What are Dome Flying Cinema?

A dome flying cinema is an advanced form of immersive entertainment. It combines a motion-based theater system with a massive 360-degree LED dome screen. Unlike conventional projection domes, which rely on multiple projectors and suffer from brightness limitations, the dome flying cinema uses seamless LED panels to create an uninterrupted spherical display.

Audiences sit in suspended seats that tilt, lift, and move in sync with the visual content, simulating the sensation of flying through cities, landscapes, or outer space. The flying cinema sphere screen is suitable for many scenarios, including flying theaters, dome theaters, amusement parks, science museums, museums, planetariums, technology museums, corporate showrooms, exhibition halls, stadiums, children’s palaces, large shopping malls, and studios. This highly immersive, interactive experience combines sight, hearing, feeling, and touch.

  • Visual: Ultra-high-definition, crisp, and lifelike image quality, achieving a glasses-free 3D effect.
  • Auditory: Surround sound provides authentic sensations (e.g., wind, water, rain, thunder).
  • Feel: Experience the real-life rain through prop sprays, and ride special effects through the swaying seats and wind on roller coasters.
  • Tactile: The images are so realistic that you can touch them, making you feel like you’re there.
  • Excellent 3D effect: The spherical display envelopes the viewer.

Naked-Eye 3D Dome Flying Cinema Features

A flying cinema combines motion simulation seats with a 360° LED dome display. Visitors sit on motion platforms that tilt, lift, and rotate, synchronized with real-time visual and audio effects.

Naked-eye 3D visualization

Delivers depth and realism without the need for a VR headset or 3D glasses.

360° seamless LED dome

Fully immersive environment with no projection seams or visual distortion.

Motion-synchronized seating

The flying effect is achieved by tilting, lifting and rotating seats in coordination with the visual content.

Ultra-high resolution & brightness

Supports 8K–12K HDR visuals for dark and semi-lit environments.

AR/VR content integration

Compatible with real-time rendering engines to achieve interactive and immersive storytelling.

Durability & efficiency

LED modules have a longer lifespan and lower maintenance costs compared to traditional projection domes.

Dome Flying Theater System

Platform System

Six-axis flying platform

Special Effects System

peical effects include wind blowing, rain, etc.

Visual System

Viewing Equipment, including Projectors, Servers, etc

Auditory System

Product Sound System, includingSubwoofers, Surround SoundSpeakers, and Cables

Film System

Software content, 8K ultraHD Films + broadcast control terminal.

Auxiliary materials and accessories, etc.

Other auxiliary materials and accessories

Time and space flight

Enveloping Spherical Dome: Ultra-HD, high-refresh LED giant screen fully surrounds the audience from left, right, above, and below. It can cover 100% of the human field of vision to deliver a breathtaking visual impact.

Suspended Motion Seats: Overhead dynamic seats simulate flight maneuvers such as acceleration and diving. It provides a highly realistic flying experience.

Physical Special Effects: Integrated wind, water spray, and smoke effects create a multi-sensory journey that enhances the immersive flying sensation.

Original Film Content: Proprietary interactive films cover themes such as tourism landscapes, children’s entertainment, and space adventures, updated annually to meet diverse audience demands.

User-Friendly Operation: Routine operation can be managed by ordinary staff using pre-set software programs.

Compact Footprint: Requires as little as 40m², with custom options ranging from 8 to 40 seats.

Applicable Venues: It is ideal for shopping malls, large amusement parks, theme parks, and science museums.

8 or 10 Seat Ball Screen Flying Cinema

Field Dimensions: 4.5m (Height) x 6.5m (Width) x 8m (Depth)

Ball Diameter: 5.2m

Number of Seats: 8–10

20 Seat Ball Screen Flying Cinema

Field Dimensions: 13m (Height) x 12m (Width) x 12.5m (Depth)

Ball Diameter: 10m

Number of Seats: 20

Front View

Top View

Side View

Drawing layout diagram

Left And Right Hemisphere Structures

Display Dimensions: Diameter 5000mm; Height 5000mm; Depth 2500mm
Area Calculation Formula: 2πR² = 2 x 3.14 x 2500 x 2500 = 39.25 m2
Full Screen Resolution (Width x Height): 4080 x 4080 dots

Schematic Diagram Of External Structure Support Dimensions

System parameters

Specification Details
Model O5519
Pixel Pitch P1.9
Display Size (mm) 5000 × 5000 × 2500 (W × H × D)
Required Space (mm) 5248 × 5180 × 2624 (W × H × D)
Total Resolution (W × H) 4080 × 4080 pixels
Display Area 39.25 m²
Weight (without frame) ≈ 980 kg
Total Weight (with frame) ≈ 1760 kg
LED Type SMD1212
Max Power Consumption 27 kW
Average Power Consumption 8 kW
Frame Rate 60 Hz
Scan Mode 1/45 Scan
Brightness 600–650 cd/m²
Refresh Rate ≥ 3840 Hz
Display Mode Synchronous
Gray Scale 13 bit

Key Technical Considerations

When you are selecting a curved LED display, you need consider several technical factors.

Display Type & Resolution

You should Choose a high-resolution LED dome or curved screen for viewing distance; We recommend smaller pixel pitch , like P1.2–P2.5 to ensure sharper visuals for immersive experiences.

Naked-Eye 3D Capability

The system supports glasses-free 3D. It allows all viewers to experience depth perception without headsets, enhancing immersion.

Motion Platform & Seat Mechanics

Evaluate the quality and range of motion seats or suspended platforms, including tilt, lift, and rotation speed;

Brightness & Refresh Rate

The LED display has sufficient brightness more than ≥600 nits and high refresh rate ≥3840Hz to prevent flicker and maintain smooth visuals

Integrated Special Effects

You should Consider support for wind, water spray, smoke, and scent effects. It can enhance multi-sensory immersion and overall realism.

System Control & Content Management

The system should offer user-friendly software for operation, content scheduling, and maintenanc. It can make staff to manage films, effects, and motion sequences efficiently.

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FAQs:

SightLED’s standard dome display has ultra-high-definition LED panels with pixel pitch options like P1.9, total resolutions up to 4080×4080 pixels, and display areas around 39.25 m². The system supports high refresh rates (≥3840Hz), high brightness (600–650 cd/m²), and 13-bit gray scale for lifelike visuals. Motion seats, six-axis platforms, and integrated special effects complete the immersive experience.

Sight LED offers flexible seating options. Our smaller ball-screen systems accommodate 8–10 seats, while larger systems can hold up to 20 seats. Each setup can be customized to fit the venue’s dimensions, ranging from compact 40m² layouts to larger installations. They are suitable for theme parks or exhibition halls.

You should consider key considerations include display type and resolution, naked-eye 3D capability, motion platform and seat mechanics, brightness and refresh rate, integrated special effects, and system control software.

Yes. Sight LED dome displays are compatible with real-time rendering engines and AR/VR content. You can use them for interactive storytelling, educational simulations, and virtual experiences without the need for headsets.

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