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==NADS miniSim™ Driving Simulators==
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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. 
  
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==Hardware==
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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. 
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* miniSim PC (rackmount case)
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** Windows 10 Pro
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** ASRock X299  Motherboard
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** Intel Core i9 3.3GHz 10-Core Processor
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** 2 SSD in RAID-1 configuration (500 Gb ea, 500 Gb usable)
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** 32 GB DDR4 SDRAM
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** NVidia Quadro Pascal P6000 and P2000 GPUs
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* Optional NADS VidCap video capture system
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* Uninterruptable power supply (UPS)
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* Audio amplifiers for speakers and Tactile Transducers
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==Software==
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==NADS miniSim™ Software and PC==
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Software as per the separate UIRF Software Transfer:
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The software delivered with all miniSim simulators consists of the following tools:
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* NADS miniSim™ real-time driving simulation software
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* The <b>Tile Mosaic Tool</b> (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.
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* NADS ISAT™ scenario authoring tool for creating/modifying scenarios
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* The <b>Interactive Scenario Authoring Tool</b> (ISAT) for building scenarios on the assembled database.  The ISAT is windows-based and does not require scripting.
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* NADS TMT™ virtual environment authoring tool with >100 sample tiles
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* The <b>miniSim</b> runs the scenario on the assembled database and provides both real-time measures and a comprehensive data acquisition file for post-processing in Matlab.
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* NADS nDaqTools and GUI for Matlab to assist in Data Reduction
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* The <b>nDaqTools</b> are NADS-design interfaces for Matlab to define the measures to be calculated, and to organize and control the data reduction process.
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* NADS VidCap Video Capture software (if VidCap hardware is delivered)
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The typical miniSim™ PC hardware specification is as follows:
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* Tower case
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* Windows 10 Pro
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Tile Mosaic Tool software per the separate Rockwell Collins agreement:
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* ASUS ASRock X99X Killer Motherboard
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* NADS TMT™ virtual environment authoring tool with 92 sample tiles
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* Intel Core i7 3.6GHz 6-Core Processor
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* 2 SSD in RAID (500 Gb ea, 500 Gb usable)
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===Optional Software===
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* 32 GB DDR4 SDRAM
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* [[Springfield_Road_Network|Springfield Road Network]]
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* NVidia GeForce GTX 1080 and GTX 1050Ti GPUs
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==Description: Quarter-Cab Cab miniSim™ Driving Simulator==
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==Cab Characteristics==
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The Quarter-CAB simulator will be provided with the following features:
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* Constructed from a compact car (Ford Focus, Honda Fit, Honda Civic, etc )
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** LCD display that will act as the virtual instrument cluster
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* Modified as required to accept NADS active steering loader, pedal loader, and interface electronics.
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** Real-vehicle seat, steering wheel with column gear selector, and pedals
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* Mounted on casters and leveling feet
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** Instrumented Turn Signals, Horn, Response Buttons, Gear Selector, Headlights, Wipers
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* Disassembles to fit through a 38”W x 83”H door opening. It may be possible to fit a 36” opening depending on the donor car and modifications.
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** Active DirectX Steering Loader from SimXperience
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* The physical mirrors are retained
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** 2.1 channel sound system with vibration transducer under seat
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* Air bag inflators removed (bags stay in place if necessary)
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** Audio Amplifier with External Controls
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* Two front and two rear interior speakers
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* Single rack-mounted PC
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* Two tactile transducers for engine and vibration
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* Three 1080p LED LCD widescreen displays of 48” diagonal measurement, with Canopy.
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* Subwoofer mounted in engine bay
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** Horizontal FOV 138 to 180 degrees1
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** Vertical FOV 27 to 50 degrees2
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===Cab Electromechanical Characteristics===
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* A 24” operator LCD for miniSim, ISAT and TMT interfaces
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* Utilizes a 10.1” 16:9 aspect ratio LCD display for instrument cluster
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* Three 48” LCD Displays with custom monitor stand
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* Utilizes industrial quality USB cab interface boards for driver inputs
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==Quarter-Cab miniSim™ Dimensions and Specifications==
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* Industrial Power Strip, 15A, 120V mounted in Firewall Area
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==Costs: Quarter Cab miniSim™:==
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* The following switch inputs are instrumented
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'''Quarter Cab miniSim™ - $49,250'''
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** Left/Right Turn Signals
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** Hazard Switch
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**miniSim Computer - Rackmount Case
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** Horn
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**Automotive Steering Wheel and Column
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** Headlight on/off
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**Automotive Pedals and Gear Selector
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** High-beam on/off
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**Tilt Wheel Adjustment
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** Wiper on/off
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**SimXperience Active Steering Loader
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** Auxiliary Left/Right momentary buttons on wheel
