TELEHANDLER SIMULATOR

The telehandler simulator provides operators with a realistic telehandler experience in a virtual environment, ensuring a safe and effective working environment. It helps operators improve their skills and prepare for real-world conditions.

Learning Technologies
SIMPro3 Telehandler Simulator

The telehandler simulator is a training tool designed to teach operators how to safely and effectively use a telehandler, a versatile lifting and carrying machine. The simulator mimics real telehandler machines and work environments as closely as possible, allowing operators to practice before using the actual machines.

Errors made with real telehandler machines can be costly and pose safety risks. Training with the simulator eliminates these risks, providing a safer and more cost-effective learning environment.

The simulator offers various training scenarios at different levels, including tasks such as lifting, carrying, placing loads and managing dangerous situations. Realistic scenarios help operators learn to work under challenging conditions and enhance their skills. Additionally, the telehandler simulator provides flexible and customizable training modules, offering an experience tailored to each operator's learning needs. Personalized training allows users to progress at their own pace and level, making the learning process more efficient.

Simulator Highlights

It offers comprehensive lesson plans covering all aspects of telehandler operation. Operators have the opportunity to learn about vehicle features, safety measures and advanced techniques.

It provides a cost-effective, reliable and realistic learning environment for training qualified telehandler operators.

The simulator includes various scenarios that prepare operators for real-world conditions. It allows quick transitions between different working conditions (environmental conditions, load types, ground conditions, weather conditions and working hours).

It features a fully equipped cabin that accurately and precisely conveys the physical behavior of the telehandler to the user. Users can benefit from a realistic steering, speed and lifting experience.

It offers a system that enables users to correctly identify and track materials and loads.

The simulator provides 3DOF or 6DOF motion platform options. These motion systems allow operators to experience different levels of movement freedom and provide a realistic driving experience. All platforms are compatible with virtual reality headsets.

The telehandler simulator allows for the creation of customized training plans tailored to the operator's skills and needs.

It offers cyclical training scenarios with different difficulty levels, helping operators continuously improve their skills.

The simulator has a control layout that matches the real vehicle controls exactly. The placement of all controls in the simulator is identical to their placement in the actual vehicle, helping operators adapt to real-world configurations.

Operators can manage the telehandler, monitor performance values and change settings using a touch-screen control panel.

It provides detailed reports to the instructor about the operator's development. These reports allow for tracking the progress and areas for improvement of the operators.

Software Features

The software that realistically models the dynamic responses of the telehandler provides accurate reactions to every movement of the vehicle. The engine, torque, steering, braking and other subsystems are realistically simulated.

The engine model is based on real pedal-rev-torque data provided by the manufacturer. This data allows for an accurate reflection of the telehandler's performance and responses.

The telehandler simulator offers a range of scenarios that allow operators to practice in different working environments. Scenarios include maneuvering in tight spaces, load imbalance and challenging weather conditions.

The simulator realistically simulates the drop in engine speed and other strains when the telehandler operates under load. This helps operators better understand the machine's performance under load.

Vehicle dynamics are simulated to include five different drag models. These models realistically reflect the vehicle's movement and responses under various conditions.

The simulator is designed to fully comply with the real-life operating procedures of a telehandler.

The engine's fuel consumption is simulated to match the data provided by the manufacturer.

The simulator enables operators to correctly identify and manage different types and weights of loads.

Environmental elements are optimized to enhance the user experience without overloading system resources. It provides efficient simulation without compromising the sense of realism.

Realism is increased with simulated day and night conditions according to date and time. Different lighting sets are available for rain, snow, fog and cloudy weather conditions.

High-quality texture rendering-based images are created for mirrors and camera systems.

The telehandler simulator monitors and analyzes the operator's performance in real-time. The simulator provides instant feedback and helps operators improve their skills.

The simulator is designed to be compatible with virtual reality (VR) headsets, offering users a more immersive and realistic experience.

Equipment Requirements

• 1 simulation computer
• 1 virtual reality headset (for the virtual reality version)
• 3 monitors/TVs
• 1 cabin containing the physical inputs of the telehandler machine (steering wheel, pedals, etc.)
• 1 touch screen
• 1 uninterruptible power supply (used to ensure data and system security against power outages)

Motion Platform Options

The telehandler simulator comes with different options such as a stationary platform, a 3DOF motion platform and a 6DOF motion platform. Each platform option is designed to meet the diverse training needs of users. The platforms allow operators to prepare for real-world working environments.

Real Time Graphics and Visuals

Thanks to detailed graphics and realistic visuals, operators encounter various scenarios during the simulation and can experience real-world conditions. Real-time graphics and visuals allow operators to simulate different weather conditions, times of day and seasons. The simulation helps operators learn how to work in various conditions and understand how to adapt to them.

Steering and Joysticks

In the telehandler simulator, the steering wheel and control levers are essential components designed to mimic the real telehandler experience as closely as possible. The ergonomic and highly sensitive steering wheel replicates the feel of a real telehandler steering wheel, providing the operator with a natural driving experience. Steering movements are instantly and accurately reflected in the simulation.

Virtual Reality Support

Virtual reality (VR) support enhances the training process by providing operators with a realistic experience. With the integration of VR technology into the simulator, operators can experience real-world scenarios and situations through simulations.

Fully Equipped Cabin

The telehandler simulator's fully equipped cabin is designed to best mimic the experience of operating a real telehandler. The cabin is configured to match the interior of a real telehandler as closely as possible. Making the operator's training process more effective and comfortable. The cabin features sound and haptic feedback capabilities.

Study Reports

During the simulation, instructors can monitor operators' actions and performance in real-time. They assess the operator's performance in various areas such as speed, load control, maneuverability, precision and safety. Providing reports based on these measurements. The data helps identify the operator's strengths and weaknesses. The simulator presents the operator's performance and progress in detailed reports.

Quantification and Consideration

The telehandler simulator includes a reporting module that can generate outputs in HTML or PDF formats containing the following information at the end of the scenario. The reporting system eliminates record-keeping confusion and makes training more efficient.