FRANCE: Corys has completed the renovation of Paris operator RATP’s metro train driving simulators.
RATP has a total of 23 compact simulators and one full-scope simulator.
New PCs have been deployed, computer generated images switched to Matrix technology, and the functionality of the Octys system and scenario management updated. The full-scope simulator’s edge blending projection system with two projectors has been replaced by a structure with five 55 inch vertical displays with thin edges.
INNOTRANS: The integration of photorealistic computer-generated images created using the Unreal Engine into rail training simulators is to be showcased by Corys at InnoTrans 2024. The company says this marks ’a significant advance that will make train driver training more attractive and effective’. An advanced scene ...
UK: Polish company SIM Factor is to supply Northern with six motion platform cab simulators including 600 km of real footage of the operator’s routes. These will provide a full-immersion environment for training drivers, conductors and other apprentices. There will also be a passenger saloon simulator ...
UK: Transport for London is looking for ‘innovative solutions’ which would reduce its reliance on full scale mock-up cab simulators for training London Underground drivers. TfL says full-scale simulators ‘seem to add value to the training experience’, but are large, immovable, and require staff to travel ...
