Mini 4WD Brake and Jump Simulator (v1.2) is out

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We are very pleased to announce the public beta trial version 1.2 release of our Mini 4WD brake and jump simulator. Please feel free to give it a go. Feedback and comments are welcome (via Facebook or Contact us). Click here to access the brake and jump simulator.

Updates include:

  • 3 more slope jump obstacles, 5 new obstacles made out of 20 degree and 160 degree bank-approach sections and 40 and 60 degree bank.
  • Automatically calculate brake engagement distance based on brake pad height and position.
  • More guidance with pictures.
  • Improved graphics.
  • We now have a Mini 4WD car from our logo instead of two little wheels.
  • etc…
A screenshot of Mini 4WD brake and jump simulator by Mini4Science v1.2
A screenshot of our Mini 4WD brake and jump simulator v1.2

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