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Oviedo defense firm serious simulations lands $28M army contract

Serious Simulations A small veteran-owned business at the University of Central Florida Incubator has been working in virtual and augmented reality for military training for the last seven years.

OVIEDO, Fla. — Serious Simulations, a defense firm in Oviedo, has obtained a $28 million deal with the Army to supply simulated grenades and land mines for combat training.

The contract is expected to double Serious Simulations’ workforce, emphasizing the company’s expanding role in military training technology.

The founder of Serious Simulations calls Orlando ‘the military simulation capital of the world,’ highlighting its importance in defense training innovation.

Serious Simulations focuses on developing realistic training environments for military personnel by leveraging advanced simulation technology to improve combat preparedness.

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Jake Jordan

Jake Jordan, WFTV.com

Jake Jordan is a UCF Radio and Television alum on the WFTV Content Center Team. He hosts podcasts and live shows, and previously worked as a producer, reporter, and anchor on Orlando's Morning News with Scott Anez.

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