Counter-IED with virtual worlds created by szenaris
Bremen, April 16th, 2010. After a successful management buyout in early 2009, szenaris GmbH, Bremen, presents itself at the ITEC 2010 with new Virtual Reality Simulations. The core competence of szenaris is the concept, development and implementation of PC based learning software and simulation systems.
In reality, conventional training can rarely provide effective preparation for dangerous situations. Highly specialised robotic vehicles assist in CIED (Counter-Improvised Explosive Devices) tasks and save lives. Training with these remote controlled manipulator vehicles is usually impossible to achieve in the operational area.
For such robots, szenaris GmbH has developed two virtual simulations for operator training: PackBot EOD and tEODor. Using the original control equipment, a bridge is created to operate the vehicle in the virtual world via a standard PC interface.
A highly detailed, fully functional virtual model of the vehicle is displayed on screen. The camera images, the environment of the vehicle and the robot itself are all detailed in the simulation. This virtual training allows the choice of training environments, the positioning of IEDs or other objects as well as adjusting environmental parameters. The degrees of difficulty are variable. These virtual training situations simulate a wide range of surroundings and environmental parameters such as weather or lighting conditions.
Learning software designed for various fields of activity is another element of the szenaris portfolio - for example, securing a crime scene, change management for executives, team training or the operation of agricultural machinery. In December 2009, szenaris was distinguished with the "Award of Master" for the "Safety at work online" Internet based learning program. The client was the German Federal Army.
At the company offices near Bremen airport, a creative team of 27 developers, IT specialists, Web designers and authors create custommade solutions for learning programs, team training and simulations. The two managing partners are more than satisfied with the start szenaris has made in 2009. One of the managing partners, Dr. Uwe Katzky, stated: "Not only did szenaris maintain and grow the customer base but our new independence also gives szenaris the chance for further internationalization. In comparison to the figures before the management buyout, today's results already show sales growth of over ten percent."
See for yourself at the ITEC 2010, London
18th to 20th May 2010, Booth A124
Or at our website www.szenaris.com
Further information:
szenaris GmbH
Katja Hoffmann
Otto-Lilienthal-Straße 1
28199 Bremen
Germany
Phone +49 [0]421 59647-0
Fax +49 [0]421 59647-77
presse@szenaris.com
www.szenaris.com
