The European Perspective on Blended Simulation
(Room S329)
28 Nov 18
2:00 PM
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3:30 PM
Speaker(s):
Wim Huiskamp, Chief Scientist, Modelling, Simulation and Gaming, TNO Defence Research; Jean-Louis Igarza, Chief Scientist, Antycip Simulation; Graham McIntyre, Chairman, ETSA; Peter van Onzenoort, Head Simulation Section, Netherlands Armed Forces Joint IV Command; Roberto Ambra, Head of the Section Avionics, ITAF HQ; Ulf Jinnestrand, Senior Consultant and Advisor, 4C Strategies
Modeling and Simulation is a crucial technology for current and future training needs. The challenges of a complex mission environment and the limited availability of live training opportunities lead to increasing use of simulation as a cost-effective means to achieve mission readiness of our armed forces. However, live training remains important as it complements virtual and constructive simulations.
The European Training and Simulation Association (ETSA) has invited representatives from several European armed forces to discuss the national vision on the optimal mix of live, virtual and constructive simulation (i.e., blended simulation). The presenters will provide an overview of current capabilities and share examples of blended simulation approaches that leverage the specific advantages of different approaches. The evolution and mid-term plans will be discussed, as well as the partnerships (NATO, EDA, R&D, Industry) that are in place or desired to further develop blended simulation capabilities.
The ETSA special event panel session will engage with the audience on the way ahead towards blended simulation and discuss how to engage with ETSA and leverage its partnership agreements with NTSA, SISO and Industry.