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General
- Major graphic engine upgrade from VirtualGeo 7 to VirtualGeo 9, allowing better performances, stability and opening the way for further new graphical features.
The new environment service may give different altitudes than before, given the fact that it now exploits more accurately and faithfully the elevation from the terrain data.
- The default Raster layer now comes with an additional and more detailed satellite map covering France and parts of Europe.
- Tactical data can now be added, edited and remove in Player mode, including during the Play.
Note: changes made in Player mode cannot be saved or brought in Designer mode. Tactical data created in Designer mode cannot be deleted in Player mode.
- Airplanes can be given pre-determined Air-to-air combat behaviors via manual orders in Player mode, or via Visual programming behaviors:
- HEAD / HOT
- FLANCK / CRANK
- DRAG / BUMP
- BEAM / NOTCH
Tactical view
- Major improvements to the Range-Bearing tool (Bearing-Range Altitude Aspect):
- can be drawn between 2 platforms, but now also between 2 fixed geographical positions or between a platform and a geographical position.
- displays the Estimated Time of Arrival (ETA) of a platform to a given destination;
- can be called with the F7 shortcut (F7 shortcut can be customized in ./Resources/techConf.xml); and Escape to cancel;
- can be drawn in a series of segments linked together by holding the Ctrl key while drawing;
The ETA of each segment is cumulated. Right-click to terminate the operation.
- can be drawn and remove in Player mode as well;
- each information displayed in the BRAA label can be displayed or hidden individually in the Settings, as well as their physical unit’s display.
- Adding a “Tooltips” layer in the Layer Manager, allowing to show/hide tooltips attached to platforms.
User Interfaces
- Adding a button in Player mode to make a platform completely Stealth (undetectable by any sensor).
- Adding a button allowing to shutdown (or restart) all sensors and IFF interrogator instantly.
- Adding a window in Player mode to edit a platform cinematic before actually adding it to the scenario. This allows to initialize a new platform during a live scenario with a specific speed, altitude and heading. This window can be disabled in the Settings.
- The default layout can be restored at any moment with the “Restore default layout” button, even after an un-saved modification. And it doesn’t erase the “Saved” layout anymore.
- The automatic incrementation in the naming of the platforms created in the scenario can be customized with specific prefix, number of digits and starting index.
- Improving tabulation (with the Tab key) between properties (ex: between geographical properties).
Platform architect
- Adding new sensor models: simple active and passive sonar models for the underwater domain.
- Adding a new “Integrated Air Defense System” model in Architect mode. This model allows to give a platform capability to coordinate firing of several platforms under its control. The model will choose the closest shooter with available ammunitions and manage the ammunitions of all platforms under its control. This will simulate the behavior of an IADS.
- Allowing to create a L22 unit for TactX2-Main, via a “L22 Terminal” proxy model.
- Improving several platforms’ default models and values for better realism, clarity and performances.
- Reordering the properties of Detectors to facilitate their configuration.
Visual Programming
- Adding a new behavior “Wait on location” for vehicles that are able to travel at zero speed, to move and stop at a given location.
- Missiles are now allowed to “Follow a platform”.
Interoperability
- Adding an option to stop emitting the PDU Entity State of a destroyed platform. Instead, with this option, DirectCGF will emit a final PDU Entity State with Appearance = 1.
Bug fixing
- Correctly hiding labels whe the “Platforms” layer of the Layer Manager is hidden.
- Removing the obsolete “Navy” behaviors.
- Fixing a crash occurring when using the “geographical position” of a track’s property generated by a “trigger on detection” and linked to a “create platform” behavior on this position.
- Fixing the Airport tooltip displaying properties that were not applicable to Static platforms.
- Sensors embarked on missiles fired by airplanes no longer share their detections with the shooter: they are handled as two different actors, as they should be.
Version 2.4 has been released!
We are happy to announce that a new version of DirectCGF has just been released.
DirectCGF version 2.4 adds a lot of new 3D models of platforms to the library, as well as plenty of quality-of-life enhancements and bug fixes.
General
- New setup solution, displaying the pre-requisites and offering to install them.
The setup can be run in user-role, unless installing pre-requisites in which case admin-role is needed.
- Adding a button in the Weapon system controller window to allow a Shoot on position with each weapon in Player Mode.
