuajIQ ISAT New Sign (1.8.5)] 
Sign Static Objects in ISAT versions 1.8.5 and Above. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/AnzyZ5zI ISAT Performance Management] 
Remove Scenario Element Using a Roadpad Trigger. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/2oZNKm6gx1 Place Object at DDO] 
Check DDO Placement Using 'Place Object At' Function. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/nosd8mFDq How to Re-use Scenario Elements] 
Duplicates info in other clips/vice versa. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/M4azbkiOL8 Scenario Author 1 until 3/28] 
Intended to be used as 1st part of Lesson 1. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/vPjNc71ndOO Scenario Scenario How-To (How to Control ADO's in ISAT] 
How to Control ADO's; Includes Forced Velocity Dialog. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/JqX02jaz9 Scenario Coordinates] 
Useful to know how to use coordinates in miniSim. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/kZix5RbR Scenario World Objects] 
Troubleshooting Object Mismatch Between Scenario and MiniSim. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/1pUzfmEPWPcm Special Actions in ISAT] 
Handling Special Actions; Handling Multiple Special Actions. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/J7HVyw9r Traffic Signals in ISAT] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/6hmNvlHYW Virtual Objects in ISAT] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/XdoOJsY6VXdP Setting Up A Signs File in ISAT] 

== ISAT Training: ==
ISAT multi-video training course for creating and modifying drive scenarios. Choose your topic from following list. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/jTdRWfzITfj Introduction to ISAT: Overview] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/kOwiguoKwqf Introduction to ISAT: The Interface] 

== Tile Mosaic Tool (TMT) Topics: ==
[https://www.screencast.com/t/TJLzawKcR TMT Basics] 
Introduction to the TMT for creating and modifying scenario roadmaps and world files. 

== TMT Trouble Shooting Topics: ==
[https://www.screencast.com/t/dZcWljIe Viewing a Tile Without Using miniSim] 
View a visual model using osgviewer 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/xBS8IS2F How to Fix Missing Objects] 
Finding and fixing a missing object (stop sign) 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/pqVii3i4 Updating TMT to Version 1.8] 
Updating TMT to version 1.8. 

== TMT Advanced Topics: ==
[https://www.screencast.com/t/qQV0mswOdN Elevation Maps] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/gE4Yejij Missing Compatible Tile] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/X5LxFU5JxHgD Coping with Missing Tile Properties] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/pmEqrTYS Changing an Existing World Layout] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/aNnnSnxjlonu Finding a Compatible Tile Model] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/sSDlA3Z7f Creating Worlds from Scratch] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/huihCwdfY Forcing a Tile Connection] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/Xowx7zStmaj Forced Connections That Do Not Work] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/ZJC3uh67c7Uk Familiarization of Tiles Using OSG Viewer] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/krPnlFdj Performance Management Techniques] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/MQJ1uOFRQy Performance Management using Level of Detail (LOD)]

NADS MiniSim™ Video Training and Knowledge Library

2025-02-25T18:56:32Z

Andrew Veit: /* MiniSim General Topics: */

== MiniSim General Topics: ==
SIMULATION BOOT CAMP! This is a 5-video series produced by our SAFER-SIM UTC Channel: 
[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O8sJPSMd4DA&t=2s Overview of Simulation] 
[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0hoeK6ByZgY Experimental Design] 
[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6bNn_mqRXJg&t=5s Scenario Design, Development, and Testing] 
[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LYZqPztwYEk&t=2331s Conducting Simulator Studies] 
[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uMb3CqVZD_w&t=2543s Data Analysis] 
There are also many other webinars available on the [https://www.youtube.com/@safer-simutc3826/videos SAFER-SIM] channel pertaining to driving safety research.

[https://app.screencast.com/collections/g000300LpEnQj2AmUyjA3cJiZhBmY Updating miniSim Software (8 video series)] Critical steps to follow in updating your miniSim software successfully to the newest version. Select and watch the Overview video first. Then cycle through remaining videos using the arrow keys below the playback window.

[https://www.screencast.com/t/ooaT2KYk6 Solving Display Problems by Editing the CCF File] 
Occasionally your displays may shift to the wrong monitor. This video shows how to move the displays back to their intended monitor by editing a simple text file.

[https://www.screencast.com/t/Thh3lWIlRY miniSim Marketing Video] 
miniSim feature highlights from our trade show video.

[https://www.screencast.com/t/qeEu6wa9 Introduction to miniSim Tools] 
miniSim software components. 

== Data Reduction & Related Topics: ==
[https://app.screencast.com/collections/g000300IYYQ6ByaPyBhuVJDLcCGY1 nDAQ Tools Training (10 video series)] 
Data processing for miniSim using nDAQ Tools. Start with the Overview video and then navigate through the remaining videos using the right/left arrows below the playback window. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/OeqDdzfKOHG DAQ File Locations] 
DAQ files are created with every drive. These files are the heart of your data collection efforts. This video shows you where those files are located and how to access them. Note that this video contains multiple chapters. You can navigate to any chapter by clicking on the
4-line icon below the playback window at bottom right. 

== ISAT Topics: ==
[https://app.screencast.com/wU1hZWKx6GVMP Using an External Reference to Re-use Scenario Elements] 
Re-use of scenario elements. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/4DClZWDhE Actions and Actions Types in ISAT] 
This video contains multiple segments; Creating Trigger Actions; Create Action; Create Multiple Actions; Create New Element; Set Default ADO Velocity; Create Traffic Signal Timing. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/hElhZrYrC Action Types in ISAT] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/W6ZcclkoT Audio Components in ISAT] 
This video contains multiple segments; Adding Custom Audio as a separate video; Audio Subsystem Components as a separate video; Using Audio in Scenario as the how-to-use-video 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/4ZR0xYRMt Controlling an External Driver] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/qunMPRSsHs Coordinators in ISAT] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/xH9Paxq8RyH DDO Actions in ISAT] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/mUfQ8KHahU Demo: Assign Groups in ISAT] 
Creating and Assigning Groups to Objects for Use in External Reference Scenarios; Using External Reference Scenarios 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/Oqh2Nf3m Elements but Not Traffic Signals] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/qr0dtkLP6sJE External Control in Rehearsal Mode] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/t97OPORE Introduction to ISAT: Lesson Two, Interface Two] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/jRvPKLFRv Intro to ISAT Scenario Authoring] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/oqjmyAxZ ISAT: Lesson One] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/lslzUPjVGzw ISAT Requirements] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/gNxQll8e ISAT Elements] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/6XEBizec ISAT Elements Iconography] 
Duplication of Object Types, World vs BLI Objects, etc; Which is Better? 
[https://app.screencast.com/1gu1k3mB3vQU9 ISAT Interface 1-5] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/CowpuajIQ ISAT New Sign (1.8.5)] 
Sign Static Objects in ISAT versions 1.8.5 and Above. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/AnzyZ5zI ISAT Performance Management] 
Remove Scenario Element Using a Roadpad Trigger. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/2oZNKm6gx1 Place Object at DDO] 
Check DDO Placement Using 'Place Object At' Function. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/nosd8mFDq How to Re-use Scenario Elements] 
Duplicates info in other clips/vice versa. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/M4azbkiOL8 Scenario Author 1 until 3/28] 
Intended to be used as 1st part of Lesson 1. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/vPjNc71ndOO Scenario Scenario How-To (How to Control ADO's in ISAT] 
How to Control ADO's; Includes Forced Velocity Dialog. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/JqX02jaz9 Scenario Coordinates] 
Useful to know how to use coordinates in miniSim. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/kZix5RbR Scenario World Objects] 
Troubleshooting Object Mismatch Between Scenario and MiniSim. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/1pUzfmEPWPcm Special Actions in ISAT] 
Handling Special Actions; Handling Multiple Special Actions. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/J7HVyw9r Traffic Signals in ISAT] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/6hmNvlHYW Virtual Objects in ISAT] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/XdoOJsY6VXdP Setting Up A Signs File in ISAT] 

== ISAT Training: ==
ISAT multi-video training course for creating and modifying drive scenarios. Choose your topic from following list. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/jTdRWfzITfj Introduction to ISAT: Overview] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/kOwiguoKwqf Introduction to ISAT: The Interface] 

== Tile Mosaic Tool (TMT) Topics: ==
[https://www.screencast.com/t/TJLzawKcR TMT Basics] 
Introduction to the TMT for creating and modifying scenario roadmaps and world files. 

