Defense Simulation

Battle Tank Training Simulator

6-DOF Defense Simulation Platform (DITS)

Project Overview

ZATNav has developed advanced 6-DOF training simulator software (DITS) for Al Zarar, Al Zarar-1, Al Khalid, and Al-Khalid-1 platforms. Notably, we are the first to design and build simulator software specifically for Al-Khalid-1, setting a new benchmark in indigenous defense simulation.

Technical Architecture

The Tank Training Simulator (TrgSim) software suite comprises of the following:

Vehicle Physics Simulation— Simulation of physical phenomena related to vehicle movement including mathematical modeling, vehicle dynamics, and environmental interaction

Unity 3D Virtual Environment— Generation of virtual environment and object simulation including image, sound, and motion feedback related to vehicle movement and surroundings

Instructor/Operator Station— Custom dedicated software built using .NET framework for comprehensive training session management

Soft Gauges & Switches— Vehicle gauges and switches developed in soft form using DevExpress for authentic interface replication

6-DOF Motion Platform Integration— Interfacing with dynamic training simulator using SimTools for realistic motion feedback

Vehicle Driving Simulator Hardware— Integration with physical driving simulator hardware for complete immersive experience

Dedicated Crew Compartments

Each simulator includes dedicated compartments for the Commander, Gunner, and Driver. Designed to replicate real ergonomics and operational workflows:

Commander compartment with full tactical display and controls

Gunner station with sighting systems and fire control interface

Driver compartment with realistic vehicle controls and terrain view

6-DOF motion platform for authentic vehicle movement feedback

Outcomes & Impact

First indigenous Al-Khalid-1 simulator software developed in Pakistan

Coordinated multi-crew training across Commander, Gunner, and Driver stations

Reduced live-fire training costs significantly

Enabled safe, repeatable training scenarios under true-to-life conditions

Certified by Pakistan Army for operational training use

Project Info

Client

Genesis

Key Features

First simulator software designed specifically for Al-Khalid-1 platform

Dedicated compartments for Commander, Gunner, and Driver

Dynamic 6-DOF motion platform integration using SimTools

Realistic ergonomics and operational workflow replication

Advanced weather simulation with hazy, foggy, rainy, cloudy, and snowy conditions

Realistic day and night cycle with dynamic lighting effects

Tech Stack

Unity 3D.NET FrameworkDevExpressSimToolsC#Vehicle Dynamics EngineReal-time Networking