- Adding new platforms and their 3D assets to the default “Platforms” library.
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- Adding the navaids export in .xml file in the Toolbox window, in Designer mode.
- The weapon’s damage curve extrapolation method has been reworked to use the same logic for Area and Point weapon models:
- Both apply 0% damage beyond the last key entered. For instance, 0m,100%; 200m,50% => beyond 200m, the damage curve outputs 0% in any case.
- This rework goes together with other changes to the detonations in Interoperability mode (see below).
Visual Programming
- The Visual Programming tab is now displayed in the Player mode, in read-only.
- The Visual Programming working (grey) area has been vastly increased, allowing working on much bigger graphs.
- Visual Programming components can no longer be placed mistakenly outside of the grey area.
- New behavior added: “Fire in direction”.
The platform shoots with the chosen weapon towards a given bearing and site relative to the platform’s current orientation, until the ammunition reaches its maximum range.
Only weapons with a limited maximum range can use this behavior.
- “Hold on racetrack” and “Wait on circle” behaviors, now have an option to keep the platform’s current altitude, turning the behavior into a 2D version.
The platform keeps current altitude while following the trajectory and keeps altitude while waiting on circle.
- Fixing the Flip Flop operator’s initialization value and resetting on Stop.
It now correctly takes A as a default input, after every restart.
- The Detection triggers can now be used without specifying a sensor, allowing any of the platform’s sensors to trigger it.
- The Detection triggers now have an option to specify whether they are to only be triggered on a New detection event, or by every detection whatever their history.
This allows building scenarios where only new detections trigger a unique reaction.
- Adding a new Behavior to a platform “Reload ammunitions”. The new Behavior reloads all its weapon.
This Behavior can be used in the Visual Proramming but no in the Behavior Sequencer. This will be addressed in a later DirectCGF version.
Platform Architect
- Creating or copying a platform immediately displays it in the platform list.
- Proxy Detectors can no longer be added on platforms, except on Proxy platforms, preventing several unintended situations leading to errors.
- Fixing a bug occurring when removing several models at once.
The removal now works as intended.
User Interfaces
- Renaming the Trigger properties for more clarity and adding tooltips to them.
- Adjusting the Execution controller height so that Manual Triggers are not truncated by default.
- Displaying the name of the Tactical data associated with behaviors using them.
For example, following waypoints displays the name of the Trajectory data followed, next to the Trajectory picker component.
- “Air platforms speed physical quantities” settings clarification:
- Fixing the “Use default formula” checkbox when unchecked and adding a tooltip to explain the feature.
- Renaming the physical quantities.
- Displaying the physical unit used in Designer and Player.
- Using the “Linear speed” unit defined in the settings.
- The default number of turns of “Hold on racetrack” and “Waiting on circle” behaviors is now infinite, rather than 2 turns.
Distribution
- In the Distribution > Connexion settings, the selected network name is now displayed, and the IP is automatically updated to match the network’s mask.
The properties have been renamed for more clarity.
Interoperability
- Upgrading to Pitch Developer Studio 6.2, now handling the LVC Indicator of the PDU Status, and the TEI flag of the PDU Entity State.
- Reworked the application of Detonation received in DIS and HLA. This greatly helps apply damage to moving targets in Interoperability.
- Now using Entity’s local coordinates whenever a target entity ID is provided, rather than the World location coordinates.
- Applying all of the ammunition’s damage models whatever the Warhead type received, for simplicity of use, but filtering Detonation with identical Event ID.
- Fixing DIS Ownership that was not working on Cultural Features.
Bug Fixing
- Fixing the initial speed of platforms created in Player to the “initial speed” value instead of the minimum speed.
- Fixing the display of spider web’s range values when using Nautic Miles.
- Fixing the unit conversions and display of the Range-Bearing tool.
- Various fixes to the Range-Bearing tool: not displaying a delta altitude between a Bull’s eye and a platform, since a Bull’s eye doesn’t have an altitude.
- Fixing a crash occurring when creating a new project while having a Range-Bearing tool being used.
- Fixing a bug preventing from Reviving a platform that has empty joints (joints without a weapon attached).
- Fixing a bug preventing to position Proxy platforms on water.
- Fixing a bug preventing to shoot on position when only 1 platform is present in the scenario.
