Chapter 16: XR in Military, Defense, and Security
Abstract: XR (Extended Reality - VR, AR, MR) is transforming military, defense, and security by creating hyper-realistic, AI-powered training for complex scenarios (combat, rescue), enhancing real-time situational awareness and mission planning with digital overlays, improving complex equipment maintenance via AR, enabling remote collaboration, and reducing costs/risks of live exercises, allowing forces to adapt faster and operate smarter . Key applications include AI-driven Synthetic Training Environments (STEs), AR for soldier interfaces (like IVAS helmets), and immersive VR for tactical drills and understanding civilian threats. Key Applications Training & Simulation: Immersive VR/MR creates safe, realistic environments for high-risk training (air combat, urban ops, first aid) without real-world dangers, reducing costs and logistics. AI-Powered Synthetic Environments: AI generates dynamic, data-rich virtual battlefields (STEs...