Cubic Range Design Solutions Ltd (CRDS)

Cubic provide a complete range of marksmanship and judgemental simulator training systems. The PRISim Suite™ platform uses high-definition video and computer-generated images to create realistic training theatres for all aspects of firearms handling. Our complete range of simulators allows training to be conducted at fixed facilities, or at any off-site location using one of the portable systems. PRISim® simulators can be used with either live or laser fire using converted or facsimile weapons.

PRISim Suite™ produces fully interactive 3D environments by combining advanced graphics from its rendering engine with the accurate simulation of projectile ballistics. PRISim Suite™ adds virtual moving human figures and high-definition (HD) judgemental video scenarios to create more realism in the training theatre. PRISim® supports the use of less lethal weapons such as, Taser®, chemical sprays and flashlights.

Multilingual Software

Full authoring of the software content can be carried out by the end user to tailor training programmes to their individual needs. CUBIC offer both off-the-shelf and bespoke services for the conversion of small arms weapons to support our simulators.

PRISim Suite™ simulation systems can develop and enhance the following training capabilities:

• Threat awareness and prevention of tunnel vision training
• Training of observation skills
• Response of indecision, sudden fear, partial understanding, blind side surprise, and eye-blink response
• Room Clearing Exercises, Hostage Rescue/VIP/Close Protection training
• Quick response and target engagement training, fire discipline and movement exercises
• Conflict Management Training
• Small Arms training for Law Enforcement and Military Forces, weapon handling from Basic to Advanced, Trace of aim and MPI
• Marksmanship – static and moving targets, Target recognition – ‘friend or foe’
• Marksmanship skills under difficult conditions – temperature, humidity, windage
• Judgmental calls (shoot/no-shoot decision making)
• Judgmental use of force training
• Live, laser with weapon recoil or laser dry fire
• Production of own scenarios and targets

A Multilingual version of PRISim Suite™ software is available which can support many European, Slavic, Arabic and Asian languages. Scenarios can also be filmed/dubbed in local language and environment to enhance training value.

Judgemental Simulator

The PRISim® range of simulation products has been specifically designed for law enforcement, military, Aviation Security and Special Forces. Realistic and adaptable high definition video scenarios are used to develop judgemental and practical skills in a wide range of life threatening situations.

The flexible user-friendly training systems are equally applicable for basic instruction through advanced tactical shooting. Less lethal weapons such as Taser™ are available as well as the CUBIC ShootBack™ system that allows the scenario to fire back at the trainee!

Marksman Simulator

The Marksman module is aimed specifically at trainees with a skill rating from beginner to intermediate level. The Marksman software uses computer-generated bitmap images to project static, reactive and moving targets on to a digital background image.

End Users can also create their own target shapes/sizes and backgrounds to suit their operational requirements. The simulator provides a visual feel to what would be expected in either an indoor or outdoor shooting range. Using a vast library of targets and scoring images Marksman has the capability of allowing an Instructor to project those targets so that they appear at any distance up to 300m. Each target can be programmed to pop-up or turn to face the trainee, just like a conventional target mechanism.

The system comes pre-programmed with various ballistic tables and algorithms that the system utilises in order to mimic the true trajectory of a projectile over various distances. The instructor also has the option of altering parameters such as stop on shot, show hits and misses. Instructor can also alter altitude, humidity level, temperature, wind speed and wind direction.

Trainee Result Feedback

Shot information for each trainee can be examined in a detailed printout of the scorecard. Each scorecard displays in detail the MPI, grouping and the trajectories of the missed shots. This can be used for correction of shooting skills.
 

Cubic Range Design Solutions Ltd (CRDS)

Following the  recent acquisition, Advanced Interactive Solutions Ltd are now Cubic Range Design Solutions Ltd (CRDS) – a division of Cubic Corporation,  a world leading provider of Combat Training Systems, Virtual Simulation, Cyber technologies and tracking solutions.

CRDS Ltd specialise in the design, construction, fit-out and maintenance of shooting ranges and training facilities for Police, Military and Special Forces. With over twenty years of international experience CRDS are renowned for their ability to design turnkey training solutions working directly with government departments or through locally approved contractors or consultants.

