Software Specification of A Mining Truck Simulator and Trainer

In the surface mining industry, the cost of workplace-related accidents is high in terms of downtime and equipment repair. Training operators how to safely inspect and operate their vehicles is the major part of any training program. Traditional training methods are often expensive, ineffective, or even life-threatening. As a result, the mining industry is constantly searching for better training methods for their employees. This paper outlines the motivation for, and the development of, a virtual reality (VR) based Mine Truck Simulator and Trainer, which will cut costs and provide a risk-free interactive learning environment. It further discusses the specific requirements, functional and non-functional, with the aid of the Unified Modeling Language (UML). Directions of further research and development are also described.