VTplus offers individually configurable Virtual Reality (VR) simulation systems and VR laboratory equipment tailored to your research requirements. The systems include VR simulation software, the required VR technology and expert support. VT+ Virtual Reality Research Systems are particularly suitable for the use of virtual reality in empirical research.
The research systems are based on the modular VTplus VR Platform. It combines VTplus proprietary VR simulation software, coordinated VR technology, interactive virtual environments and interfaces to measurement, interaction and stimulation systems into integrated system solutions for empirical VR research – complemented by expert user, technical and developer support.
Experiment control and VR simulation software CyberSession
The VR simulation software CyberSessionenables the execution and control of VR simulations for behavioral exercises and empirical studies. CyberSession is available in two variants: CS-Research and CS-Expo. Lab systems include a software toolkit that covers the complete workflow from creating interactive virtual experiments to conducting data collection.
- Support for highly immersive VR via head-mounted display, PowerWall and CAVE projection.
- Programmable graphical user interface to control the experimental procedure and controlled sequences
- Storage of extensive VR simulation data, or output via LSL for further processing
- Querying of external devices for trial sequencing, such as TR pulse-controlled fMRI studies
- Control of external devices, such as stimulus generators, motion simulation systems and tactile stimulation systems
CyberSession is a central software module of the VTplus VR Platform and can be combined, depending on the research setup, with VR technology, measurement systems, stimulation systems and project-specific peripheral devices.
VR technology and peripherals
We provide you with individually tailored technology for use with CS-Research for a fully functional VR lab. For this purpose, we cooperate with renowned partners, manufacturers and distributors.
- VR technology
- Head-mounted displays
- Tracking systems, head tracking, object tracking
- Eye tracking
- Interaction options
- preconfigured and certified technology for simulation calculation
- Peripheral Physiology
- Recorder and accessories for measuring EEG, ECG, EDA, EMG, respiratory rate
User and developer support
The following support options are offered:
- User support for the use of the simulation system
- Technical support, optionally with on-site service
- System instruction and user training
- Developer support: to handle individual VR content creation and programming questions, including remote support upon request.
Information for users of the VTplus VR research systems
When conducting studies on humans, the relevant recommendations, guidelines or regulations in the respective applicable versions must be complied with. Prior to the start of a study, a positive vote of the responsible ethics committee is required, or a letter from the responsible authority stating that no ethics vote is required.
Application examples with selected research projects and studies can be found in the article Empirical Research with Virtual Reality.