IRVINE, CA – April 15, 2025– EON Reality, the world leader in AI-assisted Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality-based knowledge transfer for industry and education, today announced a significant strategic initiative designed to support the Czech Republic’s ambitious defense modernization and deepen its integration within NATO. This initiative introduces the specialized “AI Academy for Defence – Czech Western Integration Track,” leveraging EON Reality’s revolutionary Spatial AI technology. EON Reality is forging crucial partnerships with the Czech Ministry of Defence, the Armed Forces of the Czech Republic (Armáda České republiky), key academic institutions like the University of Defence in Brno, and the Czech defense industry (e.g., VOP CZ, Česká zbrojovka) to deploy a transformative XR and AI training ecosystem. This program aims to rapidly equip Czech military personnel with the advanced, AI-era skills required to effectively operate and maintain sophisticated new platforms like the F-35 Lightning II and CV90 infantry fighting vehicles, facilitating a seamless transition to cutting-edge Western technology.

The Why: Bridging the Advanced Skills Chasm for Czechia’s Leap to 5th Generation Capabilities

Czechia is making substantial investments to meet its NATO 2% GDP commitment, undertaking a significant modernization across all domains. Procurements of transformative platforms like the 5th generation F-35 fighter and the highly advanced CV90 IFV, alongside CAESAR artillery systems, represent a quantum leap in capability but also create a considerable advanced skills chasm. Czech forces must rapidly transition from legacy equipment, master the intricate digital systems and networked capabilities of these new platforms, ensure full NATO interoperability (especially within frameworks like Multinational Division North East – MND-NE), and develop proficiency safely and efficiently. Traditional training methods face challenges in replicating the complexity of the F-35 or CV90, providing sufficient practice on limited assets, and developing the necessary AI-era competencies for data fusion and human-machine teaming. Closing this skills gap is paramount for Czechia to realize the full strategic value of its modernization investments and solidify its role as a capable, modern NATO ally.

The What: EON Reality’s Integrated Ecosystem, Powered by Spatial AI for Czech Armed Forces Readiness

EON Reality delivers a holistic, AI-accelerated solution meticulously architected to address Czechia’s specific modernization and integration training needs. This initiative utilizes the full EON Reality ecosystem, tailored for the Czech Armed Forces:

• The EON-XR Platform: The secure, scalable technological foundation, deployable according to Czech security requirements, enabling the swift creation and delivery of high-fidelity, interactive 3D training simulations of key Czech platforms (F-35 cockpit, CV90 crew stations, CAESAR operation). Its groundbreaking Spatial AI Text-to-XR capability allows Czech technical manuals, NATO STANAGs, or text prompts to be instantly converted into interactive XR learning modules in Czech in under 80 seconds, revolutionizing the speed and sovereignty of relevant content creation.
• Specialized AI Academy for Defence – Czech Western Integration Track: A focused workforce pipeline aligned with Czech modernization milestones (F-35, CV90 delivery). It blends immersive XR simulation (e.g., F-35 systems management, CV90 networked tactical drills, CAESAR fire control procedures) with AI-personalized learning journeys, accelerating practical skill development and granting relevant Czech/NATO micro-credentials.
• EON Career Guide & Compass: Intelligent AI tools assisting Czech personnel to navigate careers within the modernizing Armed Forces and the Czech defense industrial base, identify skills required for 5th generation platforms, and visualize customized learning roadmaps.
• AI-Era Czech Military Curriculum: Developed collaboratively with Czech military experts and industry partners (like VOP CZ). Features dynamic modules concentrating on technical proficiency alongside essential AI-era skills and NATO integration: advanced sensor fusion (F-35), networked IFV operations (CV90), data-driven decision making, and interoperability protocols relevant to MND-NE and broader Alliance operations.

This integrated ecosystem provides hyper-realistic virtual scenarios relevant to Czechia’s operational context and its role in Central Europe/Eastern Flank defense. It dramatically accelerates the learning curve for complex digital systems, enabling personnel to master critical skills up to 4x faster than traditional methods, delivering combat-ready, interoperable forces more efficiently.

The How: Synergistic Partnerships & Scalable, Secure Deployment in Czechia

This strategic Czech initiative is built upon a synergistic, nationally-aligned collaborative framework. EON Reality is actively building alliances with key Czech institutions:

• Government & Military Leadership (e.g., Ministry of Defence, General Staff, Training Commands): Providing strategic direction, defining specific training requirements tied to F-35/CV90 acquisitions, ensuring alignment with NATO capability targets and interoperability standards, and facilitating integration within the Czech Armed Forces structure.
• Academic & Training Institutions (e.g., University of Defence Brno, Vyškov Military Academy): Serving as crucial deployment hubs and centers for expertise, integrating XR/AI training into military education, contributing pedagogical knowledge, and supporting the adoption of advanced training methodologies.
• Czech Defense Industry (e.g., VOP CZ, Česká zbrojovka, ERA): Collaborating on defining skill needs for systems involving Czech industrial participation (like CV90), validating digital twins of relevant equipment, providing subject matter expertise, and strengthening the national defense technological and industrial base (OBPS).

