Immersive Learning Environments
Abstract
This project matures and demonstrates immersive technologies that include the application of photorealistic synthetic environments, multi-sensory interfaces, virtual humans, and training applications on low-cost game platforms for Soldier training applications using simulation technologies. This project uses advanced modeling, simulation, and leadership development techniques to leverage the emerging immersive technologies that are created at the Institute of Creative Technologies (ICT) University Affiliated Research Center (UARC) at the University of Southern California to develop training prototypes for technology demonstrations with an emphasis on urban operations, asymmetric warfare, resilience and rehabilitation to support Warfighting units and Army Institutions (TRADOC and Medical). Resilience and rehabilitation research will focus on Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). The ICT's collaboration with its entertainment partners creates a true synthesis of creativity and technology that harnesses the capabilities of industry, and the research and development community to advance the Army's capabilities. Efforts in this program element support the Army science and technology Soldier portfolio. Work in this PE complements and is fully coordinated with efforts in PE 0602308A (Advanced Concepts and Simulation), PE 0602785 (Manpower/Personnel/Training Technology), PE 0602787A (Medical Technology) and PE 0603007A (Manpower, Personnel and Training Advanced Technology). The cited work is consistent with the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering science and technology priority focus areas and the Army Modernization Strategy. Work in this project is performed by the Army Research Laboratory (ARL), Human Research and Engineering Directorate, Simulation and Training Technology Center (STTC), Orlando, Florida.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Project
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2014
- Source ID
- S28_0603015A_3_2040_PB_2014
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