Systems Technology Inc. Releases PARASIM® Version 8 with Advanced Training Capabilities

PARASIM® is a dynamic virtual reality simulator for comprehensive parachute training. Trusted by U.S. and international military forces, it continues to serve as the premier solution for preparing airborne troops around the globe.

By combining advanced 3D virtual reality technology with validated parachute dynamics and realistic, instrumented controls, PARASIM® allows jumpers to refine their skills in a safe, controlled environment, on the ground, before ever stepping into the skies.

With over 36 years of continuous innovation, PARASIM® is the product of decades of expertise in hardware and software development. Today, more than 400 systems are deployed worldwide, supporting military training in diverse environments and operations.

PARASIM® has earned its reputation as the exclusive parachute trainer for U.S. Special Forces, Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force, and Smokejumpers. In addition, it has been deployed in 14 other countries and has been “flight proven” for over 30 years in real-world operational settings.

Solution of choice for parachute training around the world, with proven training scenarios for immediate curriculum adoption.

Immersive VR Training: Experience a fully interactive VR environment with a suspension harness and sensor-based controls, simulating real-life jump conditions.

Realistic Canopy Dynamics: PARASIM® replicates physics-based canopy behavior, ensuring trainees feel how their parachute will perform in various conditions.

Environmental Variability: Train in diverse terrain and weather conditions, preparing jumpers for any challenge they may face in the field.

Instructor Tools: Real-time monitoring and after-action reviews allow instructors to track performance and provide focused feedback.

Expert-Developed Dynamics: Built with insights from aerodynamics experts and the parachuting community, PARASIM® offers the most realistic effective training.

Continuous Innovation: PARASIM® evolves with the latest advancements in parachute and harness technology, ensuring it remains the go-to tool for both novice and experienced jumpers.

Pre-training for Live Jumps: Version 8 provides a safe environment to practice canopy control before live jumps, allowing jumpers to build confidence and muscle memory.

Emergency Procedure Mastery: Trainees can now repeat malfunctions drills and critical emergency scenarios unlimited times, ensuring they’re ready for any situation that may arise during a live jump.

Mission Rehearsal: Integration of real-world terrain data allows for realistic mission planning and operational rehearsals, helping jumpers prepare for specific environments and conditions.

Team Coordination: With networked simulators, groups can train together, honing their teamwork and coordination for complex mission scenarios, all in a virtual environment.

Aircraft Exit: Includes in-aircraft visualization scenario and visual transition sequence of aircraft exit prior to the parachute opening.

Canopy opening-shock effect

Global Terrain: Whole-earth environment with realistic atmospheric conditions and Earth's curvature.

Rapidly model new scenarios for operations anywhere in the world.

Graphics Engine: Modernized rendering engine for volumetric lighting, better shadows, and higher performance.

Vegetation & Environment: Procedural, dynamic vegetation, detailed snow/ground saturation, and 3D clouds with volumetric shadows.

Graphics Models: Includes an extensive library of more than 19,000 high-fidelity 3D models of tanks, aircraft, ships, weapons, characters, and misc. objects for the users to integrate into the training scenarios.

Navigational Aids: features compass, GPS display and ATAK integration

AI: Configurable, predictable, and repeatable AI system.

Tools: Streamlined scenario creation with VBS Geo to rapidly customize terrains without the need for expert knowledge.

Interoperability: Integrates with VR/MR and other simulation systems via protocols like HLA/DIS.

Canopy-Specific Proficiency: With a large and continuously expanding library of in-service military canopies, PARASIM® allows jumpers to train on the equipment they will use in live operations. Trainees can rehearse new deployment methods, harness configurations, and canopy handling characteristics, building familiarity and confidence before ever leaving the aircraft.

Life-Saving Emergency Rehearsal: PARASIM® enables realistic, chute-specific malfunctions training in a controlled classroom environment. Jumpers can identify and respond to equipment failures and critical scenarios with a qualified instructor and repeat those drills until the correct response becomes instinctive. These high-risk, high-value repetitions are rarely possible in live training.

Operational Efficiency for Instructors: Designed with a user-friendly interface and intuitive controls, PARASIM® allows a single instructor to set up, initiate, monitor, and review one or multiple networked systems from a centralized workstation. This streamlined architecture reduces manpower requirements, minimizes maintenance complexity, and simplifies troubleshooting, maximizing both training time and resource efficiency.

Military Airborne Units & Special Operations Forces: Enhance readiness with realistic jump simulations, mission rehearsal scenarios, and precise canopy control and landing.

Aircrew Requiring Emergency Egress Training: Safely practice emergency procedures in a controlled virtual environment.

Training Command Facilities & Unit Refresher Training: Streamline instruction with networked systems, ready-for-curriculum scenarios, and easy-to-use controls for efficient, repeatable training.  Comprehensive scoring and after-action review for both beginner and advanced jumpers.

Mission Planning Teams: Rehearse operational scenarios using real-world terrain and environmental data for better mission preparedness.

Explore the PARASIM® product page to learn more about its capabilities.

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