Iron Man Flight Simulator (video)
When we think of flight sims, images of cockpits and joysticks come to mind. This flight simulator however, is anything but the aforementioned scenario.
Much like a hang glider you strap into a harness, which is attached an automotive engine crane and provides the sensation of floating A giant fan, presumably from a fan boat, blows wind into your face creating not only another level of realism but a tiny bit of lift allowing you to maneuver. Completing the experience is a Nintendo Wiimote, which tracks your orientation while a pair of goggles displays a realtime feed of Google’s Earth Flight Simulator.
Christen Costa
Grew up back East, got sick of the cold and headed West. Since I was small I have been pushing buttons - both electronic and human. With an insatiable need for tech I thought "why not start a blog focusing on technology, and use my dislikes and likes to post on gadgets."
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