Newbie 0 #1 August 22, 2002 all jokes aside, why not? Im talking about something that could be strapped round an arm/leg/chest that goes under your clothes against the skin, and then, like the vibrating device in a cell phone, just send out different levels of vibration depending on what altitude you are at. You wouldnt have to look or listen for anythinig-you would just feel it Let the flaming begin! "Skydiving is a door" Happythoughts Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fudd 0 #2 August 22, 2002 Sounds like a great idea. It would probably use a lot of battery power, but cellphones can do it so why not? It's probably possible to not feel the vibration, though. Depends on where you got it and how it's attached. -fudd There are only 10 types of people in the world. Those who understand binary, and those who don't. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freeflir29 0 #3 August 22, 2002 I think because of all the flapping and wind sensation you have. Your sense of touch is a bit clogged when in free fall. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jfields 0 #4 August 22, 2002 QuoteI think because of all the flapping and wind sensation you have. Your sense of touch is a bit clogged when in free fall. Depends on where you put it. Next thing you know, there will be a joint venture between Larsen & Brusgaard and a vibrator manufacturer or something. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fudd 0 #5 August 22, 2002 The but-plug vibrating altimeter. Now only $29.95!!! There are only 10 types of people in the world. Those who understand binary, and those who don't. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jfields 0 #6 August 22, 2002 Are you happy to see me, or are we at break-off altitude? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MyUserID 0 #7 August 22, 2002 Hmmm, sounds like a good human factors related project for the upcoming semester. If the oppurtunity arises, I'll look into that. I did a research project on using vibrating devices known as tactors to help prevent spatial disorientation in fighter pilots last year. That seemed to work for them, though the system is not yet practical as far as bulk of equipment is concerned. However, I like the idea of a vibrating altimiter. LOL, nice, the semester hasnt even started and I already have a report topic. ------------------------------------------------------ Remember kids, eagles may soar, but at least weasels dont get sucked into jet engines. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
christoofar 0 #8 August 22, 2002 QuoteAre you happy to see me, or are we at break-off altitude? What about a wrist altimeter that plays the Mexican Hat Dance at 90 decibles when you reach breakoff alti? ____________________________________________________________ I'm RICK JAMES! Fo shizzle. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
goose491 0 #9 August 22, 2002 I think it's a great idea! You could use the switch in any regular audible alti and use a vibrator with it's own power source. I'm with Clay in that through the violence of freefall, you may not perceve the extra vibrations but depending on where you put it i.e. in the small of your back, under your rig or something... who knows? My Karma ran over my Dogma!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AggieDave 6 #10 August 22, 2002 QuoteWhat about a wrist altimeter that plays the Mexican Hat Dance at 90 decibles when you reach breakoff alti? Naw, I want one that plays Dixie...--"When I die, may I be surrounded by scattered chrome and burning gasoline." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Skyrose7 0 #11 August 22, 2002 QuoteIt would probably use a lot of battery power, but cellphones can do it so why not? Yah, but I really don't feel like charging my altimeter every five minutes and then finding out once I get to altitude, "oh, shucks, my altimeter is low battery again!"~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ The mind is like a parachute--it works better when it is open. JUMP. MaryRose Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SBS 0 #12 August 22, 2002 "Break off when the chick across from you goes into convulsions..." :) -S_____________ I'm not conceited...I'm just realistic about my awesomeness... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
goose491 0 #13 August 22, 2002 Quote Yah, but I really don't feel like charging my altimeter every five minutes and then finding out once I get to altitude, "oh, shucks, my altimeter is low battery again!" Hahah true. Depending on the power source, the vibrating alti may have to be considered a backup to a backup... Your audible would still beep, but it would trigger the vibrator which would HAVE to have it's own power source. Makes me wonder though, How many 'rings' I'd get out of my cell phone if I put it on vibrate and let it ring until the batteries died? Probably quite a bit no? My Karma ran over my Dogma!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freeflir29 0 #14 August 22, 2002 I always wanted one with a digital recorder in it....So you could make really cool warnings like "Break off stupid" "Pull dumbass" and the 1500Ft warning of "You're gonna die clown!!!!" all in your or your friends voice. You could even have a web site with downloadable warnings....... What fun.... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
goose491 0 #15 August 22, 2002 Yeah like the audible warning in the Boeing Jets? Beep Beep... PULL UP! ... Beep Beep... PULL UP! Sounds really creepy, especially when heard on the black box recording... Hey, off topic, is a pro-track a black box for the human airplane? My Karma ran over my Dogma!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SkydiveMonkey 0 #16 August 22, 2002 Your very own Bitchin Betty !! ____________________ Say no to subliminal messages Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VivaHeadDown 0 #17 August 22, 2002 Somebody needs to jump with their phone...have a friend call them from the ground while in freefall, and test how noticable the vibration is. I'd suggest a cheap phone though...just in case. Then report back to the forum. Don't Confuse Me With My Own Words Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
goose491 0 #18 August 22, 2002 QuoteSomebody needs to jump with their phone...have a friend call them from the ground while in freefall, and test how noticable the vibration is. I'd suggest a cheap phone though...just in case. Then report back to the forum. Sometimes when my phone is on vibrate I don't notice it while on the ground... My guess is that such a device would need a much more powerful oscillator... The standard sex toy-metallic-egg-like device would probably do... Nobody try to tell me you've never seen one My Karma ran over my Dogma!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skymama 37 #19 August 22, 2002 What a great idea! With a vibrating altimeter, the ride to altitude would be so much more....FUN! I'd probably waste all my batteries before I got out the door though. She is Da Man, and you better not mess with Da Man, because she will lay some keepdown on you faster than, well, really fast. ~Billvon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rdutch 0 #20 August 22, 2002 Andi would have to move her bedroom into a pressure chamber. He He Ray Ray Small and fast what every girl dreams of! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shark 0 #21 August 22, 2002 Quoteall jokes aside, why not? Im talking about something that could be strapped round an arm/leg/chest that goes under your clothes against the skin, and then, like the vibrating device in a cell phone, just send out different levels of vibration depending on what altitude you are at. You wouldnt have to look or listen for anythinig-you would just feel it Let the flaming begin! Chicks would be sitting on them to altitude and the batteries would run out... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lummy 4 #22 August 22, 2002 Why are all the gals doing Hop n Pops lately?I promise not to TP Davis under canopy.. I promise not to TP Davis under canopy.. eat sushi, get smoochieTTK#1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bivar 0 #23 August 22, 2002 What about an altimeter that gives you an electric shock. 3500 ft an BZZZZZZZZZZ, 40 volt shock. You wouldn't ignore that one. You are discussing alternate locations for your vibrating altimeter, all these places would work for the "shocking" one too. I would certainly erspond quickly if my altimeter zapped my b****. . BI---------------------------------------- Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
moodyskydiver 0 #24 August 22, 2002 QuoteWhat a great idea! With a vibrating altimeter, the ride to altitude would be so much more....FUN! I'd probably waste all my batteries before I got out the door though. Heh! or better yet, try to sitfly on your altimeter til its time to pull. LMAO!! "...just an earthbound misfit, I." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ernokaikkonen 0 #25 August 22, 2002 >I would certainly respond quickly if my altimeter zapped my b****. LOL! The question is: How would you respond? Pass out? Tuck up in a ball screaming in pain? Erno Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
