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The purpose of the VR JTAC (Virtual Reality Joint Terminal Attack Controller) simulator was to allow users to train in an immersive, portable, low cost, VR-based platform while maintaining realistic interactions with their equipment.
The purpose of the VR JTAC (Virtual Reality Joint Terminal Attack Controller) simulator was to allow users to train in an immersive, portable, low cost, VR-based platform while maintaining realistic interactions with their equipment.
Summary
This project was developed students at the GRILL®. The prototype uses Vive Trackers to track objects in the real-world and provide analogs in the virtual world. This allows Joint Terminal Attack Controllers (JTACs) to train in VR while maintaining realistic interactions with their equipment.
The VR JTAC trainer allows for a user to go through the steps of calling in close air support through utilizing physical JTAC equipment.
Features and Design
Software
Unreal Engine 4
SketchUp
Blender
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Hardware
HTC Vive Pro VR
HTC Vive Trackers
Contributions
Team:
Ryan Foreman
Rachel Kahler
Seth Keadle
Zach Murphy
Nathan Smearsoll
Mentor:
Tim Rodabaugh
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Clients:
711th Human Performance Wing, Human Effectiveness Directorate
Austin Eggers
Chris Griffin
Mike Keehan
Bob Theimer
Outcomes and Additional Information
Joint Terminal Attack Controllers call in Close Air Support (CAS), supplement traditional forces, and provide significant tactical advantages.
The equipment includes a SOFLAM, PLRF, and Nine Line and is brought into the sim through utilizing Vive trackers. This allows for a user to still get tactile, realistic training with JTAC equipment while being immersed in VR.
More information and media are coming soon! Thank you for your interest in the project and patience while we add exciting content!
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