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- February 29, 2020
- 4:09 pm
In this video, take an up-close look of Naval Medical Research Unit Dayton’s Disorientation Research Device, “The Kraken.”
“At 245,000 pounds, 4,500 horsepower, simultaneous motion on six-axis, sustained planetary motion of 3G, and horizontal travel to 16.5 feet, the Kraken will allow researchers to create the most realistic motion simulations never before imagined – except by perhaps one person – the pioneering physician, Navy Capt. Ashton Graybiel, who dared to imagine the physiologic impacts of motion and acceleration on the human body, said Navy Capt. Rees Lee, NMRU-D commanding officer.
“The Disorientation Research Device, together with the human centrifuge and hyperbaric chamber at the 711th Human Performance Wing will set Wright-Patterson Air Force Base as the center of acceleration research in the nation,” said Lee.
The Kraken is a mystical creature from the deep whose tentacles twist and toss its victims until they don’t know which way is up. Naval Medical Research Unit Dayton, stationed at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, is using its own Kraken not to destroy but to save lives.
What are some of the advanced features of the simulator?
The United States military has always been at the forefront of technological advancements, and now they have added another impressive machine to their arsenal – a $19 million, 4500 horsepower, 6 axis aircraft motion simulator.
Designed by AMST, an Austrian company specializing in flight simulators, the machine is capable of providing a realistic flying experience for pilots. With 6 axes for motion, the simulator can mimic a range of movements of an aircraft. It is also equipped with vibration systems that can reproduce the turbulence of a flight, and g-forces that replicate the sensation of acceleration during maneuvers.
The simulator is housed in a massive 210,000 square-foot facility located in St. Louis, Missouri. The facility, called the Boeing Co. Phantom Works Collaborative Research Center, was specifically built to house the simulator and other advanced research initiatives. It is one of the largest and most advanced motion simulators in the world.
The primary purpose of the simulator is to train military pilots for a range of situations they may encounter. These include emergency procedures, advanced maneuvers, and combat situations. The simulator is capable of simulating a variety of aircraft types, from heavy transport planes to fighter jets.
The simulator can also be used for research and development purposes. Engineers and scientists can use the simulator to test new aircraft designs and technologies. It can simulate a wide range of weather conditions, from clear skies to thunderstorms, and even icing conditions.
One of the most impressive features of the simulator is the fact that it is incredibly accurate. Pilots who have flown a real aircraft and then flown the simulator have reported that the experience is nearly identical. This level of accuracy is crucial for training pilots for real-life situations, as it enables them to become more proficient and confident in their abilities.
The US military’s investment in this simulator demonstrates its commitment to providing its pilots with the best possible training. It also highlights the importance of technological advancement in modern warfare. With machines like this simulator, it is clear that the US military is well-positioned to maintain its status as the world’s most advanced and powerful fighting force.
