Augmented Reality for Engineering
Augmented reality has laid the foundation for more technologically advanced businesses, offering an innovative yet realistic user experience and
a competitive advantage for companies utilizing it.
AR overlays digital information onto a real-world environment enabling engineers to envision and produce 3D CAD data in the physical world,
which can be very beneficial for getting precise measurements, improving operational and safety performances, and enhancing workflow efficiency.
Augmented reality facilitates engineering work and brings engineers closer to their clients by offering a set of comprehensive solutions every engineer wishes for:
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Prototyping
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Multifaceted Usage
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Increase Visibility/ Better Marketing
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Better Information Communication
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Effective Training
Prototyping
In engineering, the process of laying out a project begins with a prototype, a model, or a replica of the product or idea. In this stage, engineers can make some changes or fix what needs to be fixed before production.
Using AR technology for prototyping allows for making a digital product prototype before originating a physical one. Since traditional prototyping is expensive and laborious, implementing an AR prototype in the design process is the best alternative to reduce expenses and accelerate the timeline. Digital prototypes can be analyzed, adjusted, and virtually tested quickly.
Multifaceted Usage
Using AR technology is not limited to the visualization phase; it can be used in almost every stage, from visualizing and designing the product to manufacturing. Due to the digital prototype’s detailed information, Operations teams can quickly and effectively make the necessary adjustments. Also, AR technology provides better training for the production staff and elevates maintenance procedures.
Increase Visibility/ Better Marketing
AR technology allows clients/ consumers to investigate products before purchasing them, which in turn persuades clients and assures them about the quality of the work. This unique user experience proves the business to be trustworthy and enhances the business visibility and value.
Better Information Communication
Passing information to clients can be complicated, especially when the product has too many procedures to be dealt with or too many details to be discussed. AR technology has the solution to this problem. It sets forth information in a simplified and organized matter. The user will not have trouble processing too much-complicated data to make well-informed yet quick decisions.
Effective Training
AR technology can be used for on-site training and remote training.
Incorporating it in employee training boosts engineers’ efficiency because it allows them to train independently and improve their weak spots.
In addition, it’s safer than traditional training. For businesses where some work hazards occur, AR training prevents injuries due to its ability to
educate fresh engineers off-site engagingly and effectively.
AUGmentecture is a cutting-edge technology that has proven valuable for engineering projects. By incorporating AR, engineers can create digital prototypes
and train in lifelike environments that enable them to detect errors beforehand, make improvements, and increase efficiency and safety.