Course Outline
Introduction to VR and AR
- Definitions and differences between VR and AR
 - Historical development and evolution
 - Current trends and future outlook
 - Overview of use cases in different sectors
 - Benefits and challenges of VR/AR adoption
 
Hardware and Software for VR/AR
- VR headsets, AR glasses, and other hardware
 - VR/AR development platforms and software tools
 - Comparison of popular VR/AR systems
 
VR/AR Applications in Automation
- Training and simulation
 - Maintenance and troubleshooting
 - Process monitoring and control
 - Design and prototyping
 
VR Development Tools
- Unity and Unreal Engine
 - VR SDKs and APIs
 - 3D modeling and simulation software
 
AR Development Tools
- ARKit, ARCore, and Vuforia
 - Mobile AR development platforms
 - Marker-based and markerless AR
 
Integration with Automation Systems
- Connecting VR/AR with PLCs, SCADA, and DCS
 - Data visualization and interaction
 
User Experience and Interface Design
- Principles of VR/AR UX/UI design
 - Ergonomics and user comfort
 - Interaction models and input devices
 
Prototyping and Development
- Creating VR/AR prototypes
 - Iterative development and testing
 - Debugging and optimization techniques
 
Project Management
- Planning and managing VR/AR projects
 - Collaboration and team roles
 - Budgeting and resource allocation
 
VR Training Simulator
- Developing a VR training environment for industrial operations
 - Simulating real-world scenarios and emergencies
 
AR Maintenance Application
- Creating an AR app for equipment maintenance and troubleshooting
 - Integrating real-time data and interactive guides
 
Process Monitoring with VR/AR
- Designing a VR/AR interface for real-time process monitoring
 - Visualizing data from automation systems in a virtual/augmented environment
 
Next-Generation VR/AR Technologies
- Advances in hardware and software
 - Potential future applications in automation
 
AI and Machine Learning in VR/AR
- Enhancing VR/AR experiences with AI
 - Predictive maintenance and intelligent automation
 
Ethical and Safety Considerations
- Ensuring safety in VR/AR applications
 - Addressing ethical concerns and data privacy
 
Summary and Next Steps
Requirements
- Basic knowledge of automation and control systems
 - Familiarity with industrial processes and technologies
 
Audience
- Automation engineers
 - Industrial engineers
 - Systems integrators
 - Robotics engineers
 
Testimonials (1)
practical examples and troubleshooting of real problems (during creating real projects, games, etc.), I mean good practice and how the real project work looks like