simulator

noun

sim·u·la·tor ˈsim-yə-ˌlā-tər

: one that simulates

especially : a device that enables the operator to reproduce or represent under test conditions phenomena likely to occur in actual performance

Example Sentences

a flight simulator used by pilots

Recent Examples on the Web In this video, a multi-material robot simulator is used to design a shape-changing robot, which is then transferred to physical hardware. —

IEEE Spectrum, 23 Jan. 2023 Hamilton’s black hole simulator attracted attention, and in 2002 he was invited to collaborate on a Nova documentary about black holes. —

Steve Nadis, Discover Magazine, 19 Dec. 2011 Games, a 1930s retro gym and ski simulator are among the activities. —

The Indianapolis Star, 13 Jan. 2023 In addition to the water park attractions, such as a 600-foot lazy river and a FlowRider surfing simulator, there will be games and performances by hula dancers, aerialists and circus acts. —

Dallas News, 22 Dec. 2022 Passengers can also try their hand at piloting an aircraft - from the safety of the ship – via a new VR flight simulator, or hit the road in VR motorcycles. —

Nathan Diller, USA TODAY, 8 Dec. 2022 There’s a 65-foot lap pool, a wellness center, library, squash court and a golf simulator. —

Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 10 Nov. 2022 An avid golfer, Mr. Wood installed a golf simulator on the first level of the home and said he was drawn to Clear Creek Tahoe because of its golf course. —

Libertina Brandt, WSJ, 28 Oct. 2022 Microsoft has launched a flight simulator just to help train autonomous drones. —

Jeremy Kahn, Fortune, 19 July 2022 See More

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