Flowlab XR IceNav simulator is the perfect tool for training deck officers to navigate in polar waters. This cost-effective training solution is based on VR technology which means that you get low hardware cost and high portability. In other words – training anywhere, anytime, even on board vessels.
Our ice navigation simulator has a comprehensive instructor and scenario builder application where the instructor can control weather and daylight settings, add vessels to the scenario, change location, add props and voice communication with participants in the training exercise. This application can also be used to playback sessions for analysis and review.
The simulator allows for multiple operators and vessels. The operators navigate by visuals and/or using ice radar and ECS – depending on weather conditions. You can have multiple operators on the same bridge and voice communication between them. In addition, you can also have multiple vessels and crew with communication between them in the same scenario. Our ice simulation model features realtime collision and fracturing.
The Flowlab XR IceNav is developed in close co-operation with leading operators in polar areas, such as 90North Ice Consulting, Viking Ice Consultancy and the Arctic University of Tromsø (UiT). The simulator can be delivered as a portable system or as conventional stationary solution.
The Flowlab XR IceNav simulator is approved by Swedish Maritime Administration for use in certified Polar Code courses. Around 350+ people a year complete basic and advanced Polar Code courses using the Flowlab XR IceNav for the ice navigation training.
Ice Navigation Benefits:
Cost Effective
Both in acquisition and operation (hardware: only laptop and VR headset).
Scalable
Add twin simulators at low cost for more complex scenarios and/or parallel training.
Portable
Train anywhere and anytime; Train on site, off-site or even on board vessel.
Multi-User
Collaborate in the same scenario, from the same or different locations.
High Training Volume
Simulator allows trainees to repeat training without increased cost.
Safety
No risk of harm or damage to personnel or equipment.
Instructor Station
The tablet application gives the instructor full control of the training session. He can also communicate wirelessly with training candidates using the tablets microphone and speaker.
Functionality overview:
- Time of day control
- Ocean wave spectrum parameter adjustments
- Wind direction and speed
- Visibility adjustment (fog)
- Rain / snow
- Alarms
- Multi-user role/position assignment
- Voice communication with participants
- Voice communication with participants
- Spawn vessels
Instructor Station Features:
Plans & Pricing
Our subscription plans are designed to reduce risk in acquisition of training simulators and to scale and follow your business model.
At the bottom of this page you find a link to more information about subscription plans and pricing.
PORTABLE SETUP – fits in a laptop backpack!
