EquipmentSimPit 270-degree VR Projection Simulator

This 270-degree virtual reality (VR) projection platform for immersive simulation experience is located in the Human Interface Technology Laboratory (HIT Lab NZ). Our system uses multi-sensory cues (visuals, sound, vibration and smell) to immerse users in realistic settings. The SimPit can use VR to simulate training environments that create similar levels of stress and explore how to improve decision making.

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• Fidelity, situational awareness and immersion
• 270-degree field of view (FOV)
• 5.1 surround sound
• 3m^2 floor space for hardware/seating
• Projection display from three 1080p projectors
• SimPit Black projection screen boosts colours, contrast, blacks and detail and is designed to work in day light conditions
• SimPit Warp software to map projected images to the screen and blend the 3 pictures to one seamless high-resolution image
• Vibro-tactile feedback in chair
• Dual RTX 2080 PC
• Simple integration script

• Chris Buyarski
• Ryan McKee
• Robert Lindeman

• Human Interface Technology Lab

• John Britten

• Available for internal use only