KNDS KMW Ver.3 Simulation Software
For all of its virtual simulators, e.g. for Driving Simulators, Tabletop Trainers, and Gunnery/Combat Simulators, KNDS uses our universal, cross-functional software framework which fully covers all training needs of driving simulation and gunnery/combat simulation.
The software is modular and scalable to fit optimally to all different simulators.
It includes all network components necessary to interconnect different simulators by standard Ethernet connection with DIS-protocol. This means, simulators can be DIS-networked without any further programming or additional effort, only simple configuration work is necessary. This concept is the result of more than 30 years of experience in Training & Simulation.
This universal, cross-functional software gives major benefits to the customer. The Graphical User Interface IMI® (Instructor Management Interface) is identical on all simulators, i.e. once an instructor is trained on one simulator; he is able to operate any other KNDS simulator. No additional training is necessary.
The sophisticated Computer-Generated Forces (BATSIM®) on all network-connected simulators appear visually identical and also behave and act identical in the simulation. This means, the simulators provide 100% fair fight in networked simulation. This is a mandatory precondition for the training of joint operations!
The rich and detailed databases from KNDS USA in combination with KNDS’s visual system MilCIG® are harmonized to provide the maximum performance and quality to the user.
The entire software is designed and optimized to run on standard COTS IT-equipment. Expensive customized equipment is not necessary. This approach minimizes maintenance costs and maximizes uptime.
As a result, training devices from KNDS USA are world-class systems which have defined fielded and proven effectiveness and reliability.
The cross-functional KNDS simulation framework has been developed in close contact to experienced military training experts around the world and matches exactly with their needs:
Integrated IMI®: KNDS’s powerful “What you see is what you get” Graphical User Interface for instructors and trainees.
BATSIM®: Flexible and intelligent Computer Generated Forces suitable for urban operations.
Highly precise simulation of the weapon system’s logic and dynamic response: In addition to providing superb training devices, KNDS is also a leading supplier of ground-based weapon systems. The unique knowledge of how a weapon system works has been introduced into our sophisticated simulation models to exactly match with the behavior of the real system and to give the best dynamic response and simulation accuracy.
Como® which is DIS-based radio and intercom simulation,
3D-sound where the trainee can detect the heading and distance of the sound source.
Record & Replay for after action review (AAR) and powerful assessment tools have been developed in close collaboration with Army instructors all over the world.
MilCIG®: KNDS’s world class COTS visual system running on standard PCs and license free from 3rd party vendors! MilCIG® has standard interfaces and is optimized for maximum performance and real-time dynamic database manipulations
Dynamic Terrain: in proven KNDS quality and fidelity. KNDS has world leading technology for the accurate simulation and display of dynamic terrain manipulation caused simulation driven events, like artillery impacts which cause a crater with real physical depth, or a tank hit on a building which causes the building to collapse and creates debris consisting of different particles/stones that become an obstacle for vehicle.
Dynamic Objects in high detail and large variety available for the instructor to enrich the simulation scenarios.
Networking with other simulation systems from KNDS for the training of Joint Operations, or other simulators supporting the DIS/HLA interface is possible.
