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The Astro Spiral Jump-An Automobile Stunt Designed via Computer Simulation
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An unusual application of a computer simulation of automobile dynamics to the design of a thrill show stunt is described. The rationale for development of the simulation for highway safety applications is discussed and the general analytical approach is described. Computer graphics displays of simulation outputs, consisting of detailed perspective drawings of the vehicle and terrain features or obstacles at selected intervals of time during a simulated maneuver, are presented. For the presentation of the paper, computer graphics displays of simulation outputs will be animated through the use of motion picture film. Also, motion picture coverage of both developmental tests and public performances of the Astro Spiral Jump will be shown.
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McHenry, R., "The Astro Spiral Jump-An Automobile Stunt Designed via Computer Simulation," SAE Technical Paper 760339, 1976, https://doi.org/10.4271/760339.Also In
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- Ludvigsen K. “Astro Spiral: The Ultimate Stunt,” Motor Trend April 1972
- McHenry R. R. DeLeys N. J. “Development of Analytical Aids for Minimization of Single Vehicle Accidents,” CAL Report No. VJ-2251-V-10 July 1971
- McHenry R. R. “Research in Automobile Dynamics - A Computer Simulation of General Three-Dimensional Motions,” Society of Automotive Engineers Paper No. 710361 June 1971
- McHenry R. R. DeLeys N. J. “Vehicle Dynamics in Single Vehicle Accidents - Validation and Extensions of a Computer Simulation,” CAL Report No. VJ-2251-V-3 December 1968
- McHenry R. R. “Spiral Jump Apparatus,” June 4 1974