== TMT Trouble Shooting Topics: ==
[https://www.screencast.com/t/dZcWljIe Viewing a Tile Without Using miniSim] 
View a visual model using osgviewer 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/xBS8IS2F How to Fix Missing Objects] 
Finding and fixing a missing object (stop sign) 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/pqVii3i4 Updating TMT to Version 1.8] 
Updating TMT to version 1.8. 

== TMT Advanced Topics: ==
[https://www.screencast.com/t/qQV0mswOdN Elevation Maps] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/gE4Yejij Missing Compatible Tile] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/X5LxFU5JxHgD Coping with Missing Tile Properties] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/pmEqrTYS Changing an Existing World Layout] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/aNnnSnxjlonu Finding a Compatible Tile Model] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/sSDlA3Z7f Creating Worlds from Scratch] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/huihCwdfY Forcing a Tile Connection] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/Xowx7zStmaj Forced Connections That Do Not Work] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/ZJC3uh67c7Uk Familiarization of Tiles Using OSG Viewer] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/krPnlFdj Performance Management Techniques] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/MQJ1uOFRQy Performance Management using Level of Detail (LOD)]

NADS MiniSim™ Video Training and Knowledge Library

2025-02-25T18:55:48Z

Andrew Veit: /* MiniSim General Topics: */

== MiniSim General Topics: ==
SIMULATION BOOT CAMP! This is a 5-video series produced by our SAFER-SIM UTC Channel: 
[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O8sJPSMd4DA&t=2s Overview of Simulation] 
[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0hoeK6ByZgY Experimental Design] 
[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6bNn_mqRXJg&t=5s Scenario Design, Development, and Testing] 
[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LYZqPztwYEk&t=2331s Conducting Simulator Studies] 
[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uMb3CqVZD_w&t=2543s Data Analysis] 
There are also many other webinars available on the [https://www.youtube.com/@safer-simutc3826/videos SAFER-SIM] channel pertaining to driving safety research.

[https://app.screencast.com/collections/g000300LpEnQj2AmUyjA3cJiZhBmY Updating miniSim Software (8 video series)] Critical steps to follow in updating your miniSim software successfully to the newest version. Select and watch the Overview video first. Then cycle through remaining videos using the arrow keys below the playback window.

[https://www.screencast.com/t/ooaT2KYk6 Solving Display Problems by Editing the CCF File] 
Occasionally your displays may shift to the wrong monitor. This video shows how to move the displays back to their intended monitor by editing a simple text file.

[https://www.screencast.com/t/Thh3lWIlRY miniSim Marketing Video] 
miniSim feature highlights from our trade show video.

[https://www.screencast.com/t/qeEu6wa9 Introduction to miniSim Tools] 
miniSim software components. 

== Data Reduction & Related Topics: ==
[https://app.screencast.com/collections/g000300IYYQ6ByaPyBhuVJDLcCGY1 nDAQ Tools Training (10 video series)] 
Data processing for miniSim using nDAQ Tools. Start with the Overview video and then navigate through the remaining videos using the right/left arrows below the playback window. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/OeqDdzfKOHG DAQ File Locations] 
DAQ files are created with every drive. These files are the heart of your data collection efforts. This video shows you where those files are located and how to access them. Note that this video contains multiple chapters. You can navigate to any chapter by clicking on the
4-line icon below the playback window at bottom right. 

== ISAT Topics: ==
[https://app.screencast.com/wU1hZWKx6GVMP Using an External Reference to Re-use Scenario Elements] 
Re-use of scenario elements. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/4DClZWDhE Actions and Actions Types in ISAT] 
This video contains multiple segments; Creating Trigger Actions; Create Action; Create Multiple Actions; Create New Element; Set Default ADO Velocity; Create Traffic Signal Timing. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/hElhZrYrC Action Types in ISAT] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/W6ZcclkoT Audio Components in ISAT] 
This video contains multiple segments; Adding Custom Audio as a separate video; Audio Subsystem Components as a separate video; Using Audio in Scenario as the how-to-use-video 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/4ZR0xYRMt Controlling an External Driver] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/qunMPRSsHs Coordinators in ISAT] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/xH9Paxq8RyH DDO Actions in ISAT] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/mUfQ8KHahU Demo: Assign Groups in ISAT] 
Creating and Assigning Groups to Objects for Use in External Reference Scenarios; Using External Reference Scenarios 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/Oqh2Nf3m Elements but Not Traffic Signals] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/qr0dtkLP6sJE External Control in Rehearsal Mode] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/t97OPORE Introduction to ISAT: Lesson Two, Interface Two] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/jRvPKLFRv Intro to ISAT Scenario Authoring] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/oqjmyAxZ ISAT: Lesson One] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/lslzUPjVGzw ISAT Requirements] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/gNxQll8e ISAT Elements] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/6XEBizec ISAT Elements Iconography] 
Duplication of Object Types, World vs BLI Objects, etc; Which is Better? 
[https://app.screencast.com/1gu1k3mB3vQU9 ISAT Interface 1-5] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/CowpuajIQ ISAT New Sign (1.8.5)] 
Sign Static Objects in ISAT versions 1.8.5 and Above. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/AnzyZ5zI ISAT Performance Management] 
Remove Scenario Element Using a Roadpad Trigger. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/2oZNKm6gx1 Place Object at DDO] 
Check DDO Placement Using 'Place Object At' Function. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/nosd8mFDq How to Re-use Scenario Elements] 
Duplicates info in other clips/vice versa. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/M4azbkiOL8 Scenario Author 1 until 3/28] 
Intended to be used as 1st part of Lesson 1. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/vPjNc71ndOO Scenario Scenario How-To (How to Control ADO's in ISAT] 
How to Control ADO's; Includes Forced Velocity Dialog. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/JqX02jaz9 Scenario Coordinates] 
Useful to know how to use coordinates in miniSim. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/kZix5RbR Scenario World Objects] 
Troubleshooting Object Mismatch Between Scenario and MiniSim. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/1pUzfmEPWPcm Special Actions in ISAT] 
Handling Special Actions; Handling Multiple Special Actions. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/J7HVyw9r Traffic Signals in ISAT] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/6hmNvlHYW Virtual Objects in ISAT] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/XdoOJsY6VXdP Setting Up A Signs File in ISAT] 

== ISAT Training: ==
ISAT multi-video training course for creating and modifying drive scenarios. Choose your topic from following list. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/jTdRWfzITfj Introduction to ISAT: Overview] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/kOwiguoKwqf Introduction to ISAT: The Interface] 

== Tile Mosaic Tool (TMT) Topics: ==
[https://www.screencast.com/t/TJLzawKcR TMT Basics] 
Introduction to the TMT for creating and modifying scenario roadmaps and world files. 

