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Fakespace Systems Contracts With U.S. Army To Develop Innovative Visualization Technologies TACOM Selects Fakespace Systems As Partner For Development of Immersive Display And Interactive Technologies Kitchener, ON - July 11, 2001 - Fakespace Systems, a leader in immersive visualization systems, today announced that it has contracted with the U.S. Army Tank-Automotive & Armaments Command's (TACOM) National Automotive Center (NAC) to collaborate on the development of innovative immersive displays and advanced devices for interacting with computer-generated visual simulations. The joint development project is part of the federal government's Dual Use Science & Technology (DUST) program, which is designed to share the benefits of technology between the defense and the private sector. TACOM has a long history of work with Fakespace Systems, including current projects that use the CAVE® (CAVE Automatic Virtual Environment) and WorkWall™ display systems to improve design and shorten delivery cycles for military and civilian vehicles and weapon systems. Used as part of the group's Advanced Collaborative Environments (ACE) program, immersive visualization helps TACOM increase vehicle performance, safety and durability, and reduces the costs of design, manufacturing, operation and maintenance. Dr. Grace Bochenek, senior research engineer at TACOM, noted that the CAVE enables true team interaction, where individuals can evaluate virtual prototypes from their own experience, perspective, viewpoint and functional responsibility. Fakespace Systems provides a broad range of visualization solutions for working with virtual prototypes and visual simulations. These systems, which facilitate collaboration and better understanding of complex data, range from fully immersive room environments to depth-enhanced displays that fit in an average size conference room. "We're extremely pleased that TACOM has selected Fakespace Systems as a partner for this important program," said Jim Angelillo, vice president of strategic relationships at Fakespace Systems Inc. "There is growing recognition of the value of visualization in commercial applications and we are certain that users of virtual environments across a broad range of industries, from manufacturing, to energy resource exploration and scientific research will benefit from the results of this project." Parametric Technology Corporation (PTC) (NASDAQ: PMTC), developer of software engineering tools for product development is the primary contractor on the DUST program. As a subcontractor, Fakespace Systems will collaborate with PTC and other members of the DUST team, which include General Dynamics Land Systems, Lockheed Martin Advanced Technology Labs, and IITRI/AB Technologies. ### About Mechdyne Corporation Mechdyne Corporation is the world’s largest company dedicated to consulting and development of immersive, networked and collaborative visualization systems. The company addresses complex projects where an in-depth understanding of user requirements leads to the development of products and customized solutions involving elements of visual, software and support systems. Mechdyne’s product divisions provide advanced display technology, audio/visual systems design, and implementation services, as well as immersive and interactive software development and support. Headquartered in Marshalltown, Iowa, Mechdyne’s customers include leading government laboratories, military research programs, energy companies and a variety of ‘edutainment,’ manufacturing, and other users of visualization technology. More information is available at www.mechdyne.com. Mechdyne Press Contact Jeff Brum Matt Schmidt |
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