CRDS also carry full ISO 9001 certification.

Shooting Range Design and Military Training Facilities

CRDS design and deliver all categories of training complexes incorporating shooting ranges and specialist training facilities. CRDS’s experience and market knowledge qualifies us to advise Police, Military or other specialist clients on the most appropriate solution required to meet an End User’s specific needs and budgetary constraints.
Many types of specialist facilities are available including hostage recovery, anti-hijack, close protection, driver training and public order training permitting operational rehearsals and debrief within a live-fire or high fidelity simulated environment.

Shooting Range Design

Several types of ranges can be designed depending on factors including the area available, proximity of other buildings, weapons to be used and the type of training to be carried out.

Military Outdoor Shooting Ranges

These include conventional gallery and open ranges as well as baffled ranges for pistol, rifle and machine gun complete with all targetry, scoring, control and communication systems.

Indoor, Live Fire and Video Simulation Shooting Ranges

A wide variety of conventional live fire and video simulation ranges can be designed for all weapon types including targetry and live fire simulation equipment, for basic and advanced training. For example, Drive-In ranges to facilitate the use of vehicle based scenarios.

Specialist Facilities

CRDS have designed or delivered a full range of specialist facilities incorporating
•    Close Quarter Battle (CQB) houses
•    Maritime Counter Terrorist (MCT) facilities
•    Military Operations on Urban Terrain (MOUT)
•    Method of Entry (MOE) buildings
•    Sniper and Commando Towers
•    Public Order & Driver Training Areas
•    Associated academic & training support buildings

Training Mock-ups

Specialist Mock-ups which can be designed for use with live ammunition, simulation systems or ‘training’ rounds including:

• Aircraft
• Trains
• Ships

Bullet Proof Protection - Fit-out Expertise

CRDS undertake internal fit-out/build of numerous fully defended structures to prevent the escape of rounds. Initially the sizing and shape of the structure ensures ricochet cannot occur. Our choice of materials for bullet proof protection, anti-ricochet duty and acoustic performance are based upon test performance results and cost effectiveness.

The team has extensive experience with the design of lightweight, movable bullet proof and non-bullet proof partitions, production of various bullet traps and knowledge of ballistic and environmental performance and maintenance attributes of the majority of bullet traps available on the international marketplace.

Prefabricated Military Modular Ranges

CRDS present QuickRange™, this is a complete, full service, prefabricated modular shooting range that can be delivered to your location ready to use within 180 days. QuickRange™ eliminates the problems associated with building a traditional shooting range (design, construction, installation, etc.).making it the ideal solution for military law enforcement, and security agencies that do not have their own purpose-built facilities for live-fire training. Each QuickRange™ is a self-contained, two-lane shooting range in a bulletproof container, complete with shooting stalls, target-retrieval system, bullet traps, lighting and HVAC system. QuickRange™ modules can be linked together to provide a complete range building with multiple lanes and in lengths ranging from 12m to 50m or beyond.

QuickRange™ is built to the highest specifications and delivered fully assembled and due to its customizable size, you can locate it almost anywhere. Local regulations for safety, noise reduction and air-quality are not only met but exceeded in every QuickRange™ through the use of sound absorption materials and HVAC systems with HEPA filters.

Installed within QuickRange™, the PRISim® judgemental simulator is a live-fire, interactive, training judgment and evaluation tool and gives trainee feedback to learn and confirm correct behaviours to grow more confident in their ability to make decisions when under extreme pressure.

Shooting Range Maintenance and Operation

CRDS offer a comprehensive range of maintenance services for all types of military and law enforcement outdoor and indoor ranges.

Our specialist skills ensure that downtime is kept to a minimum and that maximum utilization is gained from the equipment and facilities. CRDS is able to supply spares and service for most types of targetry in use today.  CRDS also have a team of specialist technicians who are able to assist in setting up training scenarios, manage day-to-day range operations and assess maintenance needs.

CRDS also maintain offices in Abu Dhabi and Singapore.