== TMT Trouble Shooting Topics: ==
[https://www.screencast.com/t/dZcWljIe Viewing a Tile Without Using miniSim] 
View a visual model using osgviewer 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/xBS8IS2F How to Fix Missing Objects] 
Finding and fixing a missing object (stop sign) 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/pqVii3i4 Updating TMT to Version 1.8] 
Updating TMT to version 1.8. 

== TMT Advanced Topics: ==
[https://www.screencast.com/t/qQV0mswOdN Elevation Maps] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/gE4Yejij Missing Compatible Tile] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/X5LxFU5JxHgD Coping with Missing Tile Properties] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/pmEqrTYS Changing an Existing World Layout] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/aNnnSnxjlonu Finding a Compatible Tile Model] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/sSDlA3Z7f Creating Worlds from Scratch] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/huihCwdfY Forcing a Tile Connection] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/Xowx7zStmaj Forced Connections That Do Not Work] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/ZJC3uh67c7Uk Familiarization of Tiles Using OSG Viewer] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/krPnlFdj Performance Management Techniques] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/MQJ1uOFRQy Performance Management using Level of Detail (LOD)]

NADS MiniSim™ Video Training and Knowledge Library

2025-02-25T18:55:07Z

Andrew Veit: /* MiniSim General Topics: */

== MiniSim General Topics: ==
SIMULATION BOOT CAMP! This is a 5-video series produced by our SAFER-SIM UTC Channel: 
[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O8sJPSMd4DA&t=2s Overview of Simulation] 
[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0hoeK6ByZgY Experimental Design] 
[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6bNn_mqRXJg&t=5s Scenario Design, Development, and Testing] 
[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LYZqPztwYEk&t=2331s Conducting Simulator Studies] 
[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uMb3CqVZD_w&t=2543s Data Analysis] 
There are also many other webinars available on the [https://www.youtube.com/@safer-simutc3826/videos SAFER-SIM] channel pertaining to driving safety research.

[https://app.screencast.com/collections/g000300LpEnQj2AmUyjA3cJiZhBmY Updating miniSim Software (8 video series)] Critical steps to follow in updating your miniSim software successfully to the newest version. Select and watch the Overview video first. Then cycle through remaining videos using the arrow keys below the playback window.

[https://www.screencast.com/t/ooaT2KYk6 Solving Display Problems by Editing the CCF File] 
Occasionally your displays may shift to the wrong monitor. This video shows how to move the displays back to their intended monitor by editing a simple text file.

[https://www.screencast.com/t/Thh3lWIlRY miniSim Marketing Video] 
miniSim feature highlights from our trade show video.

[https://www.screencast.com/t/qeEu6wa9 Introduction to miniSim Tools] 
miniSim software components. 

== Data Reduction & Related Topics: ==
[https://app.screencast.com/collections/g000300IYYQ6ByaPyBhuVJDLcCGY1 nDAQ Tools Training (10 video series)] 
Data processing for miniSim using nDAQ Tools. Start with the Overview video and then navigate through the remaining videos using the right/left arrows below the playback window. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/OeqDdzfKOHG DAQ File Locations] 
DAQ files are created with every drive. These files are the heart of your data collection efforts. This video shows you where those files are located and how to access them. Note that this video contains multiple chapters. You can navigate to any chapter by clicking on the
4-line icon below the playback window at bottom right. 

== ISAT Topics: ==
[https://app.screencast.com/wU1hZWKx6GVMP Using an External Reference to Re-use Scenario Elements] 
Re-use of scenario elements. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/4DClZWDhE Actions and Actions Types in ISAT] 
This video contains multiple segments; Creating Trigger Actions; Create Action; Create Multiple Actions; Create New Element; Set Default ADO Velocity; Create Traffic Signal Timing. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/hElhZrYrC Action Types in ISAT] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/W6ZcclkoT Audio Components in ISAT] 
This video contains multiple segments; Adding Custom Audio as a separate video; Audio Subsystem Components as a separate video; Using Audio in Scenario as the how-to-use-video 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/4ZR0xYRMt Controlling an External Driver] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/qunMPRSsHs Coordinators in ISAT] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/xH9Paxq8RyH DDO Actions in ISAT] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/mUfQ8KHahU Demo: Assign Groups in ISAT] 
Creating and Assigning Groups to Objects for Use in External Reference Scenarios; Using External Reference Scenarios 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/Oqh2Nf3m Elements but Not Traffic Signals] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/qr0dtkLP6sJE External Control in Rehearsal Mode] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/t97OPORE Introduction to ISAT: Lesson Two, Interface Two] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/jRvPKLFRv Intro to ISAT Scenario Authoring] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/oqjmyAxZ ISAT: Lesson One] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/lslzUPjVGzw ISAT Requirements] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/gNxQll8e ISAT Elements] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/6XEBizec ISAT Elements Iconography] 
Duplication of Object Types, World vs BLI Objects, etc; Which is Better? 
[https://app.screencast.com/1gu1k3mB3vQU9 ISAT Interface 1-5] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/CowpuajIQ ISAT New Sign (1.8.5)] 
Sign Static Objects in ISAT versions 1.8.5 and Above. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/AnzyZ5zI ISAT Performance Management] 
Remove Scenario Element Using a Roadpad Trigger. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/2oZNKm6gx1 Place Object at DDO] 
Check DDO Placement Using 'Place Object At' Function. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/nosd8mFDq How to Re-use Scenario Elements] 
Duplicates info in other clips/vice versa. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/M4azbkiOL8 Scenario Author 1 until 3/28] 
Intended to be used as 1st part of Lesson 1. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/vPjNc71ndOO Scenario Scenario How-To (How to Control ADO's in ISAT] 
How to Control ADO's; Includes Forced Velocity Dialog. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/JqX02jaz9 Scenario Coordinates] 
Useful to know how to use coordinates in miniSim. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/kZix5RbR Scenario World Objects] 
Troubleshooting Object Mismatch Between Scenario and MiniSim. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/1pUzfmEPWPcm Special Actions in ISAT] 
Handling Special Actions; Handling Multiple Special Actions. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/J7HVyw9r Traffic Signals in ISAT] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/6hmNvlHYW Virtual Objects in ISAT] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/XdoOJsY6VXdP Setting Up A Signs File in ISAT] 

== ISAT Training: ==
ISAT multi-video training course for creating and modifying drive scenarios. Choose your topic from following list. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/jTdRWfzITfj Introduction to ISAT: Overview] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/kOwiguoKwqf Introduction to ISAT: The Interface] 

== Tile Mosaic Tool (TMT) Topics: ==
[https://www.screencast.com/t/TJLzawKcR TMT Basics] 
Introduction to the TMT for creating and modifying scenario roadmaps and world files. 

== TMT Trouble Shooting Topics: ==
[https://www.screencast.com/t/dZcWljIe Viewing a Tile Without Using miniSim] 
View a visual model using osgviewer 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/xBS8IS2F How to Fix Missing Objects] 
Finding and fixing a missing object (stop sign) 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/pqVii3i4 Updating TMT to Version 1.8] 
Updating TMT to version 1.8. 

