The PULSE team had a unique opportunity to test the first mixed reality BlueRoom Simulations system in Europe, and we sincerely thank its developers for this experience as well as for Skills Meducation for hosting us at their fantastic facility. This innovative simulator impressed us with its high level of realism, environmental immersion, and the ability to monitor provider metrics such as heart rate, SpO2, and stress levels. Additionally, the system allows for the collection and analysis of measurable data, which is crucial for training and evaluating outcomes.
Thanks to mixed reality technologies, participants can interact with real objects such as tourniquets, medical kits, and airway management devices, seamlessly integrated into the virtual world. This creates an immersive effect without losing the sense of working with real equipment.
From our team’s perspective, the system seems to have been primarily developed for aeromedical evacuation medics. It offers the opportunity to "experience" various aeromedical platforms, from the UH-60 Black Hawk to the C-17 Globemaster. This makes perfect sense, as it eliminates the need to deploy actual aircraft for training. Additionally, there are scenarios with the Bushmaster, stabilization points, and TCCC scenarios for Care under fire or threat phase.
We believe BlueRoom is an excellent and effective tool for professional training. At the same time, it can be used a supplementary training stage that complements traditional methods. We hope this system once will become accessible to Ukrainian military personnel, adding new opportunities to their training programs.