Project Overview:
The development and delivery of the DriverLab Driving Simulator including the structural projection dome, cap, and floor frame lifting system.
Customer:
Toronto Rehabilitation Institute-University Health Network (TRI-UHN)
Services Performed:
Designed a light-weight cost effective dome, cap, and floor structure that meets stiffness, strength, weight, and flammability requirements for use in their CEAL facility.
Structural Analysis:
- Generated system level finite element model
- Performed quasi-static analysis for various load cases
- Performed global and detailed stress including mechanical joints
- Complied with ANSI strength requirements
- Performed composite structural analysis
Engineering Design:
- Ensured floor frame compatibility with the existing motion system and CEAL’s existing overhead crane
- Designed the floor frame to fit within the facility layout and access limitations
- Developed the dome and cap design to accommodate and support TRI-UHN’s projection system design
- Supported weekly teleconferences as well as Preliminary and Critical Design Reviews at TRI-UHN in Toronto
Support Testing:
- Managed development design and analysis engineering
- Managed fabrication and factory acceptance testing
- Facilitated installation and site acceptance testing
Customer Feedback:
“The quality of the work, the communication with the team, creativity and flexibility in solving problems were all absolutely top class.“
– Geoff Fernie PhD PEng CEng FCAHS, Institute Director, Research
“This is an excellent company doing outstanding work. Don’t hesitate to use Pagnotta Engineering, Inc. for your next job.“
– Susan Gorski, MHSc, Peng, Chief CEAL Engineer, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute
“Outstanding engineering and project management work. Please contact me if you ever need a reference.“
– Dan Smyth, BASc, P.Eng., CAD Specialist, Research Department – Technology R& D Team
Pagnotta Engineering is a proud partner in developing Canada’s most advanced driving simulator!