== TMT Advanced Topics: ==
[https://www.screencast.com/t/qQV0mswOdN Elevation Maps] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/gE4Yejij Missing Compatible Tile] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/X5LxFU5JxHgD Coping with Missing Tile Properties] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/pmEqrTYS Changing an Existing World Layout] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/aNnnSnxjlonu Finding a Compatible Tile Model] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/sSDlA3Z7f Creating Worlds from Scratch] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/huihCwdfY Forcing a Tile Connection] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/Xowx7zStmaj Forced Connections That Do Not Work] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/ZJC3uh67c7Uk Familiarization of Tiles Using OSG Viewer] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/krPnlFdj Performance Management Techniques] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/MQJ1uOFRQy Performance Management using Level of Detail (LOD)]

NADS MiniSim™ Video Training and Knowledge Library

2025-02-25T18:49:23Z

Andrew Veit: /* MiniSim General Topics: */

== MiniSim General Topics: ==
SIMULATION BOOT CAMP! This is a 5-video series produced by our SAFER-SIM UTC Channel: 
[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O8sJPSMd4DA&t=2s Overview of Simulation
Experimental Design] 
Scenario Design, Development, and Testing 
Conducting Simulator Studies 
Data Analysis 

[https://app.screencast.com/collections/g000300LpEnQj2AmUyjA3cJiZhBmY Updating miniSim Software (8 video series)] Critical steps to follow in updating your miniSim software successfully to the newest version. Select and watch the Overview video first. Then cycle through remaining videos using the arrow keys below the playback window.

[https://www.screencast.com/t/ooaT2KYk6 Solving Display Problems by Editing the CCF File] 
Occasionally your displays may shift to the wrong monitor. This video shows how to move the displays back to their intended monitor by editing a simple text file.

[https://www.screencast.com/t/Thh3lWIlRY miniSim Marketing Video] 
miniSim feature highlights from our trade show video.

[https://www.screencast.com/t/qeEu6wa9 Introduction to miniSim Tools] 
miniSim software components. 

== Data Reduction & Related Topics: ==
[https://app.screencast.com/collections/g000300IYYQ6ByaPyBhuVJDLcCGY1 nDAQ Tools Training (10 video series)] 
Data processing for miniSim using nDAQ Tools. Start with the Overview video and then navigate through the remaining videos using the right/left arrows below the playback window. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/OeqDdzfKOHG DAQ File Locations] 
DAQ files are created with every drive. These files are the heart of your data collection efforts. This video shows you where those files are located and how to access them. Note that this video contains multiple chapters. You can navigate to any chapter by clicking on the
4-line icon below the playback window at bottom right. 

== ISAT Topics: ==
[https://app.screencast.com/wU1hZWKx6GVMP Using an External Reference to Re-use Scenario Elements] 
Re-use of scenario elements. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/4DClZWDhE Actions and Actions Types in ISAT] 
This video contains multiple segments; Creating Trigger Actions; Create Action; Create Multiple Actions; Create New Element; Set Default ADO Velocity; Create Traffic Signal Timing. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/hElhZrYrC Action Types in ISAT] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/W6ZcclkoT Audio Components in ISAT] 
This video contains multiple segments; Adding Custom Audio as a separate video; Audio Subsystem Components as a separate video; Using Audio in Scenario as the how-to-use-video 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/4ZR0xYRMt Controlling an External Driver] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/qunMPRSsHs Coordinators in ISAT] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/xH9Paxq8RyH DDO Actions in ISAT] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/mUfQ8KHahU Demo: Assign Groups in ISAT] 
Creating and Assigning Groups to Objects for Use in External Reference Scenarios; Using External Reference Scenarios 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/Oqh2Nf3m Elements but Not Traffic Signals] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/qr0dtkLP6sJE External Control in Rehearsal Mode] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/t97OPORE Introduction to ISAT: Lesson Two, Interface Two] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/jRvPKLFRv Intro to ISAT Scenario Authoring] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/oqjmyAxZ ISAT: Lesson One] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/lslzUPjVGzw ISAT Requirements] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/gNxQll8e ISAT Elements] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/6XEBizec ISAT Elements Iconography] 
Duplication of Object Types, World vs BLI Objects, etc; Which is Better? 
[https://app.screencast.com/1gu1k3mB3vQU9 ISAT Interface 1-5] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/CowpuajIQ ISAT New Sign (1.8.5)] 
Sign Static Objects in ISAT versions 1.8.5 and Above. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/AnzyZ5zI ISAT Performance Management] 
Remove Scenario Element Using a Roadpad Trigger. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/2oZNKm6gx1 Place Object at DDO] 
Check DDO Placement Using 'Place Object At' Function. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/nosd8mFDq How to Re-use Scenario Elements] 
Duplicates info in other clips/vice versa. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/M4azbkiOL8 Scenario Author 1 until 3/28] 
Intended to be used as 1st part of Lesson 1. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/vPjNc71ndOO Scenario Scenario How-To (How to Control ADO's in ISAT] 
How to Control ADO's; Includes Forced Velocity Dialog. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/JqX02jaz9 Scenario Coordinates] 
Useful to know how to use coordinates in miniSim. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/kZix5RbR Scenario World Objects] 
Troubleshooting Object Mismatch Between Scenario and MiniSim. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/1pUzfmEPWPcm Special Actions in ISAT] 
Handling Special Actions; Handling Multiple Special Actions. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/J7HVyw9r Traffic Signals in ISAT] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/6hmNvlHYW Virtual Objects in ISAT] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/XdoOJsY6VXdP Setting Up A Signs File in ISAT] 

== ISAT Training: ==
ISAT multi-video training course for creating and modifying drive scenarios. Choose your topic from following list. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/jTdRWfzITfj Introduction to ISAT: Overview] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/kOwiguoKwqf Introduction to ISAT: The Interface] 

== Tile Mosaic Tool (TMT) Topics: ==
[https://www.screencast.com/t/TJLzawKcR TMT Basics] 
Introduction to the TMT for creating and modifying scenario roadmaps and world files. 

== TMT Trouble Shooting Topics: ==
[https://www.screencast.com/t/dZcWljIe Viewing a Tile Without Using miniSim] 
View a visual model using osgviewer 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/xBS8IS2F How to Fix Missing Objects] 
Finding and fixing a missing object (stop sign) 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/pqVii3i4 Updating TMT to Version 1.8] 
Updating TMT to version 1.8. 

== TMT Advanced Topics: ==
[https://www.screencast.com/t/qQV0mswOdN Elevation Maps] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/gE4Yejij Missing Compatible Tile] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/X5LxFU5JxHgD Coping with Missing Tile Properties] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/pmEqrTYS Changing an Existing World Layout] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/aNnnSnxjlonu Finding a Compatible Tile Model] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/sSDlA3Z7f Creating Worlds from Scratch] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/huihCwdfY Forcing a Tile Connection] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/Xowx7zStmaj Forced Connections That Do Not Work] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/ZJC3uh67c7Uk Familiarization of Tiles Using OSG Viewer] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/krPnlFdj Performance Management Techniques] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/MQJ1uOFRQy Performance Management using Level of Detail (LOD)]

NADS MiniSim™ Video Training and Knowledge Library

2025-02-25T18:48:01Z

Andrew Veit: /* MiniSim General Topics: */

== MiniSim General Topics: ==
SIMULATION BOOT CAMP! This is a 5-video series produced by our SAFER-SIM UTC Channel: 
[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O8sJPSMd4DA&t=2s Overview of Simulation
Experimental Design]
Scenario Design, Development, and Testing
Conducting Simulator Studies
Data Analysis

[https://app.screencast.com/collections/g000300LpEnQj2AmUyjA3cJiZhBmY Updating miniSim Software (8 video series)] Critical steps to follow in updating your miniSim software successfully to the newest version. Select and watch the Overview video first. Then cycle through remaining videos using the arrow keys below the playback window.

