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Some
Examples of IST Research
Here
are links to pages and documents
in PDF format that provide brief summary descriptions of old and new IST projects
representative of the work we do. You
can view the PDF files using Adobe Acrobat Reader or download them for later
printing or viewing. For highlights of some current
projects click on the "NEWS" button, above, or here. Individual labs (click on "LABS" button, above or here) also have
detailed descriptions of many of their projects.
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| Project
Descriptions |
Adobe pdf File
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A-TES
STO Simulation of indirect weapons fire
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atessto.pdf |
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Robotics
 Autonomous Wireless Robots Description of a project to develop tracked
robot vehicles that can investigate, map and conduct long-term
surveillance in a terrain.
Ad-hoc Robotic Testbed (ART)
Development of low-cost mobile platforms for Army Tactical Engagement
Simulation training exercises.
Intuitive Means for Robotic Control (IMROC)
A research simulation environment to investigating training issues
relevant to introduction of robotic elements into Army operations.
Indoor Mapping Robot (IMR)
Demonstration of design and implementation of a low cost mobile robotic
computing platform.
Common Robotics Architecture (CRA)
Designed in response to the need for rapid robotic application development
and prototyping for hardware control systems and data communications. |
autorobot.pdf
adhocrobot.pdf
imroc.pdf
indoormapping.pdf
commonarch.pdf
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| Department
of Information Systems Technology Descriptions of numerous
projects undertaken by our web-based information systems unit can be
found at their website. Click on the link in the column to the right. |
Information Systems Technology
(link to the Information Systems website) |
Distributed
Simulation Lab Summaries of projects in our DS lab.
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dslabs.pdf |
| Endoscopic
Surgery Simulation A Visual Systems Lab project to develop a virtual
surgery simulator. |
endosim.pdf |
| Fire
Rescue/Emergency Services Training Programs that train managers for
emergency preparedness. |
firerescu.pdf |
Haptic
Virtual Simulator Assembly
of a basic haptic test bed and exploration of haptic technology in
virtual prototyping and crew training for the Future Combat System.
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haptic.pdf |
Haptic Applications for Multi-Modal Environments Research (HAMMER)
Design and testing of a tight-fitting vest that uses cell-phone vibrators
to provide haptic feedback.
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haptics.pdf |
Human
Patient Simulator Distributed emergency medical training program
development for military and civilian medical presonnel using the human
patient simulator.
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hupatsim.pdf |
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Interactive Surgical Simulation A highly interactive surgical
simulation model helps medics train for various trauma and medical
emergencies that occur in the field. |
surgicalsim.pdf |
| INVEST
Imbedding advanced distributed simulation capabilities into combat
vehicles. |
investo.pdf |
Advanced Research in Olfaction for Multi-modal Applications (AROMA)
Research on whether adding olfactory elements to a simulation enhances the
sense of presence.
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olfactory.pdf |
Media Convergence Lab (MCL)
Specialists in creating lasting memories through the use of mixed
reality simulation, this lab strived to melt the boundary between reality
and the imagination. The MCL has made creative leaps in experiential media
innovation, through interdisciplinary research and cross-industry
applications of core multi-sensory simulation technology.
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MCL Website link |
Performance
Assessment
Technology
Evaluation of technology-enhanced solutions for improving
performance in the workplace.
Go to the RAPTER lab for up-to-date information.
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ptgptg.pdf |
 Air
Force M&S Education and Training Program |
ptgafet.pdf |
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SANG LAV Test and evaluation support for the Saudi Arabian National
Guard. |
ptgagts.pdf |
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Force
Protection Battle Lab Technology Integration |
ptgbatlab.pdf |
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Performance-oriented Workshops. Our group's offerings for
entry-level to experienced managers. |
ptgcourse.pdf |
Analysis of Program Direction A study of technology acquisition
program planning at Eglin AFB to determine whether it met requirements.
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ptgeglin.pdf |
Manufacturing Technology Curriculum A program of courses leading
toward a two-year degree in this neglected field of study.
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ptgmantech.pdf |
Modeling & Simulation Education Program Courses arising from a needs
assessment of the M&S workforce.
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ptgdmso.pdf |
PC Games and Flight Training Research into effectiveness of
commercial flight simulation games as part of a military pilot training
program.
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ptgmicros.pdf |
RAVEN
Applying Internet-available VRML technology to a high school
tutorial application to create a fun-to-use, interactive teaching tool.
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raven.pdf |
Self-directed Learninng Internet Module (SLIM) Every soldier a Sensor
(ES3) An online learning module to test and increase a participant's
situational awareness.
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slim.pdf |
| Support
to SISO IST's support to the Simulation Interoperability Standards
Organization. |
siso.pdf |
3D
Anatomical Imaging Research into producing 3D anatomical images that
are specific to the patient undergoing diagnosis.
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skull.pdf |
High-speed
Internet Assistance A joint IST/UCF effort to provide high-speed
networking between NASA's Ames Research Center in California and a NASA
Virtual Lab demo in Florida.
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vbncircuit.pdf |
Guidelines
for Web-Based ADL Design and Application
A description of the Orlando-based ADL Joint Co-lab initiatives. For
current information on the ADL Co-Lab, go to
www.JointADLCoLab.org.
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adlguides.pdf |
Ultra Wide Band Sensor for Accurate Time Difference of Arrival
Development of an unattended time difference of arrival system that can
record portions of the VHF and UHF spectrum and determine the position of
responsible transmitters.
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uwbsensors.pdf |
| Virtual
Environment Software Sandbox A suite of libraries designed
to expedite the development of applications where virtual environments
are required. Now in version 4.1 |
vess.pdf |
Vision
Spaceport Module Visualization Development of a module to visualize
data generated by alternative spaceport of the future designs.
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visionsp.pdf |
Visual Lab (Department of Applied Research and Technology) Project
updates also can be found on department web pages. Click on the titles at
right.
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Applied
Research and Technology
Media Convergence Lab
(link to the DART labs website) |
Vocal Command and Control of SAF Entities
A STRICOM-sponsored project to allow spoken commands for controlling
computer-generated forces and synthetic speech originated by virtual
entities
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vocalCnC.pdf |
Army
Research Institute VR Team Training Testbed The Fully Immersive Team Trainer (FITT) supports
experiments using virtual environment (VE) technology for team training.
After Action Review software
allows detailed investigation of each moment in a simulation training
sequence.
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vrtestbed.pdf
aar.pdf
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| ZCAP
A suite of software tools to test and evaluate terrain database
interoperability. |
zcap.pdf |
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