6D Rig

The 6D rig is a six-line system, allowing for very stable and impressively flexible movement. Not only can objects be flown in all directions between the winches, but the object itself can also be tilted or rotated in any angle or direction. This allows for a very natural-looking flight path, and for this reason was the technique chosen to fly the dragon around the auditorium in Shrek the Musical, currently running in London's West End and elsewhere.

Speeds of up to 15m/s and acceleration of 1.5G are possible. For a demonstration showing how this rig works, and the various types of movement possible, please take a look at this demo reel.