[https://www.screencast.com/t/ooaT2KYk6 Solving Display Problems by Editing the CCF File] 
Occasionally your displays may shift to the wrong monitor. This video shows how to move the displays back to their intended monitor by editing a simple text file.

[https://www.screencast.com/t/Thh3lWIlRY miniSim Marketing Video] 
miniSim feature highlights from our trade show video.

[https://www.screencast.com/t/qeEu6wa9 Introduction to miniSim Tools] 
miniSim software components. 

== Data Reduction & Related Topics: ==
[https://app.screencast.com/collections/g000300IYYQ6ByaPyBhuVJDLcCGY1 nDAQ Tools Training (10 video series)] 
Data processing for miniSim using nDAQ Tools. Start with the Overview video and then navigate through the remaining videos using the right/left arrows below the playback window. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/OeqDdzfKOHG DAQ File Locations] 
DAQ files are created with every drive. These files are the heart of your data collection efforts. This video shows you where those files are located and how to access them. Note that this video contains multiple chapters. You can navigate to any chapter by clicking on the
4-line icon below the playback window at bottom right. 

== ISAT Topics: ==
[https://app.screencast.com/wU1hZWKx6GVMP Using an External Reference to Re-use Scenario Elements] 
Re-use of scenario elements. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/4DClZWDhE Actions and Actions Types in ISAT] 
This video contains multiple segments; Creating Trigger Actions; Create Action; Create Multiple Actions; Create New Element; Set Default ADO Velocity; Create Traffic Signal Timing. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/hElhZrYrC Action Types in ISAT] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/W6ZcclkoT Audio Components in ISAT] 
This video contains multiple segments; Adding Custom Audio as a separate video; Audio Subsystem Components as a separate video; Using Audio in Scenario as the how-to-use-video 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/4ZR0xYRMt Controlling an External Driver] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/qunMPRSsHs Coordinators in ISAT] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/xH9Paxq8RyH DDO Actions in ISAT] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/mUfQ8KHahU Demo: Assign Groups in ISAT] 
Creating and Assigning Groups to Objects for Use in External Reference Scenarios; Using External Reference Scenarios 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/Oqh2Nf3m Elements but Not Traffic Signals] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/qr0dtkLP6sJE External Control in Rehearsal Mode] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/t97OPORE Introduction to ISAT: Lesson Two, Interface Two] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/jRvPKLFRv Intro to ISAT Scenario Authoring] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/oqjmyAxZ ISAT: Lesson One] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/lslzUPjVGzw ISAT Requirements] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/gNxQll8e ISAT Elements] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/6XEBizec ISAT Elements Iconography] 
Duplication of Object Types, World vs BLI Objects, etc; Which is Better? 
[https://app.screencast.com/1gu1k3mB3vQU9 ISAT Interface 1-5] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/CowpuajIQ ISAT New Sign (1.8.5)] 
Sign Static Objects in ISAT versions 1.8.5 and Above. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/AnzyZ5zI ISAT Performance Management] 
Remove Scenario Element Using a Roadpad Trigger. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/2oZNKm6gx1 Place Object at DDO] 
Check DDO Placement Using 'Place Object At' Function. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/nosd8mFDq How to Re-use Scenario Elements] 
Duplicates info in other clips/vice versa. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/M4azbkiOL8 Scenario Author 1 until 3/28] 
Intended to be used as 1st part of Lesson 1. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/vPjNc71ndOO Scenario Scenario How-To (How to Control ADO's in ISAT] 
How to Control ADO's; Includes Forced Velocity Dialog. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/JqX02jaz9 Scenario Coordinates] 
Useful to know how to use coordinates in miniSim. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/kZix5RbR Scenario World Objects] 
Troubleshooting Object Mismatch Between Scenario and MiniSim. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/1pUzfmEPWPcm Special Actions in ISAT] 
Handling Special Actions; Handling Multiple Special Actions. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/J7HVyw9r Traffic Signals in ISAT] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/6hmNvlHYW Virtual Objects in ISAT] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/XdoOJsY6VXdP Setting Up A Signs File in ISAT] 

== ISAT Training: ==
ISAT multi-video training course for creating and modifying drive scenarios. Choose your topic from following list. 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/jTdRWfzITfj Introduction to ISAT: Overview] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/kOwiguoKwqf Introduction to ISAT: The Interface] 

== Tile Mosaic Tool (TMT) Topics: ==
[https://www.screencast.com/t/TJLzawKcR TMT Basics] 
Introduction to the TMT for creating and modifying scenario roadmaps and world files. 

== TMT Trouble Shooting Topics: ==
[https://www.screencast.com/t/dZcWljIe Viewing a Tile Without Using miniSim] 
View a visual model using osgviewer 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/xBS8IS2F How to Fix Missing Objects] 
Finding and fixing a missing object (stop sign) 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/pqVii3i4 Updating TMT to Version 1.8] 
Updating TMT to version 1.8. 

== TMT Advanced Topics: ==
[https://www.screencast.com/t/qQV0mswOdN Elevation Maps] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/gE4Yejij Missing Compatible Tile] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/X5LxFU5JxHgD Coping with Missing Tile Properties] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/pmEqrTYS Changing an Existing World Layout] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/aNnnSnxjlonu Finding a Compatible Tile Model] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/sSDlA3Z7f Creating Worlds from Scratch] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/huihCwdfY Forcing a Tile Connection] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/Xowx7zStmaj Forced Connections That Do Not Work] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/ZJC3uh67c7Uk Familiarization of Tiles Using OSG Viewer] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/krPnlFdj Performance Management Techniques] 
[https://www.screencast.com/t/MQJ1uOFRQy Performance Management using Level of Detail (LOD)]

Half Cab miniSim

2025-01-09T16:40:18Z

Andrew Veit:

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This is our flagship miniSim, constructed from vehicle, cut behind the B-pillars and finished to a high standard. These systems often have custom modifications to permit installation in the desired location by fitting into freight elevators and through hallways.

All automobile controls, functions and features are retained. Display options include 180-degree projection screen.

As close to real as it gets.
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==miniSim™ Driving Simulator Description==
General Architecture The driving simulator described in this document represents an advanced, flexible, and reliable driving simulator for the research needs of any high level research facility. The technology contained in the simulator represents over 25 years of simulator software development by the professional staff at the University of Iowa Driving Safety Research Institute (DSRI), home of the National Advanced Driving Simulator (NADS-1), and leverages the software and experience behind the world-renown NADS-1 and NADS-2 simulators and the more recently developed miniSim™ simulator system.
 
==miniSim™ Software and PC==
The software delivered with all miniSim simulators consists of the following tools:
* The Tile Mosaic Tool (TMT) for assembling a road network from a library of over 450 road and landscape segments called ‘Tiles’. You use the TMT to connect them together and export a complete road network to the ISAT and miniSim. DSRI can also create new tiles or modify existing ones to meet your specific needs.
* The Interactive Scenario Authoring Tool (ISAT) for building scenarios on the assembled database. The ISAT is windows-based and does not require scripting.
* The miniSim runs the scenario on the assembled database and provides both real-time measures and a comprehensive data acquisition file for post-processing in Matlab.
* The nDaqTools are DSRI-design interfaces for Matlab to define the measures to be calculated, and to organize and control the data reduction process.
 
