How should a steering wheel be defined in a narrow sense?
That depends on how it's recorded in those academic materials.
But broadly speaking----
It's a ring that you can hold and turn left or right.
This can also be a steering wheel.
"You're absolutely unbeatable, I have to say."
It took Gerald a long time to recover from his daze.
Yes, sometimes the solution to a problem is that simple.
There's absolutely no need to commission any high-end simulation equipment from car manufacturers.
With just a rack and pinion, the handle can be turned into a steering wheel.
even----
The same structure can be scaled up to make a life-size steering wheel.
Add a little damping, and add a return spring----
Even making it more realistic is entirely possible.
Ultimately, it's all just converting player actions into left and right tilting of a joystick.
The input for the game itself is no different from using a gamepad directly.
But for players, it's a completely different story.
What's this called?
This is called user-oriented development.
"A few rapid prototyping machines will be delivered in a couple of days. Get familiar with them, and we can use this system for rapid iteration in the future."
Lin Lixin smiled.
This thing will become a common gadget among 3D printing enthusiasts in the future.
But even by today's standards, it is indeed a stunning design.
In an environment where 3D printing is not yet widespread, conceiving such an ingenious device is indeed no easy task.
"In short, we'll make two versions, one large and one small, based on this plan, and then find a factory to start production. I've already contacted Mattel about this."
The smaller version is naturally the finger-sized one in his hand.
The larger ones are several sizes smaller than a real steering wheel and have an additional base with a non-slip mat.
I quickly drew up two sketches and handed them to Gerald, finally resolving the peripheral issue.
Then there were no more pitfalls; he just needed to do his best to get it on sale before the Christmas season ended, on Christmas Day.
[A Letter to Santa Claus]
"Dear Santa Claus, every year as Christmas approaches, I can't contain my excitement, eagerly anticipating the gifts you'll bring—"
Every Christmas season, television stations, radio stations, and magazines in various regions begin to hold themed events.
Perhaps the most popular item among children is "A Letter to Santa Claus".
I don't know what the answers are in other regions.
But at least this year, the thing children mentioned most often was probably, "I want a Gamenova game!"
Perhaps Santa Claus really heard the children's cries, or perhaps their hopes brought about a miracle.
It's also possible that Lin Lixin chose the Christmas season for his marketing campaign.
In short, just halfway through the Christmas season, GAMENOVA miraculously announced information about its new game, which will be officially released on Christmas Day.
Christmas is a very important holiday for many people.
But for Vincent, there was something far more important than Christmas.
My mother's birthday is coming up soon.
He wanted to give his mother a surprise.
But he was having trouble choosing a gift.
In an arcade in New Mexico.
Little Hunter, stared at the Sims on the shelf, his mouth practically watering.
Hearing the noise beside him, he glanced over and immediately recognized who it was.
" Vincent! Why did you come by yourself today?"
"Ah, Hunter, I'm picking out a gift—"
Startled by Hunter's shout, Vincent snapped out of his daze and scratched his head sheepishly.
"A present? A Christmas present? Why didn't your mom come with it?"
Hunter was a little confused. Vincent used to always follow his Satan Mom around like a little shadow, so why was he here alone today?
"It's my mom's birthday present, and I want to surprise her, but I don't know what to get her—"
"Ah? I see."
Hunter then understood.
His own mother's birthday is coming up soon.
I don't know why, but there seem to be a lot more people celebrating their birthdays during the year-end holidays.
It's as if this time of day possesses some kind of magical power.
The adult world is still full of mysteries.
"Let me think... since you're already here, you must be planning to buy a game, right?"
"Satan Mom " Emma kept herself well hidden from Vincent, but those who frequented arcades all knew this Legend figure.
Buying games might actually end up costing you money.
"Hmm... How about the Sims?"
Hunter pointed to the exquisitely packaged box on the shelf and wiped the drool from the corner of his mouth.
He really wanted this.
"Haha----my mom bought me the first edition of this."
"I hate you."
That's great.
That's fucking awesome!
"Hmm------I know, the new game ' NOVA Kart ' is already available for pre-order, why don't you pre-order a copy?"
"Huh?"
Christmas Day.
A mail truck dropped a package in front of Vincent's house.
Emma, who had just finished purchasing the tenth batch of Christmas supplies, returned home carrying large and small bags and immediately spotted the package.
" Vincent, there's a package for you! What did you buy?"
Emma picked up the box and was surprised to find that it was not as heavy as she had imagined.
It feels light and flimsy; it must be some kind of plastic product.
Just as he was about to check who the sender was, Vincent suddenly popped out and snatched the package away.
"This is my Christmas present for you, but it will be revealed when we exchange the gifts!"
You little brat!
Emma couldn't snatch it away immediately. She watched as Vincent grabbed the suitcase and dashed into his room. She exchanged a helpless glance with her husband, who was sitting on the sofa, and continued unpacking the pile of things she had just bought.
Inside the room.
Vincent excitedly unpacked the package, glanced warily in the direction of the door, tiptoed over and turned the lock once before returning to the package.
Inside the cardboard box were two nice plastic steering wheels, secured with cardboard.
Below that are two small, handle-cover-style steering wheel caps.
These four items together cost only $10, which, including the games themselves and shipping, is just enough of Vincent's current allowance.
He took the game box containing the CD out and carefully placed it under the gift box he had prepared earlier.
After careful packaging, he had perfectly packed the items into gift boxes, ready to be placed under the Christmas tree and exchanged after dinner.
Vincent suddenly laughed, his eyes narrowing into crescents. He quickly sat down at the small desk, picked up a pen, and wrote a line.
[Dear Santa Claus, I hope----]