This article explains rapid advances in science and computer technologies, especially simulation software that supports engineering analysis. The author's firm created an engineering simulation using physics-based Mechanical Event Simulation software from Algor Inc. of Pittsburgh to verify the integrity of a cinematic motion simulator ride. With the help of Algor’s technical support, the engineers determined that replicating the actuating movement of the hydraulic cylinders using Algor’s new actuator element technology and Mechanical Event Simulation (MES) software was the best method of evaluating real dynamic loads over time. The MES results showed that the stresses experienced by the bearings under loading from the six cylinders were well within the acceptable range. The actuating motion produced by the MES appeared to be very realistic when the analysis replays were viewed in real time.

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