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Rheinmetall and Hologate Announce Strategic Partnership to Revolutionize Military Simulations.
Rheinmetall AG, a global leader in defense and security technologies, has signed a strategic cooperation agreement with Hologate, a market leader in advanced Extended Reality (XR) solutions. This collaboration aims to push the boundaries of innovation in simulation technologies, particularly for military training applications.
Rheinmetall has signed a strategic cooperation agreement with Hologate. This collaboration aims to push the boundaries of innovation in simulation technologies. (Picture source: Rheinmetall)
Realistic and advanced simulation technologies have become essential in a context where training systems must meet increasingly complex requirements. Rheinmetall's extensive expertise in military training systems, combined with Hologate's cutting-edge XR technologies, sets a new benchmark for military and security training solutions.
Hanno Tabeling, Head of Driving Simulation Systems Technology at Rheinmetall, emphasized the significance of this partnership: “This collaboration marks a significant step in expanding our portfolio of VR/XR training and simulation solutions. With Hologate’s state-of-the-art software, we can offer our customers even more realistic and flexible training options. The first outcome of this partnership is a VR driving simulator designed specifically for military driver training.”
Hologate brings substantial experience gained from its collaborations with the German armed forces and police, where its XR technologies meet the highest training standards. The company’s flagship product, the HGXR SIM, perfectly illustrates this combination of versatility and efficiency. This mobile XR simulator supports various training scenarios, including helicopters, trucks, and boats. Its open system architecture allows for quick switching between vehicle models, optimizing resource usage and reducing costs.
The advanced motion-tracking technology of the HGXR SIM minimizes latency and replicates dynamic forces of up to 2g. With a motion range of one meter in height and tilts of up to 30 degrees, it provides an immersive and precise training experience. These features make the simulator an ideal solution for various training environments and operational scenarios.
Leif Petersen, CEO of Hologate, highlighted the importance of this partnership: “By combining our expertise in XR technologies with Rheinmetall’s know-how, we are able to develop groundbreaking simulation solutions. Together, we aim to set new industry standards.”
This collaboration illustrates the shared commitment of both companies to harness modern technologies to address the evolving challenges of military training. By developing solutions tailored to the specific needs of military and security forces worldwide, Rheinmetall and Hologate aim to enhance the effectiveness of training programs for military drivers, crew members, and other personnel.
This strategic partnership marks an important milestone in transforming military training, combining Rheinmetall’s strong legacy with Hologate’s innovative vision for XR technologies. Together, the two companies are poised to redefine training simulation standards for military and security forces around the world.