3D Interactive Tech Talk – Aviation Safety, Stephen Hawkins on Oculus Rift, Technician Training

Welcome to our recurring post, 3D Interactive Tech Talk, highlighting how interactive technology is being used right now and where it’s headed.

WATS 2014 Focusing on Safety
Noting the importance of cultivating a top-down culture of safety, WATS 2014 will focus on companies creating Safety Management Systems, including documentation and training designed to replicate typical maintenance problems. We’re guessing they’ll come to the same conclusion we have: that the future of training is portable, scalable and modular.

Stephen Hawkins Riffs On Possibilities Presented by Oculus Rift
In this video, Hawkins explores the possibilities presented with the creation of Oculus Rift, the “virtual reality entertainment system so immersive, it makes you feel like you’re really there.” Watch to learn some of the secrets behind the Rift!

As Composite Use Grows, So Does Technician Training Needs
With the increase in composite materials used by airlines, MRO service providers have had to direct more resources toward new equipment and technician training. And this trend will continue – time to prepare!

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