Electronic Directed Energy Training System (EDETS)

Directed Energy (DE) refers to a wide range of technologies involving concentrated electromagnetic energy or atomic or subatomic particles. DE technologies are rapidly advancing, and practical application of DE technologies is resulting in Directed EnergyWeapons (DEWs) and other DE devices (radar, range finders, laser designators, etc.) for military use. As military use of DE technologies increases the likelihood of DE related injuries increases, and combat casualty care (CCC) providers need to be trainedeffectively. Because the usage of DE technologies is rapidly changing, the amount and availability of medical information and treatment protocols widely differs for different DE injuries. Currently, CCC providers receive minimal, if any, medical trainingon DE related injuries. This creates a unique challenge for training CCC providers. Sapien Systems proposes to develop a proof-of-concept Electronic Directed Energy Training System (EDETS) for combat casualty care. The EDETS will be an innovative,distributed Computer Based Training (CBT) system which provides DE CCC training through the integration of conceptual, procedural, and case-based learning techniques. EDETS will include a comprehensive DE training curriculum and will be accessible to awide (Tri-Service) audience with varying levels of expertise. Additionally, EDETS training will be easily modifiable and updatable.