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**Automotive Black Vinyl Seat
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** Seatbelt switch
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**Tactile Transducer and Amplifier
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** Parking brake
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**Instrument Panel Display and Dashboard
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** Ignition ‘on’ and ‘start’.  The ‘start’ is momentary
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**2.1 Audio (Front L/R and Subwoofer)
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* The Brake pedal retains a modified master cylinder to provide force feedback
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**Integral PC mounting
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** miniSim reads fluid pressure transducer signal
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<br>'''Display System:'''
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* The Accelerator pedal is the stock drive by wire pedal
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** miniSim reads the analog signal directly
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*'''(3) 48" LED LCD and Stand - $6,750'''
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* The steering wheel angle instrumented with optical encoder (part of steering loader)
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**''15' DVI cables''
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* The stock audio speaker locations are retained
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**''Matrox Triple Head Adapter''
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* Subwoofer mounted under hood
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* Tactile transducers under floor and firewall
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'''Installation and Training:'''
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*'''On-Site Installation, 2-days onsite - $13,700'''
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==Display System==
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**''Setup of Quarter-Cab Simulator''
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The proposed display system is comprised of the following:
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**''miniSim and TMT Training on-site''
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* A smooth, cylindrical soft screen of about 3.0m [10 ft] radius
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**''ISAT and nDAQTools remotely''
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* Two front projectors of 1080p (1920 x 1080) resolution
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* One 116” rear projection screen with projector of 1080p (1920 x 1080) resolution
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'''Crating:'''
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* The miniSim PC will perform the warping/blending using Scalable Desktop from Scalable Display Technologies.
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*'''''Quarter Cab with 3x48" Displays - $4,000'''''
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The miniSim PC contains NVIDIA Quadro Maxwell M6000 and M4000 cards to support the automated warping and blending application and projector synchronization.  The system provides manual and automated alignment and blending between the two front channel projectors, with the included GigE Camera.  The alignment camera can be mounted to the roof of the cab, or on a tripod placed at the driver eyepoint.
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'''Shipping:'''
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For the proposed two-projector system with warping and blending, two NVIDIA Quadro cards are required; The M6000 for the front two projectors, and the M4000 for the rear channel and operator display. For this system, three projectors of 1920 x 1080 pixel resolution are proposed. The projector will be DLP with a contrast ratio of at least 10,000 and brightness greater than 2000 lumens, such as the BenQ 1085ST.  This unit accommodates a short throw (throw ratio 0.67-0.83), allowing the placement of the projectors over the cab and safely out of the way.  NADS will supply the projector mounts and mounting location information; the customer will install the mounts per NADS specifications.
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**'''Customer pays shipping''' (FOB Iowa City, freight collect)
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Due to the room requirements, video and USB extenders are used between the minisim PC and the operator station so that they can be separated by up to 50 ft.  A 4-channel high-definition video monitoring system is included that provides a high-quality quad-split display to monitor the simulator and research participant.  As an option, a NADS VidCap video recording PC can be included that will record this quad-split channel, with user-selectable data (including frame number) superimposed on the video to allow later analysis and comparison with the recorded simulator data.
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'''Options:'''
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A 116” diagonal rear projection display and stand is placed behind the cab and used to provide an image for the center rear view mirror.
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*'''NADS Video Capture System (HD SDI Cameras) - $10,600'''
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==Schedule==
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**''PC, LCD Display, Keyboard, Mouse''
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The start date for the project occurs when NADS receives the Award Activation Notice (AAN) issued by the University’s Division of Sponsored Programs (DSP).  This occurs after DSP has reviewed the Purchase Order and any issues have been resolved. Once the system is shipped and received, arrangements will be made for installation and training.  Typically, travel arrangements are made 14 days in advance.
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**''NADS VidCap Software Installed and tested''
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*'''Fanatec Load Cell Brake Upgrade - $200'''
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Lead-time from the date of the Award Activation Notice is 8 months.
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**''For Desktop and Simplified Cab Systems''
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*'''Button Box - $1,700'''
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Notes:  
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**''For Desktop Systems (incl. in Simplified Cab)''
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* It may be possible for there to be two trips for the installation – one for the screen/projector system, and one for the cab.
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*'''NADS Springfield Road Network - $5,250'''
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* Lead time based on current backlog at fabricator
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*'''Remote Training (ISAT only) - $2,775'''
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* Schedule will be updated when cab order is paced with fabricator
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*'''Standing Desk - $300'''
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==Schedule:==
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* Quarter Cab production time is '''16-18 weeks'''. Lead times for the miniSim Quarter Cab configuration are from the date of the Award Activation Notice issued by the Department of Sponsored Programs (DSP).
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'''NOTES:'''
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* The option exists for the user to supply some of the parts according to a NADS-supplied shopping list.
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* Shipping is not included. The customer pays directly for shipping.
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* Alternative shipping options include:
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** UPS Parcel Service for Desktop systems.
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** Simplified and Quarter Cab systems may be moved by Padded Mover. Cost can be advantageous over traditional crating and freight. Contact NADS for details.
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* Technical specs may change at any time due to hardware changes or availability.

