A simulation is an approximate model-based imitation of a process or system and represents its behavior over time, as close to reality as possible or necessary. The simulation and replication of synthetic real-world environments is used in many contexts, such as simulation of technical systems in research, development and design for performance evaluation and optimization, safety engineering, testing, education and training, and certainly also computer games.
Simulation Systems Consulting in this context provides engineering services and consulting in
- Simulator Systems for Visual, Motion, Sound/NVH, Scenarios, and HMI Concepts
- Modeling, Simulation, Analysis, and Control of Dynamic Systems
- Simulation of Virtual Environments
- Human-In-The-Loop Simulator Operations
Computer-based simulation models can be used to show the eventual real effects of alternative conditions and courses of action. Therefore, simulation can be used when the real system cannot be engaged, because it may not be accessible, or it is just being designed and doest not yet exist. The system might also be unacceptable to engage, because it may be dangerous for the operator, the environment, or the system itself. Simulation is also a valuable tool for training if operating the real system would be much more expensive compared to operating a simulator (e.g. for flight simulators).
Simulation is a growing field in transportation human factors. Following the early implementation of flight simulators for pilot training the use has widened to cars, trucks, ships, trains and even motorcycles, with applications ranging from empirical studies in the laboratory to complex training procedures.
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