Deployment strategies will be flexible and secure, adhering to Czech national security regulations and NATO requirements. Options include establishing AI Academy centers near key bases (e.g., Čáslav Air Base, Přáslavice), integration into existing military training facilities (like Vyškov), mobile XR units for field exercises or deployments with NATO units (e.g., eFP Battlegroups), and comprehensive Czech-language train-the-trainer programs to foster long-term national expertise and sustainability.

Key Benefits for Czech Defence Modernization & NATO Contribution:

• Accelerated Fielding of 5th Gen Capabilities: Dramatically reduce training time (by up to 60%) for pilots, ground crews, and maintainers on the F-35 and CV90 platforms, mastering complex skills 4x faster to ensure Czechia can effectively operate these transformative assets upon delivery.
• Enhanced NATO Interoperability & Integration: Rapidly train personnel on NATO standards, doctrine, and communication systems, ensuring seamless integration with allied forces, particularly within the MND-NE framework and other coalition structures.
• Superior Proficiency & Safety: Achieve high qualification rates (over 95%) on advanced systems while conducting zero-risk training for complex F-35 flight operations, CV90 tactical employment, and advanced maintenance procedures. Boost knowledge retention by over 75%.
• Optimized Defence Investment: Significantly reduce lifecycle training costs (up to 65% savings) associated with acquiring and sustaining high-tech platforms, maximizing the value derived from Czechia’s increased defense spending.
• AI-Ready, Future-Proof Czech Armed Forces: Cultivate personnel skilled in essential AI-era competencies, ready for networked warfare, data fusion, human-machine teaming, and adapting to future technological advancements within NATO.
• Strengthened Contribution to Collective Defence: Enhance Czechia’s ability to contribute highly capable, modern, and interoperable forces to NATO’s deterrence and defense posture in Central and Eastern Europe.

Comparison: Traditional Czech Armed Forces vs. EON Reality’s AI-Era Approach (with Spatial AI)

Expanded Targeted Use Cases for Czech Armed Forces Training:

(Includes scenarios readily generated/enhanced by Spatial AI)

• F-35 Lightning II Pilot & Maintainer Training: Comprehensive training covering advanced cockpit systems, sensor fusion (EOTS/DAS), low observability procedures, weapon systems integration, and complex maintenance tasks specific to the F-35A. (AI converts Lockheed Martin/USAF manuals)
• CV90 MkIV IFV Crew & Maintenance Training: Mastering the digital architecture, advanced sighting systems, weapon stations (including potential anti-tank guided missiles), C4ISR integration, and maintenance procedures for the Czech-specific CV90 variant. (AI incorporates VOP CZ/BAE Systems data)
• CAESAR 8×8 Self-Propelled Howitzer Crew Training: Training on rapid deployment, fire control systems, digital communication integration within artillery command structures, and basic maintenance.
• NATO Command & Staff Procedures (MND-NE Context): Immersive training for Czech staff officers on NATO planning processes, operational reporting, and coordination procedures relevant to participation in Multinational Division North East.
• Joint Terminal Attack Controller (JTAC) & Forward Air Controller (FAC) Training: Simulating coordination of air support (including F-35) with ground forces in complex European terrain, adhering to NATO standards.
• Transition Training from Legacy Systems: Providing comparative training modules highlighting differences between legacy Soviet-era equipment and new Western platforms to ease adaptation.
• Cross-Domain Integration Exercises (Virtual): Enabling participation in virtual exercises simulating the integration of air (F-35), land (CV90, CAESAR), and potentially cyber/EW effects within a NATO context.
• AR-Guided Maintenance for F-35, CV90, CAESAR: Utilizing AR overlays for real-time, contextual instructions during maintenance tasks on newly acquired Western systems, improving efficiency and accuracy. (AI converts technical manuals to AR)

“Czechia’s strategic decision to acquire 5th generation capabilities like the F-35 and advanced platforms like the CV90 demonstrates a clear commitment to modernizing its Armed Forces and strengthening its NATO contribution,” said Dan Lejerskar, Chairman of EON Reality. “This leap in technology requires an equally significant leap in training. EON Reality’s Spatial AI and XR platform provides the Czech Republic with the means to accelerate skill acquisition 4x faster, ensuring personnel can master these complex systems safely and effectively integrate fully into NATO operational frameworks. We are eager to partner with Czechia to build an AI-ready, highly capable force prepared for the challenges of the modern security environment.”

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