The 6 axis Motion Base consists of a 6 DOF (degrees of freedom) motion simulator fastened on top of a fast and powerful rotational base. All the axes are computer controlled and the geometry of the system allows the platform to be programmed in such a way as to mimic the movements of creatures, cars, boats and aircraft etc.

When an actor is positioned on top of the platform, the motion produced will give a very believable appearance that the actor is on the creature or vehicle involved. The whole system is portable enough to be transported in a truck and set up in a couple of hours.

Using our unique ‘rig chase’ software, virtual moves can be plotted and tested in advance thereby saving time on set. Alternatively a ‘Waldo’ is available which will allow an operator complete manual freedom to move the system “live” whilst still recording the motion. Any of the moves can then be re-played with complete motion control frame accurate repeatability.

The Motion Base can be used in conjunction with any of our other motion control systems to achieve unrivalled realism of movement during the scene.