Simulaatoreid

Simulaatoreid is the Estonian plural form for simulators, referring to devices or software that imitate real-world processes, systems, or environments. They are used for training, experimentation, and analysis across many sectors.

Types include physical cockpit or motion simulators for aviation and driving, medical simulators for practicing procedures or anatomy, process simulators for chemical plants or electrical grids, and software-based or virtual simulators for programming, logistics, and disaster response. Simulators vary from low-fidelity models to high-fidelity, immersive systems using virtual reality or haptic feedback.

Key components are a model of the target system, an interface for users, and a simulation engine that runs the model in real time. Fidelity depends on physics accuracy, data quality, and the range of sensory channels (visual, auditory, haptic) and interaction modalities.

Uses and benefits include safe training in dangerous or costly domains, repeatable practice of scenarios, standardized assessment, and support for design testing and research. They can reduce risk and cost while enabling exploration of rare or extreme cases.

Limitations include questions of model validity, transfer of skills to the real world, and upfront and maintenance costs. Effective use requires ongoing validation, data updates, and alignment with empirical evidence.