Rheinmetall Defence Electronics - Naval Training and Simulation Systems

Rheinmetall Defence supplies an extensive array of simulators for naval training applications, including tactical, CIC, sonar, mine warfare, navigation and radar simulators. Our state-of-the-art simulators enable future naval officers to prepare for their mission at sea, helping them to make the right decisions even in extreme situations.

Training simulators for naval officers

Our simulator systems for naval training include:

• Action speed tactical trainer / naval tactical team trainer
• Submarine command team trainer (SCTT)
• Submarine control simulator
• Combat information centre simulator
• Sonar part task
• Anti-submarine warfare simulator (ASW)
• Mine warfare simulator
• Naval light gun simulator
• Damage control simulator

Action speed tactical trainer (ASTT) and naval tactical team trainer (NTTT)

Consisting of surface platforms, submarines, aircraft and much more, the ASTT represents the state-of-the-art in simulation-based naval training for tactical scenarios.

Submarine command team trainer SCTT

The submarine command team trainer is a shore-based, computerized simulation system for training all ranks of the submarine team in order to achieve maximum combat power at sea. The SCTT simulates in an efficient and flexible way true tactical situations which are presented to trainees who work in the submarine's combat information centre (CIC).

The weapons officers and operators are trained in operation and response to specific tactical problems under the supervision of their exercise controllers. Furthermore, the SCTT provides capabilities for the development and analysis of naval doctrines for the submarine, the torpedo firing and guidance methods and optimum operation of on-board equipment.

Submarine control simulator SCS applications

A submarine control simulator (SCS) is a shore based training facility for training of the steering and engineering control tasks of a submarine. Thus the submarine control simulator can be regarded as an essential training device for the crew of the technical control centre of a submarine.

Subsystems and segments

A typical submarine control simulator consists of the following main components. The simulator cabin is designed as a replica of the submarine's section containing the technical control centre, with trainee stations and instructor station. The simulator cabin is mounted on a motion system with two degrees of freedom which is controlled by the mathematical submarine model. Typical maximum deflections for the motion system are 45° in the pitch direction and 30° in the roll direction. The mathematical model performs a real time simulation of the submarine. Inputs from the trainees and the instructor are evaluated and the appropriate outputs are sent to the relevant operator stations.

Combat information centre simulator CIC

The CIC simulator for surface ships is a shore-based training simulator that simulates / emulates the CIC equipment of a surface ship (destroyer, frigate, patrol boat) with the following subsystems:

• Active and passive sonar
• ECM/ECCM
• Radar
• Weapon (gun, missile, torpedo)
• Command and fire control system
• Visual track capability
• Sonar scenario trainer

This system trains sonar operators in the detection, classification and analysis of acoustic signals received by submarine passive sonar systems, passive towed array and flank array systems. It is a comprehensive training asset, covering the complete set of required components.

Anti Submarine Warfare Simulator ASW

The anti-submarine Warfare ASW simulator is designed for training all units participating in ASW missions, including surface ships, submarines, helicopters or maritime patrol aircraft. Its inherent flexibility enables multiple concurrent exercises to be run simultaneously, including multiple operation rooms (CIC cubicle).

Mine hunting simulator

Different mine hunting scenarios can be simulated in real time under all environmental and tactical conditions. Underwater objects are detected, classified and countermeasures initiated. All operations are documented for evaluation after training.

Naval light gun simulator

The naval light gun simulator focuses primarily on the following functions and processes:

• Survey and reconnaissance of territorial and international waters
• Detection and identification of unknown surface craft or airborne contacts
• Navigation and manoeuvring of SOC in accordance with mission procedures, even under hostile fire
• External and internal communication procedures
• Light gun operation procedures
• Development of new tactical procedures and doctrines
• Training in all required procedures:
• Use of platform sensors
• Attack procedures
• Use of MLG 27 light naval gun (targeting and shooting)
• Post mission procedures
• Training to operate in extremely high stress situations and under highly realistic conditions
• No restrictions due to lack of availability real ships or availability of a clear field of fire (surface and air space)
• Scenarios and missions can be trained in a way they would never be trained at sea
• Training sessions can be repeated and re-trained under exact same conditions even days or weeks later

Damage control simulator

The HQ1 team and scene leadership trainer (HQ1 Trainer) provides a classroom training environment covering a wide range of challenging and highly realistic scenarios within a computer-controlled environment. The HQ 1 Trainer is an independent PC-based training system.