- Fixing a bug preventing weapon platforms fired by a Launcher model to be displayed in the Layer manager.
- The launch of DirectCGF was getting slow down by the number of BUG report folders present in the ./Resources/Support/ directory.
This is no longer the case.
SDK
Changes made to the weapon systems for the detonations in Interoperability have had impacts on the SDK interfaces:- Model interface “IAreaWeapon” in assembly “DirectCGF.Simulation”.
- Modification of the prototype of the delegate “DetonationDelegate”: added a new “pRelativePosition” argument.
- Added a new “TargetPlatform” property and an action method allowing modifying “SetTargetPlatform”.
- Service interface “ISimulationDamageService” in assembly “DirectCGF.Simulation” and “IDamageServiceRuntime” in assembly “DirectCGF.Applications.Simulation”.
- “DirectDamage” method is Obsolete and can be replaced by “PointDamage” method.
We are back LIVE !
After a few years without creating more news for the web site, DirectCGF is back online.
Since 2018, a lot has been going on. Lots of new features, performance improvements and stability has been subject to bi-annual versions of the product every year. The latest version of DirectCGF, the 2.1.7, has been released in December 2022.
In January, we have gathered representatives of all our users from the French administration (Direction Générale de l’Armement) for a user forum where we shared our progresses and took feedback and new ideas to improve DirectCGF.
Our team is increasing in number and focused on improving the user experience.
Stay tuned and be ready for a new version coming in, with a lot of improvements that will improve your quality of live with DirectCGF.
Air France Industries chooses Diginext to provide Tactical Data Links (TDL) exchange capabilities, via satellite link, for the French Air Force's Airborne Warning and Control System (AWACS)
Diginext, a subsidiary of the CS Group, has been selected by Air France Industries to provide the French Air Force with a system to control operations outside of visual range in theatres of operation in which France is engaged.
The use of satellite links supporting "reflex time" (under one minute) tactical information exchange between the theatre of operations and the command centre has become a considerable asset for force coordination and effectiveness during overseas operations involving the French chain of command, such as HARMATTAN (Libya), SERVAL (Mali), and currently BARKHANE (Sahelo-Saharan region). The deployment of these secure and reliable links, which accelerate decision-making, was therefore requested by the forces and taken into account by the French Defence Procurement Agency (DGA) to equip Airborne Warning and Control Systems on four of the French Air Force's E-3F "AWACS" aircraft. As part of this increase in capability, Air France Industries selected DIGINEXT, a subsidiary of the CS Group, to provide this tactical data link exchange capability through its C2 STARLINX solution via the JREAP (Joint Range Extension Application Protocol). This protocol is a NATO standard and has no distance constraints. It will offer the French National Air Operations Centre (Lyon Mont Verdun) a new tool to control and supervise operations via a secure IP connection to the INMARSAT4 satellite network. This new capability, based on standardised protocol exchanges, is fully inter-operable with France's allies. The French Airborne Early Warning (AEW) component can be fully integrated in a coalition system. Data flow visualisation and management are provided by DIGINEXT's C2 STARLINX system which, in operation with the E-3F AWACS mission system, will inform all levels of the French or coalition decision-making chain. "After having provided an equivalent system to the French Army in 2013 for operation SERVAL in Mali, DIGINEXT confirms its ability to provide operational solutions to be deployed for overseas operations by the French forces", noted Thomas FOURQUET, CEO of DIGINEXT.About DIGINEXT
Incorporated in July 1996 and a subsidiary of the CS Group since 2005, DIGINEXT is a major stakeholder in operating systems, design and testing simulation systems, and training and military training solutions. DIGINEXT provides interoperable systems in its niche areas of strategic expertise, such as Tactical Data Links, Navigation Systems, HF Surface Wave Radar (HFSWR), Simulation & Virtual Reality, and Traveller Information Systems for public transport.The French MoD DGA chooses DIGINEXT to optimise the preparation and support of SCORPION Joint Task Force operations.
Diginext, a subsidiary of the CS Group, has been selected by the French Defence Procurement Agency to provide the French Army with an optimised operational simulation system to improve the SCORPION Joint Task Force's close combat readiness.
