Review on visualization technology in simulation training system for major natural disasters.
Ning Li1,2,3, Na Sun1,2,3, Chunxia Cao1,2,3
1Institute of Disaster and Emergency Medicine, Tianjin University, Tianjin, 300072 China.
Natural Hazards (Dordrecht, Netherlands)
|March 21, 2022
Summary
Virtual reality and augmented reality simulation training systems offer a vital solution for preparing emergency responders to major natural disasters. These immersive technologies enhance training effectiveness and accessibility, especially during social distancing measures.
Area of Science:
- Disaster Management and Emergency Response
- Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) Simulation Technologies
Background:
- Increasing frequency and impact of major natural disasters necessitate improved emergency preparedness.
- Traditional emergency drills lack realism and are hindered by social distancing requirements due to pandemics.
- A gap exists in comprehensive overviews of simulation training systems for natural disasters.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide an overview of simulation training systems for major natural disasters.
- To analyze visualization techniques, architectures, and functions of existing systems.
- To discuss limitations and future directions for natural disaster simulation training.
Main Methods:
- Review and analysis of visualization techniques used in simulation training systems.
- Comparison and summarization of architectures and functions of current natural disaster simulation systems.
- Identification of limitations and future development trends in the field.
Main Results:
- Simulation training systems utilizing VR, AR, and mixed reality offer effective solutions for disaster preparedness.
- Analysis covers visualization techniques, system architectures, and functionalities across different disaster phases.
- Identified limitations and future research directions for enhancing practical application of these systems.
Conclusions:
- Simulation training systems are crucial for enhancing emergency response capabilities and disaster education.
- These technologies provide a scalable and accessible alternative to traditional drills, especially under current global conditions.
- Further research and development are needed to optimize simulation training for real-world disaster scenarios.
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