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Augmented Reality (AR) Explosive Ordnance (EO) Search Training
Dr Aled Catherall Technology Lead, Defence
Marketplace 2016
Defence technology innovation Electronics systems specialist who design and implement novel technology solutions, specialising in: • agile, immersive training
• bespoke communications systems
• electronic warfare and survivability
• low-SWaP (size, weight and power)
sensor systems
• resilient location, timing and frequency
Research & development - Technology assessment - Electronics manufacturing
• tracking of sensor head • virtual target • real time visual feedback • mimicking different ground types
AR EO search training
Success to date
• fully functional
concept demonstrator
• supports 4 people
• integrated with
basic metal detector
What next… • phase 2 teamed with
• integration with in-service
equipment
• demonstrate to UK
and foreign forces
• target Future Ground Search
programme
Virtual Reality (VR) Training Evaluation System
Peter Doig Business Manager, Defence
Marketplace 2016
• VR cognitive skill identification • streamlined training • optimal recruit placement
Sensory immersion training effectiveness
Success to date • fully functional
concept demonstrator
• VR engine and
database driven
web based interface
• candidate ability grading
• collaboration with
• identification of additional skill tests
• large scale user trials across all three services
• statistical proof of ‘fit-for-purpose’ based on proven Cambridge Cognition academic and commercial background
What next…
We’re looking for… Advice
• technical requirements; user requirements; Defence Lines of Development (DLODs)
Collaboration • cognitive insight
Investment
• product development; testing; global rollout
Exploitation • UK and export market