As part of this project, the French Army aims to improve and streamline operational Level 5 and 7 close combat readiness tools. The SPARTE system (Shared Simulation and Reusable Applications for Tactics and Training) will provide the French Army with training capacity that supports simple but sophisticated means of creating and directing exercises and post-action analysis. These tools will be reinforced by the ability to immerse soldiers in a 3D environment close to the reality of operations or the mission execution environment. SPARTE can be used to train soldiers in procedures and order frameworks, mission execution procedures for tactical echelons (teams, section/platoon groups), joint tactical command and decision making for section/platoon, Squadron Group, or Joint Task force (self-training) levels in a digital environment. This training capacity will also be facilitated by the automation of realistic behaviours that can be managed by an artificial intelligence system opening up unprecedented possibilities for complex tactical situations. The SPARTE system will be deployed in training centres, regiments, and specialised training centres, such as CENTACs (Warfare Training Centre) and CENZUBs (OBUA Training Centre). "We are delighted to strengthen our partnership with the French Army in the field of simulation and training of forces. This project illustrates our ability to deploy, as prime contractor, systems that combine virtual and constructive environments", commented Thomas Fourquet, Managing Director of Diginext. Diginext worked on this project with four partners specialised in simulation with which it developed a lean industrial organisation to play the role of sole industrial project manager. "We have worked with Bohemia Interactive, DCI Group, PitchTechnologies, and RUAG Defence France in the field of simulation for many years" said Thomas Fourquet, Managing Director of Diginext. "Beyond common references, we share the same approach to innovation, expertise, and respect of our commitments to achieve our customers' objectives".About DIGINEXT
Incorporated in July 1996 and a subsidiary of the CS Group since 2005, DIGINEXT is a major stakeholder in operating systems, design and testing simulation systems, and training and military training solutions. DIGINEXT provides interoperable systems in its niche areas of strategic expertise, such as Tactical Data Links, Navigation Systems, HF Surface Wave Radar (HFSWR), Simulation & Virtual Reality, and Traveller Information Systems for public transport.Air France Industries choisit Diginext pour la fourniture d’une capacité d’échange de Liaisons de données Tactiques (LDT), via lien satellitaire, au Système de Détection et de Commandement Aéroporté « AWACS » de l’armée de l’Air française
Diginext, filiale du Groupe CS, a été retenue par Air France Industries pour fournir à l’armée de l’Air un système permettant la conduite, hors de portée optique, des opérations sur les théâtres opérationnels dans lesquels la France intervient.
Lors des opérations extérieures ayant impliqué la chaine de commandement française, telles que HARMATTAN (Libye) puis SERVAL (Mali) et aujourd’hui BARKHANE (région sahélo-saharienne), l’utilisation des liens satellitaires supportant l’échange en « temps reflexe » (sous la minute) des informations tactiques entre le théâtre des opérations et le centre de commandement, est devenu un atout considérable pour la coordination et l’efficacité des forces.
Le déploiement de ces liens sécurisés et fiables, contribuant à l’accélération des prises de décision, a donc été demandé par les forces et pris en compte par la Direction générale de l’armement (DGA) pour l’équipement des Systèmes de Commandement et de Détection Aéroportés, 4 avions E-3F « AWACS », de l’armée de l’Air française. Dans le cadre de ce nouvel apport capacitaire, Air France Industries a retenu DIGINEXT, filiale du groupe CS, pour fournir cette capacité d’échange de liaison de données tactiques grâce à sa solution C2 STARLINX, via le protocole JREAP (Joint Range Extension Application Protocol). Standard OTAN, ce protocole s’affranchit des contraintes de distance. Via une connexion IP sécurisée au réseau satellitaire INMARSAT4, il offrira ainsi au Centre National des Opérations Aériennes (Lyon Mont Verdun) un nouvel outil pour assurer ses missions de conduite et de surveillance des opérations. Cette nouvelle capacité, s’appuyant sur des échanges protocolaires normalisés, est donc totalement interopérable avec les alliés de la France. Elle permet l’intégration complète de la composante AEW (Airborne Early Warning) Française dans un dispositif coalisé. La visualisation et la gestion des flux de données sont assurées par le système C2 STARLINX de DIGINEXT qui, en travaillant de concert avec le système de mission de l’AWACS E-3F, renseignera tous les niveaux de la chaine décisionnaire française ou coalisée. « Après avoir fourni en 2013 un système équivalent à l’Armée de Terre dans le cadre de l’opération SERVAL au Mali, DIGINEXT confirme sa capacité à fournir des solutions opérationnelles destinées à être embarqués au niveau OPEX par les forces françaises, » note Thomas FOURQUET, Directeur Général de DIGINEXT.A propos de DIGINEXT
Créée en 1996 et filiale du Groupe CS depuis 2005, DIGINEXT est un acteur majeur des systèmes opérationnels, des systèmes de simulation destinés à la conception et au test, ainsi que des solutions pour la formation et l’entraînement. DIGINEXT fournit des systèmes interopérables dans ses niches d’expertises stratégiques telles que les Liaisons de Données Tactiques, les systèmes de Navigation, le Radar HF à onde de surface (HFSWR), la Simulation & Réalité Virtuelle et les systèmes d’Information Voyageur pour le transport public.
