VR/AR Association (VRARA)’s Post

The Metaverse has no impact? Exploring Europe's Metaverse innovations 🌍 European companies are leading the way in bringing the metaverse to life, using virtual, mixed and augmented reality to enhance industries and improve lives. Here are some key takeaways: Industry leaders utilising #Immersive #Tech: 🚚 IVECO: Reduced training times by 75%, improved efficiency by 93%, and increased worker satisfaction by 84%. 🏓 DECATHLON: VR solutions break barriers to sports practice and discovery, like virtual table tennis. ✈️ Lufthansa: Training staff on airplane seats virtually, saving costs and expanding accessibility. 💡 #Transforming #Healthcare: 🧠 Medicalholodeck: Enables medical professionals and students to practice in a fully immersive digital environment. 🏥 AVATAR MEDICAL: Converts medical scans into 3D VR representations for better visualization and training. 🧘♂️ HypnoVR: Software helping over 100,000 patients manage stress and anxiety in 400+ hospitals across Europe. 🎓 #Revolutionising #Education: 📚 GoStudent: Immersive language learning through VR, transporting students to simulated real-life scenarios. 🎓 Esade: Virtual campus enables remote class attendance. 🏰 TARGO: Emmy-nominated studio using VR to bring historical and cultural stories to life, like the Notre-Dame cathedral. 🤝 Kiin: Provides immersive diversity and inclusion training to foster empathy and inclusivity. All of these examples show the tangible impact of immersive technologies across various sectors, paving the way for a more innovative and inclusive future. With more to come! #Metaverse #VirtualReality #AugmentedReality #Innovation #EuropeanTech #Healthcare #Education #Industry4.0

EON Reality's Spatial AI Platform! This game-changer is set to revolutionize how education and enterprise sectors adopt and utilize XR. 👨🎓🏭 By simplifying and enhancing the integration process, our Spatial AI Platform breaks down the traditional barriers, making XR technology more accessible and effective than ever. Whether it's for learning, training, or operational efficiency, this platform promises to open new horizons. 💡 What makes it stand out? It's user-friendly, scalable, and designed to seamlessly integrate into existing systems, ensuring a smooth transition into the immersive world of XR. 🗣️ We're excited to see how this innovation transforms educational experiences and enterprise operations. Join us in embracing this new era of technology! 🔗 Learn more about the EON Reality Spatial AI Platform here: https://lnkd.in/ecgWX23v #EONReality #SpatialAI #XR #EducationalTechnology

Discover AI-Enhanced XR Experiences for Social Good 🌎✨ Join Prof. Doron Friedman, Head of the ARL for an insightful webinar on May 16th. He'll be showcasing two pioneering case studies at the intersection of AI and Extended Reality (XR) technology: "Inceptor" 🧠 - This groundbreaking system addresses the global mental health crisis by transforming text into interactive social VR training scenarios. See how it empowers professionals to build resilience through immersive experiences, backed by robust evidence. GuestXR 🤖 - Explore how an AI meta-agent called "Guest" promotes positive social interactions in virtual environments like the Metaverse. Utilizing reinforcement learning in simulated worlds, Guest is then deployed in real XR spaces to foster pro-social behaviors among users. Beyond these innovative applications, Prof. Friedman will examine the practical and ethical complexities 🔍 involved in deploying AI within XR environments. Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights into harnessing the power of AI and XR for social good. 💡 Reserve your spot today: https://lnkd.in/dijYpfg6

