Defense

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June 18, 2025

Entrol revolutionizes flight simulation with LED wall solution

In flight simulators, realism, and immersion play a key role in effective training. Entrol brings both to the next level with the first interchangeable LED panel system designed especially for flight simulators, with visuals powered by Unreal Engine.
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Spotlight

November 28, 2022
Lockheed Martin engages Unreal Engine for aerospace simulation R&DLockheed Martin has a long history of innovation, so it’s not surprising that they’re using Unreal Engine to develop aerospace simulation training. Find out how the engine’s visual quality, interoperability, scalability, and vast talent pool is helping them achieve their goals for next-gen simulation.

Spotlight

November 23, 2022
CAE pivots to Unreal Engine for next-gen flight simulatorsAviation training giant CAE constantly strives for better image quality and development efficiency. By moving from proprietary systems to Unreal Engine, CAE is able to leverage the engine’s superior graphics, as well as industry standards and commercial hardware, to meet its production goals.

News

November 9, 2022
Deployable, modular flight simulator at I/ITSEC: industry reacts to Antoinette ProjectThe Antoinette Project is a comprehensive set of resources to support the creation of the next generation of flight simulators, including a demo of a small-footprint, high-realism flight simulator. Watch the reaction videos from those who’ve tried it out, and then experience for yourself at I/ITSEC.

Spotlight

November 29, 2021
Affordable aviation training in a compact package at I/ITSEC 2021Defense company Meta Aerospace is reinventing the way military simulators are developed, with plug-and-play simulation solutions that utilize the logic, programming, and physics built into Unreal Engine. Try out their low-cost, low-footprint, military-grade solution for pilot training at I/ITSEC 2021.

Spotlight

July 27, 2021
Flying with AR: in-flight aviation training with Red 6When VR and practice dogfights aren’t enough, it’s time for fighter pilots with AR visors to engage real-time CG adversaries while they’re in the air. Red 6 achieved this improbable task with a combination of innovative tracking, low latency, and Unreal Engine.

Spotlight

September 10, 2020
From defense to healthcare training: building VR on a common frameworkVirtual reality can greatly reduce the cost of training on new defense systems. Torch Technologies, a longtime DoD contractor, built a core system based on Unreal Engine, one that can adapt to virtually any field from military simulation to medical training.

Tech Blog

December 2, 2019
Explore nDisplay technology: limitless scaling of real-time contentMore and more industries are using multiple large displays to immerse participants in a real-time environment. In this new white paper, learn how nDisplay technology was developed to meet the need for real-time rendering distribution and network management for scaled displays. 

Spotlight

December 2, 2019
HTX Labs delivers immersive VR training simulations using Unreal EngineTo reduce costs, remove risks, and speed up training, the military is looking at innovative uses for VR. Find out how HTX Labs is moving along these initiatives in the Air Force and other industries.

Spotlight

November 27, 2019
Efficient police virtual training environment in VR by V-ArmedFrom de-escalation to fast tactical response, police officers need to train for a variety of sensitive scenarios. V-Armed specializes in creating customizable, repeatable, and reviewable VR training that makes officers feel as though they’re really there. 

Event

November 20, 2019
Join the Unreal Engine team at I/ITSEC 2019!I/ITSEC 2019 is just around the corner! Come and explore how innovative real-time training and simulation solutions built on Unreal Engine are improving realism, safety, and performance across the defense and security industries. 

Spotlight

September 5, 2019
Offworld Industries brings realistic infantry training to the simulation communityThe moddable battle game “Squad” has earned accolades for its realistic scenarios, visuals, and sound effects that mirror real conflicts and combat. Now it’s been turned into a framework to support the creation of the next infantry generation of virtual training applications.

Spotlight

June 13, 2019
Booz Allen Hamilton harnesses UE4 for mission-critical training and simulationWhen you’re training paratroopers to identify reference points for new drop zones or predicting the path of airborne hazards, the accuracy and realism of your simulation is critical. That’s just one of the reasons Booz Allen Hamilton turned to Unreal Engine.