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FLIGHT COMPUTER (Altitude, Heading, Speed)

1,082 VargasSoldierT  2 months ago
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A simple computer that stores data in variables is interesting for autopilot systems, or just for looks, for example, to put in an F-22 cockpit that has those numbers and buttons, or a super bug, etc.

You can use the variables setALT, setHDG, setSPD in your project, they receive the data after clicking on "to do", so you just need to work this data in flight controllers for an autopilot system.

You can add your own variables, here is a video showing how: Video Tutorial

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General Characteristics

  • Created On Windows
  • Wingspan 5.0ft (1.5m)
  • Length 36.6ft (11.1m)
  • Height 10.4ft (3.2m)
  • Empty Weight 3lbs (1kg)
  • Loaded Weight 3lbs (1kg)

Performance

  • Wing Loading N/A
  • Wing Area 0.0ft2 (0.0m2)
  • Drag Points 28

Parts

  • Number of Parts 27
  • Control Surfaces 0
  • Performance Cost 139
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    2,662 griges

    i tried,
    many things i still not understand
    heres your fc that i try to add autopilot
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    and it seems like you already have somekind of the ALT autopilot already?
    i also didnt understand that
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    and heres my original autopilot
    this just basically just system to put the surface controller
    my input is just the current alt or hdg or spd and add or subtract it... i want the input to be the keypad like yours

    28 days ago
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    2,662 griges

    @VargasSoldierT well you are good hahaha
    yes i have the autopilot system tat receive those numbers, and by the way. the default is in metric
    does yours already in nautical?
    or if i want to use the setALT i can just setAlt*3.2808?
    where can i get the aircraft file? i used ES now i use MiX its probably mostly the same....
    so, i can use your FC for my autopilot? hehe
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    currently im still watching the tutorial...
    i only know to input the numbers via addition and subtraction,
    i want to know how you can make the input straight via the number pad u make... if you free and willing please teach me

    28 days ago
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    @griges Answering the question, I'm not, I just know a little bit of basic programming. Basically this FC works as follows. The main variables that are ready are setALT, setHDG, and setSPD. To use them without making any changes, simply manipulate these three variables to your advantage. For example, let's say that your surface controller has an autopilot system that receives altitude and heading values, and engine speed. For example, to set an altitude of 10,000 feet, you can simply use the setALT variable so that the player selects it on the flight computer and the surface controller translates it. It may be a little complex for beginners, but considering a common automatic flight system present in most airplanes, it works similarly. In the video tutorial I teach how to create other variables besides the 3. It may be a little difficult to understand, but basically just follow the steps and it will work. If you want to put it in another project, you can try copying the variables using Notepad (or if it's Android, ES FILE EXPLORER). Just open the aircraft file and select it, then create a subfolder. library with the computer model (buttons and other items), or create the project based on this build, anyway I can try to create a video, but it's a little difficult to explain, if you have any more questions, I'll try to answer.But finally, I recommend that you copy through external programs, as mentioned before, for your desired project, it is easier.

    +1 28 days ago
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    2,662 griges

    are you a game dev???

    i have an Autopilot, i want to use this, but i still cant figure out how yours work, i've seen the video tutorial, i can quite catch up of whats happening.

    and either i put whole your custom variables to mine, or put mine on yours, either way, theres alot of room for mistake if i am not careful

    i am wondering
    can you teach me, or make vid how to make this inputs from the bottom??
    i have no coding experience,just fiddling with the funky trees

    i really like this idea

    29 days ago
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    @VargasSoldierT Sorry, i misspelled. I meant if I Want A word or a letter like "Waypoint", "A", e.t.c. as a value for the variable and not a numeric one. since i need that functionality for an upcoming project.

    2 months ago
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    @llDeadboyll I didn't understand, which string type input variable?

    2 months ago
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    @VargasSoldierT But what if i want a string type input variable?

    2 months ago
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    @PlaneFlightX Thanks brother, it's very simple but it works, right hehe

    2 months ago
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    51.1k PlaneFlightX

    This is a pretty cool way of doing an autopilot panel. Good job!

    +1 2 months ago
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    583 NTH

    @VargasSoldierT is this system used in another aircraft already? This is innovation AT ITS FINEST!!

    +1 2 months ago
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    @VargasSoldierT oh , i see i try it with my air plane and it's worked. thanks !

    +1 2 months ago
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    @VargasSoldierT oh , i see i try it with my air plane and it's worked. thanks !

    2 months ago
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    @xhevfeSP Yes its works! To know more take a look at the description!

    2 months ago
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    it dus worke? or it's just for showing ??

    2 months ago