DIGINEXT, filiale du groupe CS, a été retenue par la Direction Générale de l’Armement pour fournir à l’Armée de Terre un système de simulation opérationnelle optimisé pour la préparation à l’engagement au contact de Groupements Tactiques Interarmes (GTIA) SCORPION.
L’Armée de Terre souhaite améliorer et rationnaliser les outils de préparation opérationnelle pour le combat de contact des niveaux 5 et 7.
Grâce au système SPARTE (Simulation Partagée et des Applications Réutilisables pour la Tactique et l’Entraînement), l’Armée de Terre disposera d’une capacité d’entrainement et sera dotée de moyens de création et de direction d’exercice ainsi que d’analyse après actions.
Ces outils seront renforcés par la capacité d’immerger les opérationnels dans un environnement 3D proche de la réalité des opérations et de l’environnement d’exécution des missions. SPARTE permettra ainsi de s’entrainer aux cadres d’ordres, aux procédures de réalisation de mission pour les échelons tactiques, au commandement tactique interarmes et à la prise de décision pour les niveaux section/peloton, SGTIA voire GTIA (en auto entrainement), le tout dans un environnement numérisé.
Cette capacité d’entrainement sera renforcée par l’automatisation des comportements réalistes grâce à l’intelligence artificielle ouvrant des possibilités inédites de réalisation de situations tactiques complexes.
Le système SPARTE sera déployé dans les centres d’instruction, les régiments et les centres d’entrainement spécialisés : CENTAC (Centre d’Entrainement au Combat) et CENZUB (Centre d’Entrainement aux actions en zone urbaine).
« Nous sommes ravis de renforcer notre partenariat avec l’Armée de Terre dans le domaine de la simulation et de l’entrainement des forces. Ce projet illustre notre capacité à déployer, en tant que maitre d’oeuvre, des systèmes combinant des environnements virtuels et constructifs.» commente Thomas Fourquet, Directeur de Diginext.
DIGINEXT s’est entourée pour ce projet de 4 partenaires, experts de la simulation, avec lesquelles elle a construit une organisation industrielle resserrée ; elle y jouera le rôle de maître d’oeuvre industriel unique. « Nous collaborons avec Bohemia Interactive, DCI Group, PitchTechnologies et RUAG Defence France dans le domaine de la simulation depuis de nombreuses années » rappelle Thomas Fourquet, Directeur de Diginext. « Au-delà de références communes, nous partageons la même démarche d’innovation, d’expertise et de respect de nos engagements dans l’atteinte des objectifs de nos clients. ».
A propos de DIGINEXT
Créée en 1996 et filiale du Groupe CS depuis 2005, DIGINEXT est un acteur majeur des systèmes opérationnels, des systèmes de simulation destinés à la conception et au test, ainsi que des solutions pour la formation et l’entraînement. DIGINEXT fournit des systèmes interopérables dans ses niches d’expertises stratégiques telles que les Liaisons de Données Tactiques, les systèmes de Navigation, le Radar HF à onde de surface (HFSWR), la Simulation & Réalité Virtuelle et les systèmes d’Information Voyageur pour le transport public.
We are delighted to announce that registration and call for papers are now live for TDL&S, taking place in Aix-en-Provence from 29 May to 31 May 2018.
TDL&S is the opportunity for you to share your knowledge and experience with TDL users and influence our products roadmap. Register starting today to reserve your place and submit your abstract:Why should you attend?
