C4I Simulation Based Embedded Team Training

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C4I Simulation Based Embedded Team Training

• September 10, 2002John DalyNaval Research
  Laboratory202 767-6766jjdaly_at_ninja.nrl.navy.mil
  

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C4I Training Systems

• Formal Classroom Training
• Book and Manuals
• C4I System Simulators(Genesis of Team Training
  concept)
• Computer Based Training Aids (CBTs)(PC based
  documentation, Mimic systems)
• C4I Embedded Training Systems(Integral C4I
  system applications)

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Embedded Training Systems

• A training capability that is an integral part
  of the computer system the training is targeted
  for

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C4I Embedded Training

• An integral part of the C4I system design
• Database embedded clients
• Training Data interacts with C4I system
  applications
• Runs in an operational system.
• Keeps training data separate and distinct from
  real-world data
• Provide positive management for trainers of the
  training event.
• Supports Distributed scenario based training
• Operator Training
• Team Training

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C4I Embedded Training Concept

• Training data is substituted in place of
  real-world C4I data during a lesson
• C4I responds to the training data and the
  trainees interactions in an identical fashion to
  real world data
• Training Data can be clearly revealed as
  training, or routed to selected trainees.

Non-intrusive C4I embedded training must not
compromise normal operations.
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Example Embedded Training Lesson Teach Basic
Functions in real world scenario
C4I Application Dynamic Training
Scenario Training Instructions
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Embedded Training Modes

• Operator Level Training Mode
• Tactical use of the C4I system in a realistic
  operational environment
• Team Training Mode
• Scripted Scenarios visualized and accessed
  through C4I system (COP) and applications.
• Distributed to multiple workstations via
  LAN(Combat Center Training)
• Distributed to multiple workstations via
  WAN(Fleet training/exercises)

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Stages of Embedded TrainingC4I/Simulation
Interoperability
Messages
C4I
C4I as Black Box
Data is sent to C4I as text messages

• Simulation Display

network
APP
C4I Application Interoperability
C4I
HLA/RTI

• Object transfer
• Distributed functionality
• Database synchronization

Object data exchanged

• Object commonality
• Simulation part of COE
• Database Integration
• Tactical Picture Integration
• Fully portable

C4I
Simulation in C4I Embedded training Application
Embedded Sim Infrastructure
DII COE C4I
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Fully Embedded Training Simulations

• Portability of the Embedded Training application
  
• enables easier use, and deployed unit use
• Integrated C4I Archiving, Analysis and Replay of
  training events
• for After Action Reporting (AAR) and training
  metrics analysis
• Interchangeability of simulations or models
• allows a tailored training environment
• Full configuration management of the training
  system architecture within the C4I system.
• Full control over who sees what, and where it
  goes
• Full access to all C4I functionality and data
  within the C4I system architecture

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GCCS-M Embedded Team Training (CTTS)

• Expansion on scripted scenario-based Embedded
  Training for GCCS-M
• First used in NTCS-A 1994
• Proven methods for Training scenario management
  and distribution
• Need for organic simulation
• Embedded Simulation for sensor analysis and
  visibility
• Provisions for modular simulation incorporation
• Warfare simulations
• Acoustic simulations
• Utilizes CMT simulation as server
• C4I provides scenario and initialization tools

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CTTS GCCS-M ApplicationSegment/COE Architecture
Ex. Mission Editor
Simulation COP
CMT Server
Dynamic Run
Training COP
CTTS Mission Application
Archive/ Replay
Ex.Mission Editor

• Common Services
• Unique Services

Virtual Track Manager
CMT Server
Common Support Applications

MS
MS Office Word, Access
JMV
Common Operational Environment

Infrastructure Services
OODBMS
TMS
UCP
HLA RTI

Kernel
Solaris OS
Win2000/NT OS
- Primary COE Services used by CTTS
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GCCS-M CTTS Exercise Mission Editor
Exercise Mission Editor
The Embedded Simulation Client (e.g., CMT DB
Client) is a Plug-in tailored to the specific
application to provide parametric inputs, user
interface and runtime controls. The Scenario
Generator, COP Capture, Scenario Preview and VTM
are standard ESI components common to a wide
range of C4I planning, training analytical
applications. They could be broken out into
separate segments, if done as unique servers, or
client modules. COP Capture provides access to
real world information for situation assessment
and time projection analysis.
Embedded Simulation Client
Scenario Generator
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Scenario Objects - Tracks - Waypoints
XML Scenario Files
COP Capture
Scenario Preview
Virtual Track Manager (VTM)
Create the Exercise

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Scenario Generation
Waypoints
Direction Of movement.
Platform Position at Reference Time (11 08253Z
JAN 02)
Midpoints
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Scenario Editing
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COP CaptureSimulation Initialization Tool
Purpose capture real world tracks and provide
them to an application for initialization time
projections.