The typical miniSim™ PC hardware specification is as follows:
* Rackmount PC case
* Windows 11 Pro
* Intel Core i9 Processor
* 2 SSD in RAID 1 configuration (1 Tb ea, 1 Tb usable)
* 32 GB DDR4 SDRAM
* NVIDIA Quadro A5000 and T1000 GPUs

 The minSim electronics are mounted in a 19” rack and include:
* miniSim PC
* Optional miniSim VidCap video capture system
* Uninterruptable power supply (UPS)
* Audio amplifiers for speakers and Tactile Transducers 
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==Half Cab Simulator==
Please refer to the Technical Description for details about the miniSim™ Research Driving Simulator. The miniSim is supplied with dynamics models for the following vehicles: Ford Taurus, Chevy Malibu, BMW 330i, Ford Excursion (RWD, AWD), Ford F150 (RWD, AWD), and Toyota Venza (with and without ABS and ESC). Each vehicle model is equipped with an appropriate graphic for the LCD dashboard display.

Cab characteristics:
* Constructed from a donor car (Hyundai Sonata, etc ) or customer-supplied vehicle.
* Modified as required to accept miniSim active steering loader, pedal loader, and interface electronics.
* Mounted on casters and leveling feet. May be floor anchored for seismic requirements.
* [https://www.nads-sc.uiowa.edu/minisim/wiki/index.php?title=Infotainment_System Infotainment System]
* Adjustable Mirrors
* Audio and Tactile Cues
* Optional [https://www.nads-sc.uiowa.edu/minisim/wiki/index.php?title=Motion_Base_Option Motion System]
 
'''Photos of similar cabs:'''
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'''The cab’s electromechanical characteristics are:'''
* Utilizes an ulta-wide LCD display for instrument cluster
* Utilizes industrial I/O boards for capturing driver inputs (steering, brake, buttons, etc)
* The following switch inputs are instrumented
** Left/Right Turn Signals
** Hazard Switch
** Horn
** Headlight on/off
** High-beam on/off
** Wiper on/off
** ACC and Advanced Automation
** Seatbelt switch
** Parking brake
** Ignition Key or Button
** Brake pedal force and displacement
** Accelerator pedal displacement
** The steering wheel angle
* The stock audio speaker locations are retained
* Subwoofer mounted under hood and in passenger compartment
* Tactile transducers under floor and firewall
 
==Display System==
The proposed display system is comprised of the following
* Three general options are available:
** Cylindrical soft screen of about 10 ft radius, with 1920 x 1080 projectors
** Three flat projection displays with 9ft radius, with 1920 x 1080 projectors
** Large LCD displays (75, 85 and 100 inch)
* One 116” rear projection screen with 1920 x 1080 projector
* The miniSim PC will perform the warping/blending
 
==Costs: Half cab miniSim™:==
Cost of the half cab miniSim™ varies widely depending on the host vehicle used and the particular configuration desired. Historically average costs have been $250k-$500k including onsite installation and training. Please call for exact quote.
 
'''Shipping:'''
*'''Customer pays shipping''' (FOB Iowa City, freight collect)
 
==Schedule:==
* Half Cab production time is typically '''8 months'''. Lead times are from the date of the Award Activation Notice issued by the Department of Sponsored Programs (DSP).
 
'''NOTES:'''
* The option exists for the user to supply some of the parts according to a DSRI-supplied shopping list.
* Shipping is not included. The customer pays the freight company directly.
* Alternative shipping options include:
** UPS Parcel Service for Desktop systems.
** Simplified, Quarter, and Half Cab systems may be moved by Padded Mover. Cost can be advantageous over traditional crating and LTL freight.
** Overseas shipment by air or surface freight
* Technical specs may change at any time due to hardware changes or availability.

Half Cab miniSim

2025-01-09T16:39:15Z

Andrew Veit:

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D-Box Technologies Inc

2024-02-28T23:11:19Z

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[https://www.d-box.com/en/products/simulation-and-training]

Motion Base Option

2024-02-28T23:08:25Z

Andrew Veit:

New or existing miniSims can be equipped with a compact high performance motion system from D-Box Technologies Inc.[https://www.d-box.com/en/products/simulation-and-training].

Compact, durable actuators installed on the cab frame provide motion cues to the operator (heave, roll, pitch), as well as vibration cues representing road surface texture (gravel, concrete, asphalt), vehicle speed, and engine RPM. These cues combine to create an immersive driving experience for the vehicle operator, enhancing control of the vehicle and increasing operator comfort.

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The system has the following specifications:
<ul><li>3 degrees of freedom: Heave, roll, pitch</li>
<li>Small, compact vertical actuators:</li>
<ul><li>Three actuators for Simplified Cab systems</li>
<li>Four actuators for Quarter Cab systems</li></ul>
<li>Actuator specifications:</li>
<ul><li>Capacity: 250 lb [112 kg] each</li>
<li>Stroke: 1.5 inch [38 mm]</li>
<li>Power: 120 VAC, 60 Hz, 3.5 A (3 actuators) 5.0 A (4 actuators)</li></ul>
<li>Road surface types: gravel, concrete, asphalt</li>
<li>Engine vibration</li>
<li>Tuning menu with save/recall of motion parameters</li>
<li>Emergency Stop buttons within reach of the driver and operator</li>
<li>Easily added to existing systems; the cab’s height and relationship to monitors is not affected.</li></ul>

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Motion Base Option

2024-02-28T22:34:49Z

Andrew Veit:

New or existing miniSims can be equipped with a compact high performance motion system from D-Box Technologies Inc. [https://www.d-box.com/en/products/simulation-and-training].

Compact, durable actuators installed on the cab frame provide motion cues to the operator (heave, roll, pitch), as well as vibration cues representing road surface texture (gravel, concrete, asphalt), vehicle speed, and engine RPM. These cues combine to create an immersive driving experience for the vehicle operator, enhancing control of the vehicle and increasing operator comfort.

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The system has the following specifications:
<ul><li>3 degrees of freedom: Heave, roll, pitch</li>
<li>Small, compact vertical actuators:</li>
<ul><li>Three actuators for Simplified Cab systems</li>
<li>Four actuators for Quarter Cab systems</li></ul>
<li>Actuator specifications:</li>
<ul><li>Capacity: 250 lb [112 kg] each</li>
<li>Stroke: 1.5 inch [38 mm]</li>
<li>Power: 120 VAC, 60 Hz, 3.5 A (3 actuators) 5.0 A (4 actuators)</li></ul>
<li>Road surface types: gravel, concrete, asphalt</li>
<li>Engine vibration</li>
<li>Tuning menu with save/recall of motion parameters</li>
<li>Emergency Stop buttons within reach of the driver and operator</li>
<li>Easily added to existing systems; the cab’s height and relationship to monitors is not affected.</li></ul>

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Simplified Cab miniSim

2022-10-04T17:33:53Z

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The Simplified Cab miniSim configuration consists of an anodized aluminum chassis with carpet, stationery wheel and pedals, real car seat, plenty of driver controls and multiple display options.

Our most popular driving simulator.
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==NADS miniSim™ Driving Simulators==
The NADS miniSim™ is a PC-based driving simulator. The software and hardware have been developed by NADS to facilitate a wide variety of research applications.

Every effort has been made to build and deliver a high-value, reliable, simulator system. An added benefit is that all the software tools are the same tools used by NADS staff on a daily basis for conducting driving and related research. This ensures a deep knowledge base, ongoing support, and continuous improvement by users who understand your research needs. Our software tools are available at no charge and deliver flexible, high performance simulation technology in any cab configuration.
 
