I find the topic of training simulators very interesting. In my experience there are several simulator manufacturers who provide visually great simulators but are quite like developed video games as the simulation isn't based on real-time simulation of dynamics which in my point of view is the only way to provide a authentic experience. Not to underestimate the importance of the visual part. In order to professionally train, the simulator has to obey the laws of physics as does the real machinery. Obviously the price is an issue when speaking about simulators but training centers and learning institutes should be great customers (especially when training large machinery) as simulators do not tie productive machinery. This comment is not related to AIMS, as I am not aware of the company and their simulation technology. Just a general point of view.

Edit: Didn't realize it was a one year old topic :-)