Discover
TDL&S gives you the opportunity to discover our new products line developments and our latest innovations.Share
TDL&S ensures an interactive and deeper exchange of information to discuss relevant TDL functional and technical topics and share skills and experiences, in a friendly and constructive atmosphere.Influence
TDL&S is the opportunity for you to influence the priorities for future functionalities upgrades to be covered by our products line. For more information please contact us atDIGINEXT will be present at PACIFIC 2017, the biennial Pacific International Maritime Exposition, to be held in Sydney, Australia from 03 to 05 October. You can meet us at the French Pavilion in Hall-4.
During PACIFIC, DIGINEXT will be showcasing its advanced product suite for Maritime Surveillance, Navigation, and Armed Forces Training requirements:
• STRADIVARIUS HF Surface Wave Radar dedicated to Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) surveillance • Military GPS receiver with anti-spoofing and anti-jamming features for high value vessels • Tactical Data Link products with focus on Link 22 for simulation, testing and armed forces training You can also benefit from several on-demand demonstrations. DIGINEXT's team will appreciate the opportunity to meet with you and discuss your needs. To arrange a meeting please contact-us at
Find DIGINEXT at the following upcoming events
If you would like to arrange a meeting with our team during these events or if you have any question or request, please contact our marketing team at
European MALE RPAS Community Launches new Simulator Training Program
EDA has launched a new Medium Altitude, Long Endurance (MALE), Remotely Piloted Air System (RPAS) Training Technology Demonstrator (TTD) project to provide up to nine networked procedural trainers to the European MALE RPAS Community.
Brussels - 13 February, 2017
The MALE RPAS Community came into being on 19 November 2014 under a Letter of Intent and looks to facilitate information sharing and cooperation in this important domain. The Community looks to share operational experience and, where possible, to pool and share maintenance of similar assets, logistics, training, doctrine, concepts and procedures. Early work looked to harmonize training syllabi between the European RPAS Schools and to complete joint studies on vulnerability and countering UAS swarms.
In early 2016, it was decided to further enhance training cooperation and EDA was tasked to develop a proposal to improve communication and to facilitate joint exercises. In close cooperation with the European Air Group (EAG) and the European Union Military Staff (EUMS) who were also active in this area. Consequently, a joint programmer was formed to deliver hardware simulators (EDA), improved harmonization and interoperability (EAG) and realistic operational scenarios (EUMS) for MALE RPAS to underpin the Community’s work.
The Agency signed a contract with DCI and DIGINEXT of France to design and build the systems over 2017/18, which will enable collaborative tactical development and harmonization of training across the Community. The project represents a step change in improved interoperability in this increasingly important air domain and the work will be carried out in close cooperation with the EAG and EUMS with view to launching the first RPAS specific exercise in late 2018.
This article is © European Defence Agency. For more information click here
We are delighted to announce that registration and call for papers are now live for TDLS, taking place in Aix-en-Provence from 31 May to 02 June 2017.
TDLS is the opportunity for you to share your knowledge and experience with TDL users and influence our products roadmap. Register starting today to reserve your place and submit your abstract:Why should you attend?
Discover
TDLS gives you the opportunity to discover our new products line developments and our latest innovations.Share
TDLS ensures an interactive and deeper exchange of information to discuss relevant TDL functional and technical topics and share skills and experiences, in a friendly and constructive atmosphere.Influence
TDLS is the opportunity for you to influence the priorities for future functionalities upgrades to be covered by our products line. For more information please contact us atFrom November 28 to December 01 2016 you can meet us at I/ITSEC in Orlando (USA), booth 2360.
During I/ITSEC 2016, DIGINEXT will offer live demonstrations of its newest products including Virtual Maintenance Trainer, UAV Simulator, DirectCGF and full TDL Simulation and training product range.
You can benefit from several on-demand demonstrations. DIGINEXT's team will appreciate the opportunity to meet with you and discuss your needs. To arrange a meeting please contact-us at
We are looking forward to seeing you during I/ITSEC 2016.
DIGINEXT will be present at IDLS Show to be held in Maastricht, the Netherlands, from 01 to 04 November 2016. You can meet us at booth #6.
