Oceaneering International Web Site - 2010

Prof. Robert B. Laughlin
Department of Physics
Stanford University, Stanford, CA 94305

http://www.oceaneering.com/rovs/rov-training-facilities
(Copied 15 Jan 10)

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ROV Simulations (MIMIC)


Oceaneering's MIMIC system provides a realistic simulation platform for equipment staging, development of procedures, design validation and training. Importing standard electronic drawings into Oceaneering's proprietary simulator allows the software to create a powerful and efficient project preview and assessment tool. MIMIC users can study, map and simulate entire fields accurately from the earliest stages of conceptual development through post-job analysis.

MIMIC can easily be configured to depict various levels of visibility, sonar noise, bottom type, surface action and water current conditions. Hazard identification, procedure development, equipment integration testing and cost reduction are key applications MIMIC provides. ROV pilots can test and hone their intervention skills, learning job tasks before performing the actual work.

The MIMIC system delivers unparalleled collision dynamics, defined as the science of how objects interact in a virtual environment. Precise site familiarization's, rehearsals, evaluations and documentation can be provided for Customers worldwide. Multiple camera view, virtual 3-D image rotation and zoom features allow real-time viewing of all major equipment.

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