Industrial IMMERSIVE Brief | September 27, 2024

XR Manufacturing: A Future So Bright, You'll Need VR Goggles!

It's time to put down the wrench and pick up the VR goggles—because the industrial metaverse is here!

In our recent article, "Transforming Manufacturing with XR and the Metaverse ," we dove deep into how these cutting-edge technologies are revolutionizing everything from product design to employee training.

Here’s a taste of what’s in store:

• Real-time Simulations and Digital Twins: Why guess when you can simulate? Test production lines without the stress—and without needing an IT degree!?
• Immersive Training: No more boring manuals. Now you can put new hires in a VR headset and let them learn by “doing”—without risking your expensive machinery. Talk about low stakes, high returns!
• Remote Collaboration and Labor Shortages: Work smarter, not harder. XR technology lets experts operate equipment from across the world. Help alleviate the labor shortage problem without needing a time machine.?

But it's not all flying cars and holographic meetings (yet). There are still challenges, like data security, hefty up-front investments, and integrating into existing tools so everything works together.

See how XR is already turning manufacturing on its head—and what you need to know before jumping into this brave new virtual world.

Read the full story on XR and the metaverse in manufacturing

AI is Building the Future (Literally)

Managing construction projects is like juggling hardhats, hammers, and a ticking clock. Good news: AI is stepping in to make things smoother, safer, and maybe a little less headache-inducing.

Our recent Industrial IMMERSIVE article explores how new tech is helping companies reduce costs, boost safety, and keep projects moving smoothly.

Here’s a little preview of what you’ll learn:

• How AI can keep your projects on track without breaking the budget?
• AI-powered tools that actually make job sites safer
• Challenges to implementing AI successfully
• How AI can solve some of the industry's most pressing issues
• Targeted AI use cases that can streamline your workflow
• The secret sauce to using AI in AEC: Don’t boil the ocean

Catch you on the construction site of the future!

Read the full story on AI in AEC

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WHAT ELSE?

• The construction industry has begun to realize the transformative potential of AI . However, integrating AI is not as simple as plugging in a new software system. It requires careful preparation, robust infrastructure and, most critically, clean data. Check out the path to adopting AI in construction.
• Saudi Arabian Chevron showcased its groundbreaking hologram technology in Saudi Arabia. With this new hologram display tool, subsurface professionals can better understand the complex properties of oil and gas reservoirs. The tool can help guide decision-making.?
• Studio Steel, a?BuildingPoint (UPG)-backed business, is utilizing Cintoo in its projects to to offer a better service to their clients in the form of maintenance and inspection on the reporting side. By having visual evidence in Cintoo , Studio Steel not only helps pre-design phases, but also leverages reporting to better monitor and maintain building structures.
• Shawn Frayne, CEO and Co-Founder of Looking Glass Factory recently spoke exclusively on the new rising tech trend of 3D Spatial Monitors and the Accessiblity of AR wearables and VR Headsets.
• Imvizar, an Irish start-up, has raised a total of €1.5 million , including a significant investment from Delta Partners VC, to fuel the launch of new technology which has the power to put augmented reality (AR) storytelling into the hands of millions of worldwide creators.
• SLB is building on its long-standing collaboration with NVIDIA to develop generative AI solutions for the energy industry. Working together with NVIDIA, SLB will build and optimize models to the specific needs and requirements of the data-intensive energy industry, including subsurface exploration, production operations and data management.?

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