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Engineers at an English University have created a human torso simulator in a bid to boost back support innovation. Lancaster University's simulator features a male torso-shaped mechanical test rig, alongside computer simulation models. It was created with geometries and other properties that act like human tissues. The simulator can... 8 August 2019
In the world of simulations, getting a system to act as close to authentic as the real-world situations it represents is always the main goal. Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC), Carderock Division develops high-fidelity acoustic simulation and training systems, giving naval personnel the ability to practice combat scenarios virtually. 8 August 2019
The Patient Safety Movement Foundation (PSMF) is hosting the 2nd Annual Make the Save Soccer Tournament on Saturday, October 5, 2019, at Irvine Great Park in Irvine, California, from 8 am - 5 pm. Medical errors are the 3rd leading cause of death in the U.S. and 14th worldwide. 8 August 2019
The NHS in England will open a national artificial intelligence laboratory to enhance care of patients and research as part of a £250m AI investment by the government. The move was announced by Health Secretary, Matt Hancock, who said the AI Lab will foster a team of experts to work... 8 August 2019
Training in resilience development, an element of CRM, has been required by EASA air operations regulations since 2016. Mario Pierobon talked with training leaders about approaches to managing risk and challenging flight events. 8 August 2019
Insights and perspectives on the state of virtual-, augmented- and mixed-reality technology supporting maintainers’ continua of learning, from diverse civil aviation training leaders. Group Editor Marty Kauchak reports. 8 August 2019
The subject matter of the recent Asian Aviation Education and Training Symposium 2019 (AAETS) in Seoul, Republic of Korea, was tightly focused on the Multi-crew Pilot Licence (MPL) and maintenance and engineering topics. AAETS Chair Chris Long and M/E Chair Dr. Bill Johnson report. 8 August 2019
2019 marks the 50th year since the Brazil-based aircraft manufacturer Embraer was created. Chris Long visited the OEM to learn their go-forward strategy for commercial and business aircraft. 8 August 2019
The exponential demand for pilots, technicians and other aviation professionals is spawning more schools, more training device developers, and more scientific techniques. Rick Adams highlights some trends gaining traction. 8 August 2019
“Low end” training devices continue to add capability such as tactile cockpit controls, visual systems, motion and even virtual reality. Chuck Weirauch highlights some of the newer entrants to the market. 8 August 2019
VIA Technologies Inc. has launched the VIA Mobile360 Mining Kit, a complete ruggedized system that reduces injuries and fatalities from vehicle collisions in hazardous mining and quarry environments. 7 August 2019
The Institute for Defense Robotic Surgical Education program celebrated a significant milestone, training the 100th team on robotic surgery at Keesler Air Force Base, Mississippi, in July. This milestone is significant for Keesler’s InDORSE program, showing how far the curriculum has come since the program first stood up in... 7 August 2019
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