During IDLS, DIGINEXT will exhibit its advanced Modelling, Simulation, Tactical Data Links and Operational solutions through interactive scenarios.
To best showcase its wide offer DIGINEXT has organized its booth around three main demonstration spots: • TDL Testing • Live, Virtual, Constructive Arena • Link 22 Suite
Get on-demand demonstrations You can also benefit from several on-demand demonstrations. DIGINEXT's team will appreciate the opportunity to meet with you and discuss your needs. To arrange a meeting or a time to visit our stand please contact at
Join us at common demonstration area to experience our capabilities in: • Situational Awareness • Command and Control • Network Simulation / Emulation • Tactical scenario generation • Network Management • Data Forwarding
We are looking forward to seeing you in Maastricht.
Find DIGINEXT at the following upcoming events
If you would like to arrange a meeting with our team during these events or if you have any question or request, please contact our marketing team at
From May 17th to 19th at the ExCel in London
In exclusivity during ITEC, discover DirectCGF 2016 Summer Edition and its new features. For a complete description of these new features, as well as information on other improvements, please contact us atGet on demand demonstrations
Would you like to speak to us on the show floor? Book a meeting with us so we can give you a personalized demonstration on our booth and discuss your specific needs. Can't make it to ITEC? Contact us to request more information about our products or to get a quote:DIGINEXT at DIMDEX 2016 booth #H4-307A
From 25 to 31 of March you can meet us at DIMDEX 2016 in Doha (Qatar)
During the DIMDEX exhibition, DIGINEXT will present DirectCGF latest release and its suite of tactical simulation and training products (TACTX, SLARLINX) to support your requirements for Test, Tactical Environment Simulation and Joint Warfare Training.
DIGINEXT's team will appreciate the opportunity to meet with you and discuss your needs.
To arrange a meeting do not hesitate to contact us at
From November 30th to December 4th 2015 you can meet us at I/ITSEC in Orlando (USA), booth 721.
During I/ITSEC 2015, DIGINEXT will offer live demonstrations of its newest products including Virtual Maintenance Trainer, UAV Simulator, DirectCGF and full TDL Simulation product range.
You can benefit from several on-demand demonstrations. DIGINEXT's team will appreciate the opportunity to meet with you and discuss your needs. To arrange a meeting please contact-us at
We are looking forward to seeing you during I/ITSEC 2015.
DIGINEXT announces that summer version of DIRECTCGF is available. It delivers effective new tools, capabilities and improvements. If you are a customer eligible for upgrades, feel free to ask us for download links. Persons who want a complete description of these new features can contact us at
New features and updates include:
General
- Improved overall stability and performances - New tool to prepare geospatial database - All user interfaces can be localized through an Excel file - Capacity to load a specific configuration through command line - Hardware license support with USB dongle
Models and behaviors
- Improved support for air model and behaviors:
>All air models manage a maximum load factor and a usual one
>Improved route following (accuracy)
>Improved holding pattern (infinite, better entry)
>Improved maneuvers like homing, interception and circle
- More realistic kinematic models for rotary wings and sub-surface
Platform Architect
- The entire platform’s library has been checked and updated in order to reflect more realistic platform
>All platforms are now initialized with a default speed during scenario creation
>All platform are equipped with correct weapons
Scenario Design
- Capability to mark a platform with a unique identifier. This identifier is also used for distribution - Better management of tactical data edition (points, lines, surfaces) - Support of a worldwide database for navigation beacons: ILS, VOR, DME, TACAN, NDB - Capability to edit platform factories in scenario design (requires a Platform Architect license level) - GANTT view now supports:
>More warnings or errors during behavior definitions in order to help users to define scenario more quickly.
>Accurate behavior execution time
- Capability to define relative scenarios
Scenario Player
- The entity kinematic control has been redesigned to offer a better user experience (better scales, display current behaviors) - All tooltips are specialized according to the platform domain. For example, the aircrafts now display their indicated air speed, true air speed, ground speed and vertical speed - New tool to create, destroy and resupply platforms during scenario execution - New tools to measure distance and bearing between platforms - New tools to display a bull-eye on reference point or platform - Interoperability (HLA, DIS) - DIS 2012 Support:
>Last IFF Mode 5 & S PDU (DIS 2012) specifications are managed
- Improved DIS Support:
>Better managed of the dead reckoning