Create a free starter account, or log in.

Get access to four free articles per month, as well as our Decisive Edge Newsletters and Daily News Bulletin.

Email Address

Password

Forgot your password? Reset by clicking here

Create a Password

[[ req.met ? '✓' : '•' ]] [[ req.text ]]

Re-enter Password

Passwords do not match

First Name

Last Name

Country

Confirm your account

Please enter the four-digit pin below that has been emailed to you.

Didn't receive the pin yet?

This pin expires in 20 minutes.

[[ error ]]

By creating an account, you agree to the Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.

Stay informed with Shephard's award-winning journalism. Unlock unlimited access and in-depth analysis with a corporate or individual subscription.

Explore your options here

Special simulator enhances IAI avionics design

26th February 2020 - 11:30 GMT | by Arie Egozi in Tel Aviv

RSS

Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) is using a specially built VR simulator to help it design the layout of avionics systems in upgraded aircraft.

The VR simulator was designed and built by a team in IAI’s Aviation Group Innovation Unit. The simulator uses a very advanced VR system, seen through special goggles.

When Shephard flew the simulator in a recent visit to IAI, it simulated the cockpit of an upgraded Black Hawk helicopter.

The arrangement of every avionic system in the upgraded glass cockpit was visible through the goggles. By pointing the VR goggles around the redesigned cockpit, the user sees

Already have an account? Log in