Friday Recap: AI Avatars, VR Journeys, and an Exciting Nomination! 🎉 This week has been buzzing with exciting developments in tech and education, so let’s dive in: AI Avatars: The Future of Education? VictoryXR is pushing the boundaries of learning with AI avatars of professors and historical figures who can answer questions on any subject. And the best part? These AI avatars cost as little as $0 (DIY) or $1,000 (with support)! This could revolutionize how we approach education, making high-quality, personalized learning more accessible than ever before. Google Earth VR Goes Wireless Google Earth VR is now available on wireless headsets like Meta Quest and Apple Vision Pro, through the Fly app by VirZOOM Inc.! This is huge news for educators and learners alike, opening up a world of immersive experiences. Whether it's geography, history, or environmental studies, students can now explore the world in a whole new way—no wires attached. President's Innovation Award Nomination I'm thrilled to share that XpertVR, along with the incredible teams at Niagara College and Brock University, has been nominated for the President's Innovation Award! 🎉 Working alongside Jamie Oresar, Jim McEwen, Theresa Anzovino, Maureen Connolly, Qi Wan, and the CAPA COMMUNITY ADVISORY COUNCIL has been an inspiring journey, and this nomination is a testament to the power of collaboration. Fighting Wildfires with VR Wildfires are becoming more frequent and intense, and to combat this, XpertVR is partnering with organizations across Canada to develop a VR command simulation. This tool allows users to learn, practice, and implement their wildfire command skills in a safe and controlled environment. We're excited to see how this VR simulation can make a real difference in preparing for natural disasters. This week has been a reminder of how technology can drive positive change, from transforming education to enhancing our ability to respond to emergencies. What caught your eye this week? Let’s keep the conversation going in the comments! 👇 #AI #VR #Education #Innovation #WildfireManagement John King

Can we harness VR to teach empathy? 🐝 Today, the spotlight is on The New School, New York City: where an innovative VR project was designed to take students on a virtual journey to a Californian almond farm. While this immersive experience allowed them to explore the natural environment and its interactions, its purpose wasn't to take students on a virtual field trip. Instead, the goal was to have students step into the shoes — or wings — of a bee and experience the world from their perspective, witnessing firsthand the impact of pesticides on their lives and habitat. Dubbed an "empathy machine" by Maya Georgieva, the director of the university's innovation center, this project harnesses the immersive and emotive power of VR to create a sense of presence and urgency that textbooks can't replicate. More than just seeing through another's eyes, it allows students to "be" in that situation, making learning profoundly impactful and memorable. #education #schools #virtualreality #VR #immersivetechnology #tech #edtech #EDUtechAsia https://lnkd.in/gqiUpSad

Which implementation strategy do the organisations use? 🚀✨ When it comes to the implementation and use of VR learning scenarios, there is rarely a specific recipe to follow that leads directly to successful and value-creating use of the VR solution. 🥽📈 However, there are some points that all organisations should consider in the implementation process. One of them is a point we call 'demystification'. 🤔🔍 As part of Regionshospitalet Horsens's implementation strategy, they chose to host a series of 'Pop-up workshop' events, where they, among other things, let passers-by in the canteen area try the SundSim VR scenario 'Basic Life Support in the hospital'. 🏥👀 This led to several exciting dialogues between the VR managers and the staff, and all those who had heard about the use of VR in the hospital could now see and try it for themselves. 👥💬 When the staff have seen, heard and tried the VR learning scenarios, they immediately have much better prerequisites for being able to assess in which contexts it will make sense and create value to use this type of solution, and also in which places it will not make sense . 💡 ✅ We have been told that there was a very good feedback on the various Pop-up workshops, and also ideas for further development, which we are always interested in hearing. 🗣️👂 There is still a preponderance of people who have not tried this type of VR technology, and it is therefore important to prioritize the informal demonstrations and create a familiarity with the technology among the employees. 👋😊 Really great initiative, Charlotte Hansen and Anne Mette Skjødt-Jensen! We look forward to our continued collaboration. 💙 If you are interested in hearing about more points that may be worth considering in connection with the implementation of VR technology in your organization, feel free to write us a message. 📝📩

