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17 On-site support is provided by VRAI to ensure the simulator is maintained; this is particularly 'added value', as this role is delivered by a retired Cavalry gunnery instructor! In 2022, crews deploying overseas have had an opportunity to regain some currency on the simulator. Course crews from both Cavalry and Infantry variants have also used the simulator to gain experience and repetitions on weapon system functions. In addition, the Cavalry Gunnery Instructor Course had significant use in lesson development. Some of the greatest use has been on the Cavalry AFV Commander Course and the Cavalry Young Officer/Cavalry Standard NCO Courses where qualified users developed their AFV tactical acumen prior to field exercises to great effect. For the future, the intent is to further roll out this system in the Defence Forces while also increasing the system capabilities and data collection possibilities. conducted on these maps. The scenarios are highly progressive and develop from initial range orientation practices to conventional operations at troop/platoon level. The learning environment is key to an optimised simulator. The Tpr Mullins Room was selected due to its size and location. Supported by the Ordnance Corps, the classroom was designed to maximise the learning for students, with dedicated pods for each crew. Each pod represents an individual AFV crew layout. The pods are closed over upon entrance, giving clear ownership and responsibility to each vehicle commander and promotes decision making at crew level. Each pod and crew are also networked together, enabling training at the individual skill (commander, gunner, driver), through the crew and up to troop/ platoon. The room also features a reception/ waiting area and separate brief/debrief area, this allows specific feedback to each crew. Behind the software is VRAI's data collection system. This allows instructors to track use and performance. HISTORY OF KILWORTH CAMP Lt Doyle viewing armoured vehicles on the screen Students testing the VR headsets Student using the hand controller

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