Authors
Bellanca JL; Orr TJ; Hoebbel C; Helfrich W; Macdonald B; Navoyski J; Demich B; Mechling JJ; Schmidt PE; Chasko LL; Cohen J
Source
Application of Computers and Operations Research in the Mineral Industry (APCOM) Conference, June 26-28, 2023, Rapid City, South Dakota. Englewood, CO: Society for Mining, Metallurgy & Exploration (SME), 2023 Jun; :1-16
Abstract
The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) in partnership with the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) developed VR Mine Rescue Training (VR-MRT). It is a training platform that allows mine rescue team members to explore virtual emergency scenarios collaboratively. Team members use a head-mounted display to visualize and interact together with equipment, hazards, and dynamic ventilation. All player actions are recorded and displayed for debriefing. Researchers at NIOSH demonstrated the training platform at various mine rescue competitions, including the International Mine Rescue Competition, and collected feedback. Participants' responses were overwhelmingly positive. This paper describes the development of the software platform and the results of the usability surveys and interviews.
Keywords
Emerging technology; Virtual reality; Training; Mine rescue; Computer software; Emergency preparedness; Mining industry
Document Type
Conference/Symposia Proceedings
Source Name
Application of Computers and Operations Research in the Mineral Industry (APCOM) Conference, June 26-28, 2023, Rapid City, South Dakota
