Teaching language and cross-cultural communication with avatars and robots
Communication skills are critical in a global economy.
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Apr 9, 2015
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News tagged with military training
Scientists develop realistic canine bite sleeve to improve training
Army scientists designed and developed a realistic canine bite sleeve trainer to improve the performance of military and civilian K9s. Military working dogs often serve an essential role in military operations.
Veterinary medicine
Jul 29, 2020
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Guns, grenades and iPads for Singapore soldiers
New recruits to Singapore's military, air force and navy are to get a new standard-issue item of equipment besides their rifle -- the iPad.
Consumer & Gadgets
Jun 27, 2011
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Training soldiers to disobey 'illegal' orders
The military should be cautiously training soldiers to disobey unlawful superior's orders as a way of legally protecting them against a criminal conviction, according to QUT legal expert Dr Carmel O'Sullivan.
Other
Mar 27, 2013
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Europe swelters in record-breaking June heatwave
Spain, France and other western European nations sweltered over the weekend under a blistering June heatwave that has sparked forest fires and concerns such early summer blasts of hot weather will now become the norm.
Environment
Jun 18, 2022
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Game Lets Soldiers Train in a Virtual Iraq or Afghanistan
(PhysOrg.com) -- A training tool being developed by a research team from the Arts and Technology program may soon make it easier for military service men and women to perform their missions in Iraq and Afghanistan. The First ...
Software
Feb 23, 2010
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Putting gamers on the spot with virtual-reality goggles
Strap on the headset and adjust the goggle to your eyes. Look down and you'll see the floor of a space station. Look up and pipes weave above your head. Turn left or right and the tight walls of a dark corridor flank your ...
Hi Tech & Innovation
Dec 6, 2012
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Researcher locates 'virtual eyes' to enhance 3-D experience
3D movies are a popular trend this year, with countless films opting to include features that make viewers feel as though they are a part of the action. But what if 3D technologies in movies were not just a feature, but an ...
Hi Tech & Innovation
Aug 12, 2013
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Military looks for more 'fear factor' in training simulators
The group of Marines sprang into action and raced into combat position, with weapons aimed, as they assaulted a possible terrorist stronghold. Moments later, they were sipping sodas and chatting with friends about weekend ...
Hi Tech & Innovation
Dec 15, 2011
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Human capital benefits of military boost economy by billions
A recent study from North Carolina State University finds that U.S. government spending on military personnel has a positive impact on the nation's human capital—essentially improving the American workforce. Using a new ...
Social Sciences
May 17, 2019
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