🌐 Navigate the Extended Reality (XR) landscape with us at Learning Technologies 2024! 🚀 We're proud to be sponsors and contributors to the future of Learning & Development. Join our Ceo & Founder Frank Furnari and Daniel Lever, Innovation Director Learning at Mintra as they illuminate the path through the XR terrain, overcoming the key L&D challenges of today. 🚀 #LearningTech2024 📢 Session: "Navigating the Extended Reality landscape and how it’s solving key L&D challenges" 🔍 Synopsis Deep-Dive: The days of traditional training effectiveness are behind us. L&D and HR leaders are on the lookout for innovative methods to recruit, engage, and upskill the workforce. In our interactive seminar, Frank will reveal and demonstrate how Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), and Mixed Reality (MR) are addressing these critical issues. Daniel will dissect the transformative impact of XR learning technologies, sharing real-world examples that showcase how XR is revolutionising training across various sectors. Expect to discover how XR boosts engagement, comprehension, and retention to dramatically alter the learning experience. 🚧 Additionally, Daniel will tackle the real-world challenges faced when implementing XR, from technical and logistical obstacles to financial considerations and the need for sustained support. Join us: 📅 17th April ⏰ 10:15 - 10:45 AM 📍 Theatre 2 Save your seat for a session that promises to be as enlightening as it is transformative. Let's shape the future of L&D, together. Swipe to see the session details and plan your day at #LDTech2024! #ARuVR #Mintra #LAndD #Innovation #VR #AR #MixedReality #FutureOfLearning #LearningTechnology

👉 At this year's Industrial IMMERSIVE Week, Nathan Pettyjohn, CEO of The Immerse Group and President of the VR/AR Association (VRARA), revealed the game-changing potential of XR and AI in revolutionizing the industrial landscape, especially when it comes to workforce issues. Pettyjohn unveiled the looming challenge of the skilled workforce gap and offered compelling insights into how XR and AI can turn this challenge into an opportunity for growth. 📈 From digital twins for training to VR and AR applications for safety 🚧 and upskilling, Pettyjohn showcases real-world examples of companies achieving remarkable productivity gains and cost savings 💰 like: ▪️15% to 35% productivity improvements in the picking process ▪️Nearly error-free manufacturing ▪️30% to 40% reduction in resolution time for field service tasks ▪️52% lower costs doing training in VR 👀 Read the recap and get on-demand access to Industrial IMMERSIVE Week sessions: https://bit.ly/4b2GHOG #AI #VR #AR #IIW24 #IndustrialLandscape #DigitalTwins #WorkforceIssues #gains

The Use of VR in Enhancing Empathy and Understanding Social Issues Problem Statement: In today's interconnected world, fostering empathy and understanding for social issues is more critical than ever. Traditional methods of education and awareness often fall short in providing the immersive and impactful experiences needed to truly connect with and understand the struggles and perspectives of others. What is VR in Enhancing Empathy and Understanding Social Issues? Virtual Reality (VR) is a technology that creates fully immersive, computer-generated environments. When applied to social issues, VR allows users to step into the shoes of others, experiencing their realities firsthand. This can include simulations of living conditions, social challenges, and various life experiences that are otherwise difficult to convey through traditional media. Why is VR Important for Enhancing Empathy and Understanding Social Issues? Immersive Experience: VR provides a powerful, immersive experience that traditional methods cannot match, making users feel as if they are truly part of another person's reality. Emotional Connection: By simulating real-life scenarios, VR can evoke strong emotional responses, helping users develop a deeper emotional connection to social issues. Broad Reach: VR can be used to educate and raise awareness among a wide audience, including students, policymakers, and the general public, effectively bridging gaps in understanding. Behavioral Change: Experiencing social issues through VR can inspire empathy-driven behavioral changes and motivate people to take action in support of social causes. How is VR Enhancing Empathy and Understanding Social Issues? Educational Programs: Schools and universities are using VR to teach students about historical events, social injustices, and cultural differences, providing a more engaging and impactful learning experience. Training Simulations: VR is being used to train professionals in various fields, such as law enforcement and healthcare, to handle social issues with greater empathy and understanding. Virtual Storytelling: Filmmakers and content creators are using VR to tell powerful stories about marginalized communities and social struggles, helping audiences gain a deeper understanding of different perspectives. As VR technology continues to evolve, its potential to enhance empathy and understanding for social issues is immense. How do you see VR shaping the future of social awareness and education? What innovative applications of VR can you envision to bridge gaps in empathy and understanding? Join the conversation and share your thoughts on the transformative role of VR in enhancing empathy and understanding social issues! #VirtualReality #Empathy #SocialIssues #Innovation #Technology #Education #Awareness #ImmersiveLearning #FutureOfSocialChange

This is an interesting way to look at the possibilities of VR.