[simpits-tech] translucent screen

[Brian Sikkema]

Hey pitbulls,

The recent posts about projector display systems got me thinking. I'm not 
sure how many of you caught my post about the B-1B sim's display system, but 
just in case you didn't I'll recap:

Basically how the display system worked was in front of the cockpit was a 
very large curved mirror. Looking into the mirror from the cockpit you would 
be looking at a large translucent screen, which in turn was being projected 
upon from the rear by 3 projectors. What I'm curious about is if anyone can 
think of a way to build (or place to buy) a translucent screen for this type 
of display setup. It would be interesting to try out, as it develops a sense 
of depth that I don't think a straight projection really does. Any thoughts?

Incidently, small update on the Merc project: I've got about 5 people total 
on the team right now, including 2 graduate students. At the conference this 
past weekend, I confirmed the fact that yes, everyone on the project CAN 
apply for funding through the Space Grant Consortium. Fellowship grants are 
$2500 for undergrads, and $5000 for grad students. So that's $17,500 of 
funding, if we all get it! :) I'll know in late febuary if any of us did or 
not. Oh, and that's just fellowship grants, we'd also be eligible for some 
public awareness funding because of the mission of this particular sim 
(build interest in spaceflight in the area). So anyway, while I wouldnt 
actually get any money untill May, if we can get that kind of funding then 
I'm sure by the end of the year I'll know EXACTLY how to spend it! :)

Brian

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