All but war is simulation. The US Army leadership has also long recognised the potential of embedded simulation. As early as March 1987 the army established embedded training as the preferred method for training device strategies. This research programme is targeted specifically at developing and demonstrating the technologies needed to embed simulation in combat vehicles.
Embedded simulation is a key technology used for embedded training.
The digital range mode is entirely virtual. The weapons system will be inactive and training will be in a fully virtual environment - virtual terrain, virtual movement, virtual ammunition. This mode will introduce realistic virtual images of both friendly and opposing forces into vehicle sensors and displays. The crew will use on board systems to virtually manoeuvre their vehicle and engage opposing vehicles. Digital range mode includes capabilities for intra-vehicle actions and interactions that support training as a crew.