A SIMULATION system developed for the automotive stevedoring space and port services has gone live in Australia.
The new system, Motum World, is a software package developed in Australia that has been tailored to driving scenarios in ports, mining, emergency services and other industries.
Qube Ports is a launch partner of the stevedoring package, and several of their Australian facilities have been replicated in the software for training purposes.
Environments and vehicles are customisable, and instructors can tailor training scenarios, including testing driver responsiveness, awareness, and defensive skills under a host of varying conditions.
For trainers, a range of metrics can be recorded, including speed, throttle control, steering precision, braking technique, proximity to other vehicles and road rule infringements.
Melbourne-based developer Motum Simulation said any driven vehicle, AI vehicle, surrounding buildings, structures and landscapes could be developed to simulate real-world conditions and processes, such as roads around loading docks or emergency service bases.
“We are incredibly proud of our initial release, which has been with select partners for 18 months now, including Qube Ports, Alkane Resources, and emergency service providers,” Motum Simulation managing director Steve Hoinville said.
“A particular focus of the program is to make it as adaptable as possible for any driver education requirement.
“For instance, it can be used in heavy vehicles, Ubers, taxis, material handling and forklifts, port services, rail, and beyond – we have the functionality to expand into any training regime for any industry.
“Our aim is to develop skills and behaviours in the virtual environment that transfer directly to the real world, which is a true breakthrough for the driver training and education industry.”
Motum World can be specified to be operated with a virtual reality headset, on a screen or a combination of the two options.
