Challenges in Virtual Reality Training for CBRN Events

Abstract

The contemporary geopolitical environment and strategic uncertainty shaped by asymmetric and hybrid threats urge the future development of hands-on training in realistic environments. Training in immersive, virtual environments is a promising approach. Immersive training can support training for contexts that are otherwise hard to access, dangerous, or have high costs. This paper discusses the challenges for virtual reality training in the CBRN (chemical, biological, radioactive, nuclear) domain. Based on initial considerations and a literature review, we conducted a survey and three workshops to gather requirements for CBRN training in virtual environments. We structured the gathered insights into four overarching themes—the future of CBRN training, ethical and safety requirements, evaluation and feedback, and tangible objects and tools. We provide insights on these four themes and discuss recommendations.

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“…This trend towards VR as a training tool can be observed within the domain of training for first responders generally, including law enforcement [11,12], fire departments [13], medical experts [14], and first responders to chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) incidents [15,16]. It is particularly valued as an effective tool for training in professions where mistakes in real-life situations can pose a grave threat to individuals and potentially result in loss of life [15,17,18].…”

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“…Проте існують технологічні виклики у вигляді обробки даних, затримок та взаємодії. Для використання повного потенціалу VR у різних галузях потрібні комплексні рішення, які охоплюють весь шлях обробки даних та користувацький досвід [45][46][47].…”