==NADS miniSim™ Software and PC==
The software delivered with all miniSim simulators consists of the following tools:
* The Tile Mosaic Tool (TMT) for assembling a road network from a library of 95 road/landscape segments called ‘Tiles’. You use the TMT to connect them together, control LODs, and export a complete database to the ISAT and miniSim. NADS can also create new tiles or modify existing ones to meet your specific needs.
* The Interactive Scenario Authoring Tool (ISAT) for building scenarios on the assembled database. The ISAT is windows-based and does not require scripting.
* The miniSim runs the scenario on the assembled database and provides both real-time measures and a comprehensive data acquisition file for post-processing in Matlab.
* The nDaqTools are NADS-design interfaces for Matlab to define the measures to be calculated, and to organize and control the data reduction process.
 
The typical miniSim™ PC hardware specification is as follows:
* Tower case
* Windows 10 Pro
* ASUS ASRock X99X Killer Motherboard
* Intel Core i7 3.6GHz 6-Core Processor
* 2 SSD in RAID (500 Gb ea, 500 Gb usable)
* 32 GB DDR4 SDRAM
* NVidia GeForce GTX 1080 and GTX 1050Ti GPUs
 
==Description: Simplified Cab miniSim™ Driving Simulator==
The miniSim Simplified cab is a driving cab with the following features:
* NADS miniSim computer loaded and tested prior to shipment
* LCD dashboard display for the instrument cluster
* Automotive seat
* Tilt wheel adjustment
* Enhanced Fanatec Wheel Base with leather wrapped wheel
* Fanatec all metal Pedals with Load Cell option
* 6 Wheel buttons that can be used for driver response, look left/right, shoulder check left/right
* Labeled buttons for Engine Start, Gear Select, Wipers, Hazard, Mirrors, Headlights, and two Auxiliary Buttons
* Tactile transducer and amplifier provides road/engine vibration
* A 24” operator display with USB Extension for keyboard and mouse
* Software as described in the separate UIRF Software Transfer Agreement:
** NADS miniSim™ real-time driving simulation software
** NADS ISAT™ scenario authoring tool for creating/modifying scenarios
** NADS TMT™ virtual environment authoring tool with 92 sample tiles
** NADS nDaqTools and GUI for Matlab to assist in Data Reduction
* Tile Mosaic Tool software per the separate Rockwell Collins agreement:
** NADS TMT™ virtual environment authoring tool with 92 sample tiles
 The following '''options''' are available:
* Three front 24 inch monitors
* Three front 50 inch monitors
* Single display (50 inch to 65 inch or more)
* Standing Desk
* ECCI Trackstar 6000 wheel (350mm wheel, 250-deg rotation only, passive spring-damper)
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File:Simplified_Cab.jpg|Simplified Cab shown with triple floor standing monitor stand and 48" LCD monitors.
File:Simplified_Cab_2v3.png|Simplified Cab shown with single monitor stand and 46" LCD monitor.
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File:Simplified_Cab_4.png|13" Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel
File:Button_Box_1.jpg|Button Box 1: mirrors; lights and Aux buttons
File:Button_Box_2.jpg|Button Box 2: starter; gear selector; wipers and hazards
{...}
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File:Fanatec_Wheel.jpg|13" Steering Wheel with 6 Buttons
File:Fanatec_Base_v2.png|Fanatec ClubSport Wheel Base
File:Fanatec_Pedals_v2.png|Fanatec CSL Elite Pedals
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</gallery>
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File:Simplified_Cab_3.jpg|Simplified Cab with single monitor stand and 48" LCD monitor.
File:Simplified_Cab_5.jpg|Simplified Cab shown with triple monitor stand and 24" LCD monitors.
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==Dimensions and Specifications==
[[File:Quarter-cab-simplified-cab-dimensions.png|500px]]

==Costs: Simplified Cab==
'''Simplified Cab miniSim™ '''
 '''Includes:'''
*miniSim Computer - Tower Case
*Enhanced Fanatec Wheel and Pedals
*Fanatec Loadcell Brake Upgrade
*Button Boxes (L and R)
*Tilt Wheel Adjustment
*Automotive Black Vinyl Seat
*Tactile Transducer and Amplifier
*18" Instrument Panel Display
*2.1 Audio (Front L/R and Subwoofer)
*Tactile Transducer and Amplifier
 '''Choose Display Type (choose 1):'''
 
*'''(3) 48" LED LCD and Stand '''
**''15' DVI cables''
**''Matrox Triple Head Adapter''
*'''(3) 24" LED LCD and Stand '''
**''10' DVI Cables''
**''Matrox Triple Head Adapter''
*'''(1) 48" LED LCD and Stand '''
**''15' DVI cables''
 
'''Choose Installation and Training (choose 1):'''
 
*'''On-Site Installation, 2-days onsite'''
**''On-Site Assembly of Simulators and Accessories''
**''Training on hardware and all software''
**''ISAT and nDAQTools remotely''
*'''Training at NADS or Remotely'''
**''Desktop system ONLY''
**''Training remotely via web meeting for miniSim, TMT, nDAQTools, and ISAT''
 
'''Crating:'''
 
*'''''Simplified Cab with 3x24" Displays '''''
*'''''Simplified Cab with 3x48" Displays '''''
 
'''Shipping:'''
*'''Customer pays shipping''' (FOB Iowa City, freight collect)
 
'''Options:'''
 
*'''NADS Infotainment System '''
**''Touchscreen and Mounting Hardware''
**''NUC Processor''
**''Toyota Entune or Tesla 3 Skin 
*'''NADS Video Capture System (HD SDI Cameras) '''
**''HD SDI Cameras, MD-Quad, PC, LCD Display, Mouse and Keyboard''
**''NADS VidCap Software Installed and tested''
**''12U Rack for miniSim and VidCap PCs''
*'''NADS Springfield Road Network '''

*'''NADS Video Monitor Only (HD SDI Cameras) '''
**''HD SDI Cameras, MD-Quad, LCD Display''
**''Relay Left, Right, Center, Instrument Panel Video on Operator Display''
**''Splitters, HDMI to SDI converters, MD-Quad''
*'''Advanced Automation Features Support '''
**''Support and Sample Scenarios for miniSim Automation''
**''Virtual World API''
**''NADS AutoDriver™ Vehicle Automation''
**''User-Defined Subsystems''

*'''Remote Refresher Training (ISAT only) '''
*'''Standing Desk '''
 

==Schedule:==
* Simplified Cab production time is '''12-14 weeks'''. Lead times for the miniSim Simplified Cab configuration are from the date of the Award Activation Notice issued by the Department of Sponsored Programs (DSP).
 
'''NOTES:'''
* The option exists for the user to supply some of the parts according to a NADS-supplied shopping list.
* Shipping is not included. The customer pays directly for shipping.
* Alternative shipping options include:
** UPS Parcel Service for Desktop systems.
** Simplified and Quarter Cab systems may be moved by Padded Mover. Cost can be advantageous over traditional crating and freight. Contact NADS for details.
* Technical specs may change at any time due to hardware changes or availability.

Simplified Cab miniSim

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==NADS miniSim™ Driving Simulators==
The NADS miniSim™ is a PC-based driving simulator. The software and hardware have been developed by NADS to facilitate a wide variety of research applications.

Every effort has been made to build and deliver a high-value, reliable, simulator system. An added benefit is that all the software tools are the same tools used by NADS staff on a daily basis for conducting driving and related research. This ensures a deep knowledge base, ongoing support, and continuous improvement by users who understand your research needs. Our software tools are available at no charge and deliver flexible, high performance simulation technology in any cab configuration.
 
