VisiTech: Simulation Engineering: DVTE

Deployable Virtual Training Environment (DVTE)

The Deployable Virtual Training Environment (DVTE) is a prototype Marine Corps system to address training at the individual, team, and unit levels. It consists of two parts: the Combined Arms Network (CAN) and the Infantry Tool Kit. It is composed of COTS/GOTS technology and is hosted on a self-contained network of easily configurable laptop computers. DVTE provides first-person battlefield viewpoints via individually simulated weapon systems. It contains an emulation of a tactical communications network and provides a state-of-the-art after action review capability.

DVTE’s Combined Arms Network (CAN) provides a deployed unit with the opportunity to train in a combined arms environment when the live training is not available. Maneuver commanders have the opportunity to exercise the assets of the MAGTF against a robust, realistic enemy force. Flexibility is key, as the commander can task organize his unit against the threat. His FIST can control mortar and artillery fires, while also coordinating rotary and fixed wing fires against moving, fighting targets. Tactical comm nets are replicated for realistic C2. A robust AAR is included. The AAR provides an exact playback of the training event, complete with time-synchronized communications.

For DVTE, VisiTech provides the needed modifications for the Joint Semi-Automated Forces (JSAF) used to provide opposing forces and supplement friendly forces as necessary. We also provide the system initialization through the use of the Multi-Host Automation Remote Control and Instrumentation (MARCI) system. MARCI is also capable of remote status monitoring, file distribution, federation control, remote screen captures, and time synchronization.

VisiTech also developed the after action review system for DVTE. This system records all simulation and voice data and plays it back in a synchronized manner. It is also provides for bookmarks for rapid location of critical events during playback and has a data analysis capability. VisiTech is also the systems integrator for the CAN. In that role, we provide federation systems engineering, integration leadership, and network design and administration.