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Dutch firm Damen to establish simulation laboratory

Dutch defence, shipbuilding and engineering company Damen will work with VSTEP Simulation to build a laboratory to explore simulation solutions in the maritime industry. All image credits: Damen The duo will develop software that will extend the capabilities of VSTEP’s existing NAUTIS Maritime Simulation platform into engineering applications and therefore open up new research and development possibilities for Damen’s many R&D programmes. The initial focus will be on ship design and engineering, where software will be developed that allows naval architects and engineers to first model potential changes in a design. They will then view them in virtual reality to see the impacts these would have on the vessel’s performance. "Business units across the group require ever more simulations to mitigate the risks inherent in designing and commissioning," said Marcel Cleijsen, team leader at Damen R&D. "Costs per simulated vessel are currently high due to dependency on suppliers, high tariffs and limited re-usability as ownership remains with suppliers. This project is an investment that will drastically lower the cost per simulation by standardising the interface between components and making the completed simulations re-usable for future purposes." Damen said it was well-known for its commitment to act upon industry [...]

By | 2019-12-12T22:08:59+00:00 December 5th, 2019|
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Charles River Develops System to Assess Cognitive Workload

Charles River Analytics Inc. recently worked with NASA to assess astronaut workload and performance during the testing and evaluation of new NASA systems. The company used the measurements from its CAPT PICARD system to determine how best to display health and status on the Orion space vehicle. Image credit: Charles River Analytics NASA is continually developing new technologies to improve astronaut effectiveness. These technologies risk overloading astronauts’ cognitive capacities, degrading performance. Charles River’s system for Cognitive Assessment and Prediction to Promote Individualized Capability Augmentation and Reduce Decrement (CAPT PICARD) supports testing and engineering, allowing engineers to quantitatively and continuously evaluate the cognitive demands of new tools and systems, as well as how they affect task performance. Conducting workload assessment during developmental testing of a new system means users can identify features and designs that result in high workloads early in the process when redesigns are more feasible and less costly. The R&D Charles River conducted under CAPT PICARD and other cognitive workload assessment projects can also measure the training effectiveness of realistic training simulations. Visitors of I/ITSEC can learn more about CAPT PICARD and the company’s related capabilities from Dec. 2-6 in Orlando, Florida at Booth #1239.

By | 2019-12-05T14:47:48+00:00 December 4th, 2019|
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Indian mining company BEML get new simulator

BEML, a manufacturer of construction and mining equipment in India, has installed a TecknoSIM dumper simulator to train drivers and operators engaged in mining operations in Mysore. BEML simulator The simulator is equipped for training on two variants of the dump trucks : BH150E and BH2015E. The TecknoSIM Dump Truck simulator enables drivers and operators to train in environments and conditions faced in a real mine site without any safety risk. The three screen LED display with HD graphics provides an out of cabin view as seen from the actual equipment. The simulator environment replicates an open cast mine with necessary signs and markings. The mine site includes a workshop area, galleries, dump yard and shovel and loading area for a comprehensive training experience. The training program offered in the simulator covers major dumper aspects of mining operations. The BEML learners get an opportunity to practice hazardous situations that may occur on the mine site. The software simulates multiple environmental conditions like daylight conditions, adverse weather and low visibility. The simulator incorporates real sound and visual effects for situations that occur due to operator fault like accidents, tire burst, etc. A detailed performance evaluation report is generated at [...]

