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RAF Cadets Gifted Simulation Software
Halldale | Lockheed Martin has donated 230 licences of its Prepar3D V6 simulation software to the UK’s RAF Air Cadet Charity (RAFAC). Valued at over £10,000, this software offers cadets immersive...
German Police Training Exploits XR
HOLOGATE | German turnkey XR solutions company HOLOGATE has secured a three-year contract with the North Rhine-Westphalia (NRW) police to provide VR training through its HGXR division. The advanced...
British Army’s XR-Controlled Drones
UK Defence Journal | In a recent exercise at Fingringhoe Ranges, British Army soldiers have been honing their skills with advanced First Person View (FPV) Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS) as part of...
VR Brings Hope to Veterans
▶ Source - VA News ▶ Gary Ruc, an Army veteran and VA employee, shared a poignant testimony at the 2024 VA Immersive Summit about his first encounter with virtual reality. Ruc, who served multiple...
Firefighter’s Haptic Hoses and Vests
Sky News | Training solution company FLAIM deploys XR technology, includes haptic feedback through "haptic hoses" and temperature-adjusting vests together with HTC VIVE headsets, allowing trainees...
Military Training’s AI and Simulation
Halldale | HTX Labs and MAK Technologies have partnered to integrate AI-driven training with advanced simulation software, aiming to revolutionise military training. Their collaboration, featuring...
Pilot Training – Tactile and Virtual
Shephard | The Office of Naval Research has introduced a new mixed reality simulator for pilot training, combining virtual and physical elements to enhance realism. This advanced system includes...
Australian Institutions Warn of “Metacrime”
EurekAlert | Researchers from Griffith University and other Australian institutions warn of "metacrime" in virtual reality environments, where users face threats like harassment, virtual assault,...
Czech Police Acquire Flight Simulator
Halldale | Entol has sold an H145 FNPT II MCC flight simulator to the Czech Police, marking the first installation of this training device in the country. The simulator, featuring a high-fidelity...
Policing Crime in the Metaverse
Silicon | Policing the metaverse presents new challenges as digital spaces grow. The article discusses the need for regulation, addressing potential crimes like harassment, fraud, and data...
Gaming, Exercising, Modelling, Simulation Growth
GlobalData | This report highlights the increasing importance of gamification and simulation training in the defence sector. By leveraging technologies like AI, ML, AR, and cloud computing, the...
Humans & Machines Training Together
Shephard Media | The US Army is advancing its training and operational methodologies for Robotic Combat Vehicles (RCVs), transitioning from smaller robotic platforms to larger armed UGVs. This...
VR in Frontline Military Operations
BBC News | In northeastern Ukraine, drones have become central in warfare, with soldiers using jamming equipment to counter Russian drones. Drones are used for reconnaissance and direct attacks,...
AI Co-Pilots Trained in Simulation
BBC News | Future aerial dogfights will likely feature AI co-pilots, honed through advanced simulations, assisting human pilots with tactical advice and quick decision-making. These AI systems,...
Military Simulation Game’s Significant Sales
GameRant | 11 year old Arma 3, Bohemia Interactive's tactical military simulator, saw a massive sales boost during the Steam Summer Sale, selling nearly 700,000 copies. This surge was driven by a...