Specifications include, but are not limited to: 1. Simulator o Three (3) 55-inch High Definition 4K flat screen displays with 225-degree fieldof-view o Enclosure that provides at least partial cover for monitors, that is not permanently fixed and a solid floor that will accommodate optional motion system to move entire simulator in the room that it is stationed in o Modular design which allows for changing operator positions from snow removal vehicle operator position to other vehicles including Airport Aircraft Rescue & Firefighting (AARF), car/pic-up truck and more o Realistic vehicle sounds from 5.1 surround sound audio system 2. Driver/Operator Position o Dashboard instrumentation are the actual Original Equipment Manufacturer instruments, gauges, and controls and are laid out in the same relative position as in actual vehicle ▪ OEM parts must include at least the following: • Adjustable air ride seat, retractor 3-point seat belt, tilt and telescoping steering column, accelerator pedal, brake pedal, warning lights, indicators, light and chassis switch panels, ignition switch, hazard switch, turn signal switches, front and side wiper controls, headlight (low and high beam) and work light switches • Simulated 6-speed automatic transmission control. • Seat belt sensor, seat vibrations/tactile feedback from seat transducer • Simulated air brake system that supports Low Air Warning System (LAWS) test • Digital force feedback steering system that provides realistic steering feel. Example would be when simulated vehicles hits a curb or object the driver feels realistic response from steering wheel • Simulated side-view mirrors that can be adjusted by driver • Integrated radio communication unit that communicates with instructor radio and other simulators in the system • Functional cockpit fan • Snow removal vehicle features include OEM switches, panels and joystick to control the virtual plow, broom and blower 3. Simulator software ▪ Selection of virtual drivable vehicles including at a minimum Oshkosh H series (Plow, blower and broom), pickup truck and AARF crash truck. Each vehicle must include virtual model with accurate forward, left, right and mirror views from the perspective of the driver/operator. ▪ Each virtual drivable vehicle must contain realistic simulated vehicle dynamics incorporating actual properties such as vehicle weight, engine characteristics, transmission shift ratios, suspension and steering characteristics. ▪ Integrated airfield virtual training environment with runways, taxiways, airport tower and vehicle service road that are from the Baltimore Washington Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) AOA. The marking must be included and in accordance with FAA standards. ▪ The virtual airfield must include various types of surfaces including concrete, asphalt and grass each containing its unique physical characteristics that affect vehicle performance and handling of the simulated vehicles. ▪ The virtual airfield must include realistic and appropriate signs, runway and taxiway lights, buildings, and other objects typically found at BWI. ▪ Runway and other airfield lights must be functional and interact realistically by casting lights and shadows and interacting with weather conditions, such as rain, snow and fog. ▪ Realistic weather conditions including snow, ice, rain, fog and wind. Each of the conditions are variable and adjustable by the instructor. Surface friction on the virtual environment changes appropriate with all weather conditions. ▪ Snow accumulates on the ground and on vehicles. Frost can accumulate on the simulated vehicle windows which would limit vision. ▪ Realistic snowplow dynamics: • Plow blade can be maneuvered by raising, lowering and angling by OEM controls in simulator • Snow can be plowed into windrows and windrows can be plowed by simulated vehicles within the scenario. As the snow is plowed and worked, it becomes more compacted and harder to move. ▪ Realistic broom dynamics: • Broom attachment can be maneuvered by raising, lowering and angling by OEM controls in simulator. The virtual broom affects the snow on the virtual airfield as it would in the actual vehicle. The simulator visuals show the snow billowing and blowing from the rotating broom core and can create a blinding effect for the driver. The blown snow is affected by the wind and requires the driver to be aware of wind and other environmental conditions. The virtual broom capabilities include auxiliary engine control, broom speed control, proper broom set up, broom vibration and brooming operation. ▪ Realistic blower dynamics: • Blower can be maneuvered by raising, lowering and angling the chute by OEM controls in simulator. The virtual blower vehicle includes the capability to manipulate the snow or windrow on the airfield and to discharge and direct the flow of snow from the blower chute. The snow from the chute can then accumulate on the airfield and cover objects on the airfield. The virtual blower capabilities include auxiliary engine control, ribbon speed control, and proper blower set up and operation. ▪ Time of Day visuals effects must be adjustable by the instructor. The position of the sun moves according to time-of-day selected. This provides training environments at any time of day and night and offers realistic real-life challenges including sun glare when driving East in the early morning and into the West at sunset. Realistic shadows are created by all objects in scenarios as they would in real life.