By | 2019-12-12T22:01:58+00:00 November 27th, 2019|
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Varjo expands re-seller network in Europe

Varjo Technologies has expanded its value-added re-seller network with Antycip Simulation, a European provider of virtual reality solutions, visual displays, simulation tools and engineering services. Picture courtesy of ©Lorne Campbell - Guzelian As part of the agreement, Antycip Simulation will provide Varjo HMDs to customers using its portfolio of professional VR and visual display solutions for training and simulation. “Antycip Simulation provides a complete solution of both physical and virtual elements for simulation customers, enabling a fully immersive training experience,” said John Burwell, Global Lead Simulation and Training at Varjo. In addition to Varjo’s recently announced VR-2 and VR-2 Pro virtual reality headsets, Antycip Simulation will also offer Varjo’s XR-1 Developer Edition, which makes it possible to mix virtual and real content for the first time ever, once it’s generally available. As a result, users are able to work on activities like design collaboration in the same room while also seeing other colleagues or collaborators. "With its revolutionary vision of what VR and XR will mean for enterprises, Varjo integrates with Antycip’s vision and passion to work with the world’s best technology providers to help address our customers’ challenges,” said Michel Pronier, CEO of Antycip Simulation. With Antycip [...]

By | 2019-11-27T16:07:46+00:00 November 27th, 2019|
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Chevron Shipping Upgrades Simulator Hub with VSTEP Simulation

Chevron will receive new NAUTIS Maritime Simulator upgrades as well as the opportunity to train with a Response Simulator in virtual reality (VR). As the shipping industry brings forth new challenges and demands, this latest deal will make Chevron well equipped and more capable to boost their crews’ training skills using the latest technological advancements. The new simulator upgrades are set to be delivered to Chevron’s facilities in San Ramon, United States, and Clydebank, Scotland, and includes turnkey solutions for NAUTIS Maritime Simulators. These setups give both the instructor and trainee the possibility to experience fully integrated training and include the latest NAUTIS console designs in the market. In addition to this, Chevron will also receive custom content, meaning that training will be done with an even higher degree of familiarization. Vessels will behave as they would in real-life scenarios, which is possible due to the integration of the hydrodynamics by MARIN into NAUTIS. Though there have been many steps taken in raising safety standards, the industry remains susceptible to risks. VSTEP Simulation's simulator solutions, which were developed in close collaboration with industry experts, align with Chevron’s safety training standards. The delivery will be made to Chevron’s Shipping division, which [...]

By | 2019-11-22T17:55:44+00:00 November 22nd, 2019|
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UL Launches OSHA-Authorized General Industry Outreach Training

UL, a global safety science company, in collaboration with Environmental Health & Safety Association for High Technology (SESHA), is releasing a General Industry 10-hour outreach training course, designed for the semiconductor and high-tech industries. The course provides businesses with critical guidance to understand pertinent risks, establish strong institutional knowledge, and optimize processes to build and maintain safer, healthier workplaces. Workers in these industries face unique workplace hazards, including the potential for exposure to pyrophoric, flammable, toxic and corrosive gases and liquids. Employee education and safety training to work with specialized chemicals, such as silane, arsine and Tetramethylammonium hydroxide (TMAH), is uncommon and expensive to develop. This presents a significant occupational health and safety management challenge for businesses. "In these specialized industries, tools, equipment, processes and energy control precautions can be particularly complex," said Scott Barnard, managing director of UL PURE Learning. "We leveraged our online training course development leadership while working with SESHA content matter experts to develop targeted employee learning to address these higher-risk workplace hazards. The training we offer helps businesses to demonstrate their commitment to worker safety while building workplace excellence to manage overall enterprise risk." Workers in the geographic jurisdiction of the U.S. Occupational Safety and [...]

By | 2019-11-20T22:05:16+00:00 November 21st, 2019|
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Stiles Construction Earns SHARP Award for Safety Training

Stiles Construction has been working closely with the University of South Florida (USF), SafetyFlorida Consultation Program, for several years on multiple projects. Because of Stiles’ construction project success, USF SafetyFlorida encouraged the company to apply to participate in the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, Safety and Health Achievement Recognition Program (SHARP). This program recognizes small business employers who have used OSHA On-Site Consultation Program services and operate exemplary safety and health programs. Acceptance of a worksite into SHARP from OSHA is an achievement of status that singles a company out among its business peers as a model for worksite safety and health. Stiles Construction upper management has placed great emphasis on safety by putting together an experienced and dedicated safety team. They strive for growth and the betterment of their safety culture – not only within the Stiles organization, but also among their subcontractors. Stiles remains proactive in working with their subcontractors to expand safety training and occupational hazard awareness to working personnel across all projects. They believe in empowering every employee to remain proactive in educating one another and having the ability to stop work at any time in the event that a potential hazard presents itself. During the [...]

