US Department of Defense Acquires Havik VR Simulation Training Platform for Special Operations Command

Published on August 11, 2023

The US Department of Defense (DoD) has secured a $19.9 million contract for the Havik virtual reality (VR) simulation training platform, intended for the US Special Operations Command (USSOCOM). This move reflects the growing importance of metaverse technology in defense, particularly for training and education. Havik's modular VR training system complements the DoD's existing simulators and includes the Havik Joint Fires Trainer, which offers immersive training while allowing the instructor station to be separate. The system caters to USSOCOM's need for remote, interoperable training, including Joint Terminal Attack Controllers. The contract aligns with efforts to involve small businesses in the defense industry and emphasizes the significance of investing in metaverse foundational layers for electronics and semiconductors. Geopolitical tensions are driving military modernization, increasing the demand for metaverse technology.

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