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The Department of Communication Sciences at Case Western Reserve University and Virtra Systems, Inc. has designed a revolutionary, interactive 180 degree immersive virtual reality (IVR) simulation theater for communication disorders called the Virtual Immersion Center for Simulation Research (VICSR). This interactive IVR theater surrounds the user with three eight by ten foot screens and enables them to experience an interactive training simulation which utilizes state-of-the-art rear projection-based technology.
VICSR features include:
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Customized two dimensional branched HD films targeting "real life" scenarios |
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External displays and supplemental computer monitoring/recording systems to track users virtual experiences |
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Specialized authoring software allowing for high levels of social interactions with "real life" scenarios |
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Dynamic instructor station allowing SLP clinicians/instructors the ability to control social interactions within a given virtual setting |
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Biometric feedback data for monitoring anxiety levels throughout a virtual experience |
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Observation room for family members, teachers and other professionals to observe virtual experiences |
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