Revision as of 17:57, 29 December 2017

This is our flagship miniSim. A real car halved just behind the front seats. All automobile controls, functions and features are retained. Display options include 180-degree projection screen. As close to real as it gets.
miniSim

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: Quarter-Cab Cab miniSim™ Driving Simulator

The Quarter-CAB simulator will be provided with the following features:

    • LCD display that will act as the virtual instrument cluster
    • Real-vehicle seat, steering wheel with column gear selector, and pedals
    • Instrumented Turn Signals, Horn, Response Buttons, Gear Selector, Headlights, Wipers
    • Active DirectX Steering Loader from SimXperience
    • 2.1 channel sound system with vibration transducer under seat
    • Audio Amplifier with External Controls
  • Single rack-mounted PC
  • Three 1080p LED LCD widescreen displays of 48” diagonal measurement, with Canopy.
    • Horizontal FOV 138 to 180 degrees1
    • Vertical FOV 27 to 50 degrees2
  • A 24” operator LCD for miniSim, ISAT and TMT interfaces
  • Three 48” LCD Displays with custom monitor stand

Quarter-Cab miniSim™ Dimensions and Specifications

Costs: Quarter Cab miniSim™:

Quarter Cab miniSim™ - $49,250
Includes:

    • miniSim Computer - Rackmount Case
    • Automotive Steering Wheel and Column
    • Automotive Pedals and Gear Selector
    • Tilt Wheel Adjustment
    • SimXperience Active Steering Loader
    • Automotive Black Vinyl Seat
    • Tactile Transducer and Amplifier
    • Instrument Panel Display and Dashboard
    • 2.1 Audio (Front L/R and Subwoofer)
    • Integral PC mounting


Display System:

  • (3) 48" LED LCD and Stand - $6,750
    • 15' DVI cables
    • Matrox Triple Head Adapter


Installation and Training:

  • On-Site Installation, 2-days onsite - $13,700
    • Setup of Quarter-Cab Simulator
    • miniSim and TMT Training on-site
    • ISAT and nDAQTools remotely


Crating:

  • Quarter Cab with 3x48" Displays - $4,000


Shipping:

    • Customer pays shipping (FOB Iowa City, freight collect)


Options:

  • NADS Video Capture System (HD SDI Cameras) - $10,600
    • PC, LCD Display, Keyboard, Mouse
    • NADS VidCap Software Installed and tested
  • Fanatec Load Cell Brake Upgrade - $200
    • For Desktop and Simplified Cab Systems
  • Button Box - $1,700
    • For Desktop Systems (incl. in Simplified Cab)
  • NADS Springfield Road Network - $5,250
  • Remote Training (ISAT only) - $2,775
  • Standing Desk - $300

Schedule:

  • Quarter Cab production time is 16-18 weeks. Lead times for the miniSim Quarter 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.
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