==NADS miniSim™ Software and PC==
The software delivered with all miniSim simulators consists of the following tools:
* The Tile Mosaic Tool (TMT) for assembling a road network from a library of 95 road/landscape segments called ‘Tiles’. You use the TMT to connect them together, control LODs, and export a complete database to the ISAT and miniSim. NADS can also create new tiles or modify existing ones to meet your specific needs.
* The Interactive Scenario Authoring Tool (ISAT) for building scenarios on the assembled database. The ISAT is windows-based and does not require scripting.
* The miniSim runs the scenario on the assembled database and provides both real-time measures and a comprehensive data acquisition file for post-processing in Matlab.
* The nDaqTools are NADS-design interfaces for Matlab to define the measures to be calculated, and to organize and control the data reduction process.
 
The typical miniSim™ PC hardware specification is as follows:
* Tower case
* Windows 10 Pro
* ASUS ASRock X99X Killer Motherboard
* Intel Core i7 3.6GHz 6-Core Processor
* 2 SSD in RAID (500 Gb ea, 500 Gb usable)
* 32 GB DDR4 SDRAM
* NVidia GeForce GTX 1080 and GTX 1050Ti GPUs
 
==Description: Simplified Cab miniSim™ Driving Simulator==
The miniSim Simplified cab is a driving cab with the following features:
* NADS miniSim computer loaded and tested prior to shipment
* LCD dashboard display for the instrument cluster
* Automotive seat
* Tilt wheel adjustment
* Enhanced Fanatec Wheel Base with leather wrapped wheel
* Fanatec all metal Pedals with Load Cell option
* 6 Wheel buttons that can be used for driver response, look left/right, shoulder check left/right
* Labeled buttons for Engine Start, Gear Select, Wipers, Hazard, Mirrors, Headlights, and two Auxiliary Buttons
* Tactile transducer and amplifier provides road/engine vibration
* A 24” operator display with USB Extension for keyboard and mouse
* Software as described in the separate UIRF Software Transfer Agreement:
** NADS miniSim™ real-time driving simulation software
** NADS ISAT™ scenario authoring tool for creating/modifying scenarios
** NADS TMT™ virtual environment authoring tool with 92 sample tiles
** NADS nDaqTools and GUI for Matlab to assist in Data Reduction
* Tile Mosaic Tool software per the separate Rockwell Collins agreement:
** NADS TMT™ virtual environment authoring tool with 92 sample tiles
 The following '''options''' are available:
* Three front 24 inch monitors
* Three front 50 inch monitors
* Single display (50 inch to 65 inch or more)
* Standing Desk
* ECCI Trackstar 6000 wheel (350mm wheel, 250-deg rotation only, passive spring-damper)
<gallery widths=422px heights=422px mode="nolines">
File:Simplified_Cab.jpg|Simplified Cab shown with triple floor standing monitor stand and 48" LCD monitors.
File:Simplified_Cab_2v3.png|Simplified Cab shown with single monitor stand and 46" LCD monitor.
{...}
</gallery>
<gallery widths=220px heights=220px mode="nolines">
File:Simplified_Cab_4.png|13" Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel
File:Button_Box_1.jpg|Button Box 1: mirrors; lights and Aux buttons
File:Button_Box_2.jpg|Button Box 2: starter; gear selector; wipers and hazards
{...}
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<gallery widths=220px heights=220px mode="nolines">
File:Fanatec_Wheel.jpg|13" Steering Wheel with 6 Buttons
File:Fanatec_Base_v2.png|Fanatec ClubSport Wheel Base
File:Fanatec_Pedals_v2.png|Fanatec CSL Elite Pedals
{...}
</gallery>
<gallery widths=422px heights=422px mode="nolines">
File:Simplified_Cab_3.jpg|Simplified Cab with single monitor stand and 48" LCD monitor.
File:Simplified_Cab_5.jpg|Simplified Cab shown with triple monitor stand and 24" LCD monitors.
{...}
</gallery>

==Dimensions and Specifications==
[[File:Quarter-cab-simplified-cab-dimensions.png|500px]]

==Costs: Simplified Cab==
'''Simplified Cab miniSim™ '''
 '''Includes:'''
*miniSim Computer - Tower Case
*Enhanced Fanatec Wheel and Pedals
*Fanatec Loadcell Brake Upgrade
*Button Boxes (L and R)
*Tilt Wheel Adjustment
*Automotive Black Vinyl Seat
*Tactile Transducer and Amplifier
*18" Instrument Panel Display
*2.1 Audio (Front L/R and Subwoofer)
*Tactile Transducer and Amplifier
 '''Choose Display Type (choose 1):'''
 
*'''(3) 48" LED LCD and Stand '''
**''15' DVI cables''
**''Matrox Triple Head Adapter''
*'''(3) 24" LED LCD and Stand '''
**''10' DVI Cables''
**''Matrox Triple Head Adapter''
*'''(1) 48" LED LCD and Stand '''
**''15' DVI cables''
 
'''Choose Installation and Training (choose 1):'''
 
*'''On-Site Installation, 2-days onsite'''
**''On-Site Assembly of Simulators and Accessories''
**''Training on hardware and all software''
**''ISAT and nDAQTools remotely''
*'''Training at NADS or Remotely'''
**''Desktop system ONLY''
**''Training remotely via web meeting for miniSim, TMT, nDAQTools, and ISAT''
 
'''Crating:'''
 
*'''''Simplified Cab with 3x24" Displays '''''
*'''''Simplified Cab with 3x48" Displays '''''
 
'''Shipping:'''
*'''Customer pays shipping''' (FOB Iowa City, freight collect)
 
'''Options:'''
 
*'''NADS Infotainment System '''
**''Touchscreen and Mounting Hardware''
**''NUC Processor''
**''Toyota Entune or Tesla 3 Skin 
*'''NADS Video Capture System (HD SDI Cameras) '''
**''HD SDI Cameras, MD-Quad, PC, LCD Display, Mouse and Keyboard''
**''NADS VidCap Software Installed and tested''
**''12U Rack for miniSim and VidCap PCs''
*'''NADS Springfield Road Network '''

*'''NADS Video Monitor Only (HD SDI Cameras) '''
**''HD SDI Cameras, MD-Quad, LCD Display''
**''Relay Left, Right, Center, Instrument Panel Video on Operator Display''
**''Splitters, HDMI to SDI converters, MD-Quad''
*'''Advanced Automation Features Support '''
**''Support and Sample Scenarios for miniSim Automation''
**''Virtual World API''
**''NADS AutoDriver™ Vehicle Automation''
**''User-Defined Subsystems''

*'''Remote Refresher Training (ISAT only) '''
*'''Standing Desk - $305'''
 

==Schedule:==
* Simplified Cab production time is '''12-14 weeks'''. Lead times for the miniSim Simplified Cab configuration are from the date of the Award Activation Notice issued by the Department of Sponsored Programs (DSP).
 
'''NOTES:'''
* The option exists for the user to supply some of the parts according to a NADS-supplied shopping list.
* Shipping is not included. The customer pays directly for shipping.
* Alternative shipping options include:
** UPS Parcel Service for Desktop systems.
** Simplified and Quarter Cab systems may be moved by Padded Mover. Cost can be advantageous over traditional crating and freight. Contact NADS for details.
* Technical specs may change at any time due to hardware changes or availability.