• Select Tracks of Interest (Forces, Platforms,
  Track Types, etc).
• Select geographic location (lat/long and
  circumference area).
• Extract data from TMS.
• Set DTG.
• Provide to an Application as
• Simulated Tracks Objects (TMS-4 objects).
• Message Objects (OTH Gold, RPR, DIS).

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Exercise Mission Editor CMT ServerEstablish
the Exercise Databases
Client/ Server
Provides the parametric database interfaces.
Exercise Mission Editor
CMT Server
CMT Database Client
Scenario Generator
Report Generator
Data Bases
Training Exercise Setup
Sensors Emitters EMCON NTDS Non-Org. Sensors
Scenario Objects - Tracks - Waypoints
Sensor Analysis
XML Scenario Files
COP Capture
Scenario Preview
Access to Scenario Objects w/ Parametric Data
Virtual Track Manager (VTM)
Create the Exercise Establish the Parametric
Data Bases
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CMT Runtime ClientRun and Analyze the Exercise
Scenario
Exercise Mission Editor
CMT Server
CMT Database Client
Scenario Generator
Report Generator
Data Bases
Sensors Emitters EMCON NTDS Non-Org. Sensors
Scenario Objects - Tracks - Waypoints
Sensor Analysis
XML Scenario Files
COP Capture
Scenario Preview
Track Object Updates to the CMT Server
Client/ Server
Dynamic Run
CMT Runtime Client
Virtual Track Manager (VTM)
Dynamic Run
Create the Exercise Run the
Exercise
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Exercise Mission Editor CMT ServerCreate the
Exercise COP
Process the Track Objects
Exercise Mission Editor
Training COP
CMT Server
SIM-COP Display
CMT Output Client
CMT Database Client
Scenario Generator
Report Generator
Data Bases
Sensors Emitters EMCON NTDS Non-Org. Sensors
Scenario Objects - Tracks - Waypoints
Track Reports to the CMT Output Client
TMS Track Reports to the TRN-COP Display
Sensor Analysis
XML Scenario Files
COP Capture
Scenario Preview
Dynamic Run
CMT Runtime Client
Virtual Track Manager (VTM)
Dynamic Run
Create the Exercise Run the
Exercise Create the Exercise COP

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Exercise Mission Editor CMT ServerArchive/Repla
y ground truth and exercise perception
Process the Track Objects Create the Exercise COP
Exercise Mission Editor
Training COP
CMT Server
SIM-COP Display
CMT Output Client
CMT Database Client
Scenario Generator
Report Generator
Data Bases
Sensors Emitters EMCON NTDS Non-Org. Sensors
Scenario Objects - Tracks - Waypoints
Sensor Analysis
XML Scenario Files
COP Capture
Archive and replay the exercise ground truth
and perceived scenarios.
Scenario Preview
Annotate briefs.
Dynamic Run
CMT Runtime Client
Replay
Debrief Author
Archive
Virtual Track Manager (VTM)
Archive/Replay
Dynamic Run
Create the Exercise Run the
Exercise Archive Replay the Exercise

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Exercise Mission Editor CMT ServerConduct and
Display Exercise Analysis
Process the Track Objects Create the Exercise COP
Exercise Mission Editor
Training COP
CMT Server
SIM-COP Display
CMT Output Client
CMT Database Client
Scenario Generator
Report Generator
Data Bases
Sensors Emitters EMCON NTDS Non-Org. Sensors
Scenario Objects - Tracks - Waypoints
Conduct and display exercise analysis.
Sensor Analysis
XML Scenario Files
Exercise Analysis
COP Capture
Scenario Preview
Dynamic Run
CMT Runtime Client
Replay
Debrief Author
Archive
Virtual Track Manager (VTM)
Dynamic Run
Archive/Replay
Create the Exercise Run the
Exercise Archive Replay the Exercise

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SUMMARY

• Embedded Team Training requires Simulations to
  produce a realistic operational environment.
• These Simulations can be internal (embedded) or
  external (network integrated)
• The CTTS Embedded Team Training Application can
• Host multiple simulations (modular) for varying
  aspects of training
• Do After Action/Post Exercise Debrief and
  Analysis
• Generate scenarios within C4I
• Access to/from C4I databases real-time
• Visualize Training from within the C4I COP
• Distribute Training Cop via normal C4I network
• Integrate with other sensor simulations and
  training systems