NASA ISS Astronauts Train in Augmented Reality
A new mixed-reality simulator lets International Space Station crew members hone their skills on the ground before rocketing into low Earth orbit.
By strapping on a consumer VR headset (in this case, it appears NASA is predominantly using the HTC Vive) and tapping into Unreal Engine’s integrated networking support, trainees can work together from different locations around the globe.
NASA is no stranger to emerging technologies: The agency last year launched its Mars 2030 VR experience, allowing players to conduct several short missions on the red planet.
In August, it tried out the new High Dynamic Range Stereo X (HiDyRS-X) camera in an effort to analyze video from a test of the Space Launch System’s solid rocket booster. The HiDyRS-X can capture high-speed video with orders of magnitude higher dynamic range than your smartphone.
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