By | 2019-11-20T21:51:09+00:00 November 20th, 2019|
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Deutsche Bahn opens VR training centre in Cologne

German railway group Deutsche Bahn AG (DB) has opened a new training center in Cologne-Dellbrück, the largest and most modern of its kind in Germany. Some 250 apprentices will be trained at the 7,200 square meters facility each year. The centre also makes use of the potential of virtual reality. A 2.2 tonne train simulator for the locomotive series 185/192 allows users to perform test drives and exams. It can simulate weather conditions such as snow, fog and heavy rainfall. "DB is increasing its capacity in education and training," board member Martin Seiler said at the opening ceremony. "We are investing in the future and in a strong track." The group said it was hiring thousands of new employees that required training. "Cologne-Dellbrück offers the most modern learning conditions," Seiler added. Construction of the new centre began in August 2018. It combines locations in North-Rhine Westphalia that were previously separate, turning them into a high-performance unit. The Deutsche Bahn subsidiary DB Training, Learning & Consulting will run the facility.  

By | 2019-11-20T09:30:17+00:00 November 19th, 2019|
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Singapore invests heavily in RMDP transport training

Singapore's Coordinating Minister for Infrastructure and Minister for Transport, Mr Khaw Boon Wan, has unveiled a S$100 million Rail Manpower Development Package (RMDP). The RMDP initiative for railway workers is co-developed with the Public Transport Operators (PTOs) and the National Transport Workers’ Union (NTWU).It aims to expand the rail workforce and accelerate the rail workforce transformation over the next five years. This will prepare workers to run an expanded and more complex rail system. The RMDP enhances existing training programmes offered by the PTOs and initiatives supported by Workforce Singapore and SkillsFuture Singapore. It comprises three key components: * Manpower development incentives to encourage PTOs to expand and accelerate their training in future-relevant technologies and skillsets, in emerging areas such as data analytics and condition-based maintenance. Around 3,000 rail workers will benefit; * New SGRail Industry Scholarships and in-service sponsorships co-funded by LTA and the PTOs to attract and retain talent to become future industry leaders. The SGRail Industry Scholarships for programmes at ITE and Institutes of Higher Learning are open to students who wish to pursue a promising career in the rail industry. Around 400 students and workers will benefit. * Co-investments in training hardware equipment like simulators or [...]

By | 2019-12-12T21:56:36+00:00 November 14th, 2019|
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Area9 Lyceum, EMC Performance Partner

Area9 Lyceum has signed a partnership agreement in the Netherlands with EMC Performance to improve business results through continuous improved human performance. Under the agreement, EMC Performance has rights to distribute Area9 Rhapsode, the fourth-generation adaptive learning platform, across The Netherlands. The Area9 Rhapsode Learner interface and all learning content will be in Dutch. EMC Performance helps organizations achieve their objectives by supporting employees and managers in improving their performance. For this EMC Performance develops practice oriented customized company training courses and tools for learning on the job. Measuring impact and workplace learning are the pillars of the approach. “EMC Performance is a great fit for Area9 Lyceum. Its broad reach across several outstanding Dutch profit and non-profit organizations will help us deliver cutting-edge learning solutions to even more organizations wanting to build skills and competencies across their workforce,” said Ulrik Juul Christensen, M.D., chairman of Area9. Area9 Rhapsode uses artificial intelligence (AI) to deliver a highly personalized approach that replicates the one-to-one interaction of a tutor and learner in a digital environment. By identifying and addressing each learner’s knowledge and skills gaps, the adaptive learning platform meets learners at their individual skill levels, which greatly increases engagement.  

By | 2019-11-13T22:20:52+00:00 November 13th, 2019|
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