Keep Sparky Safe vs RFDS Virtual Aircraft

Keep Sparky Safe is an active Augmented Reality (AR) mobile game designed for children 4-12 years old. With Sparky the dog, students learn to identify electrical equipment and when they are unsafe due to damage. The AR allows students to come face to face with dangerous electrical scenarios, without being in any real danger. THE GAME: Move around in the real environment, following Sparky the dog. Observing 3D electrical objects popping up on screen which Sparky goes to investigate. The students can look all around the object then decide is Sparky is safe going near or touching it. Students will earn pawprints and lightning bolts by correctly identifying if the electrical equipment that appears safe or unsafe for Sparky to be around. Equipment will keep appearing until they assign them all correctly. WHAT STUDENTS WILL LEARN: The game teaches students to recognise unsafe situations involving common electrical equipment including: - power poles and lines - transformer or switching cabinets - underground connection pillars (also called green domes) - substations All electrical equipment can be dangerous if damaged. The game also shows the students how to identify whether it's safe or unsafe. A brief game exit quiz will provide a student score for recognising unsafe electrical equipment. FURTHER RESOURCES: Visit westernpower.com.au/sparky for accompanying picture book, video and teaching resources and instructions on how to use the app with your class.

In Outback Australia, where distances stretch endlessly and access to healthcare is often a challenge, the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) stands as a beacon of hope. For almost 100 years, the Flying Doctor has been servicing remote communities, connecting them to the finest healthcare and aeromedical services. Now, the Flying Doctor is pushing the boundaries of innovation further with the RFDS Mixed Reality App which brings its aircraft to life in the palms of users' hands. The Power of Mixed-Reality Technology Harnessing the power of mixed-reality technology, this innovative app allows users to explore a RFDS aircraft as if it exists in front of them. Mixed-reality technology combines elements of virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) to create immersive experiences that blend the virtual world with the real world. By overlaying digital elements onto the user's physical environment mixed-reality technology offers a level of immersion and interactivity that is unparalleled. Immerse yourself in the RFDS world Sit in the cockpit like a RFDS pilot or see the stretchers in the aircraft, with the RFDS Mixed-Reality App, users embark on an immersive journey. Through realistic simulations of a RFDS aircraft, users can gain an understanding how RFDS staff provide medical care to those in need. An educational experience Beyond providing users with a glimpse into the world of remote healthcare, the RFDS Mixed-Reality App serves as a valuable educational tool. Learn about the RFDS including its rich history, services, staff and more! The app can be launched anywhere in the world, providing an educational experience no matter where you live. So, what are you waiting for? It’s time for take-off! Download the RFDS Mixed-Reality App today and jump into the world of the Flying Doctor.