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`VRSim Plans Virtual Reality Training
` Systems for the Manufacturing Industry
`News Editor | Jan 13, 2010 17 views No Comments
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`EAST HARTFORD, CT (January, 2010) –VRSim’s 3D simulation and technical
` computing experts are about to release their next virtual reality training system.
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`Virtual reality training systems utilize a three dimensional environment in which a
` human can interact. Physical interfaces, such as tools, amplify the feeling of
` performing a task. Virtual reality simulators are most commonly used for training
` military pilots; but, the technology can also be applied to manufacturing or
` maintenance tasks that are hazardous, dangerous or have high material costs.
` “Using developments in both virtual reality technology and the gaming industry,
` VRSim will create a new simulation that will be cost effective and green,” said
` Matthew Wallace, President & CEO of VRSim. “Our aim is to utilize technology
` and to stretch training dollars, so we develop each system with the bottom line
` cost in mind,” Wallace stated.
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`VRSim was the first company to produce a cost effective virtual reality system
` for training welders. SimWelderTM augments traditional training methods by
` providing significantly more passes to students and giving instructors objective
` feedback. Using SimWelder, students enter an interactive virtual environment
` that merges computer generated data with physical props, including a welding
` helmet, GMAW torch, and SMAW device (which retracts to simulate the burn off
` of an electrode). VRSim introduced SimWelder in 2003 and later installed
` multiple systems at the U.S. Army’s Aberdeen Proving Grounds. In 2008 VRSim
` introduced a portable version of SimWelder for organizations needing to take
` welding classes to the students for financial, logistical or geographic reasons.
` By mid 2009, 139 SimWelders were sold worldwide.
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`The Lincoln Electric Company®, the world leader in the design, development,
` and manufacture of arc welding products, recently acquired VRSim’s welding
` technology. Together, the companies produced the next generation virtual
` reality welding simulator. Lincoln Electric launched the VRTEX™ 360 Virtual
` Reality Arc Welding Trainer (www.VRTex360.com) at the 2009 Fabtech AWS
` show.
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`VRSim Plans Virtual Reality Training Systems for the Manufacturing Industry | CustomerThink
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`“Having SimWelder technology powering the VRTEX360 is a strong testament to
` the realism and effectiveness produced using virtual reality for detailed or
` hazardous manufacturing and industrial work,” said Wallace. “We are a short
` time away from announcing VRSim’s next virtual reality trainer for
` manufacturing and industry. We will continue to press the envelope and provide
` cost effective applications that utilize the best technology has to offer.”
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`About VRSim, Inc. (www.vrsim.net)
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`VRSim, Inc. is a rapidly growing technology company headquartered in East
` Hartford, CT. VRSim is a leader in the development of virtual and augmented
` reality training tools and simulations. Lockheed Martin Aerospace, U.S. Army,
` Lincoln Electric, South Dakota School of Mines and Technology,
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`Northrop Grumman, Sikorsky Helicopter, and Flight Safety International are
` some of the prominent organizations using VRSim’s products and services.
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`MEDIA CONTACT: Rebecca McKnight; 860-893-0080;
` rebecca.mcknight@vrsim.net
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`© 2010 VRSim, Inc. All rights reserved. SimWelder is a trademark of VRSim,
` Inc. in the United States and other countries. All other trademarks mentioned
` herein are the property of their respective owners.
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