Center For Youth Initiatives

"Creation of a youth technology center for inventive creativity and engineering education"

LABORATORY OF APPLIED AUGMENTED AND VIRTUAL REALITY TECHNOLOGIES

In this laboratory we are going to provide an all-encompassing approach to augmented and virtual reality technologies of and their applications in various industries. To ensure this, our team managed to gather equipment and software from Japan, Taiwan and the European region.

VIVE PRO
FULL KIT

HTC VIVE PRO EYE EEA FULL KIT

VIVE Pro is engineered for professional-grade VR. True-to-life precision room-scale tracking. Ultra-vibrant screen colours. Incredibly high contrast and uber-realistic sounds. VIVE Pro is engineered for professional-grade VR.

Professional-grade VR
Spot every detail
3D spatial audio
Comfort

True-to-life precision room-scale tracking. Ultra-vibrant screen colours. Incredibly high contrast and uber-realistic sounds. VIVE Pro is engineered for professional-grade VR.

See the difference with VIVE Pro. High resolution AMOLED screens, with super-rich colours and contrast, dazzle the eye and bring your imagination to life.

Hear every world as intended by its creator. The Hi-Res certified headset and headphones are now integrated with 3D spatial sound to deliver for true-to-life immersive audio.

Optimized from top down for ergonomic comfort. Headset weight is evenly distributed to achieve a balanced centre of gravity. Suits a wide range of head shapes and sizes.

VR CONCEPT SOFTWARE

VR Concept is a universal software that, during the production process, enables to organize remote teamwork with any 3D model, including Computer-Aided Design (CAD) and Building Information Modelling (BIM) formats and in virtual reality helmets.

"It takes 1–5 minutes to visualize 3D models, depending on the detail."

Interesting fact

DESCRIPTION

Employees can organize a remote meeting in VR in a few minutes using a digital twin of the project, while being in different parts of the world. By loading 3D models in CAD and BIM formats into a single virtual scene without programming, simulations of various situations are possible. VR Concept has virtual prototyping functionality for mechanical engineering, design and construction, which allows to quickly and accurately identify errors in a project and evaluate ergonomics without going on business trips to train those who will operate and maintain it. The solution makes it possible to speed up project approvals between the decision maker, project manager, designers, performers, partners and customers.

USE CASE: GAZPROM NEFT

Gazprom Neft needed to quickly implement VR as part of its internal digitalization program in order to organize group discussions in VR without limiting the number of participants. The simple user interface of VR Concept made it possible to conduct express training on working with the software in one day and start using it. As a result, acquired skills in working with virtual reality technology immediately helped to reduce travel costs.

INDUSTRIES

It can be used in various industries: education, mechanical engineering, design, & construction.

EDUCATION

Effect of VR Concept implementation:

Increased material absorption + 75%
Improved exam performance + 50%
Reduced tuition costs – 40%
Increased student motivation!

Effect of VR Concept implementation

Reduced 3D model analysis time – 30%
Reducing the number of errors in the project – 50%
Cost reduction – 40%
Reduced design time – 30%

Benefits

Immersive training
Creating immersive educational scenarios promotes better learning of complex material and development of skills in solving complex problems.

Cost reduction
Training takes place faster, at a lower cost, while meeting safety requirements.

3D Model 1:1
Working with a 1:1 scale 3D model in VR provides significant advantages compared to using a flat monitor.

Analysis of the model in VR
A visual way to conduct model review, ergonomic assessment and analysis in VR, allowing you to gain a comprehensive understanding of the building before its physical implementation.

Collective work
VR accelerates the possibilities of effective collaboration, the decision-making process, and improves the quality and effectiveness of team work.

Quick implementation
Start of work is carried out in a few minutes, clear user interface. No programming skills required.

Import BIM format
Interaction with a 3D building model in VR, reducing time and resources spent on coordination and approval, increasing the accuracy and quality of the project.

Import point cloud
Import of laser scanning results in Point Cloud Library (PCL) format.

Quick implementation
Start of work is carried out in a few minutes, clear user interface. No programming skills required.

MOVERIO BT-35E SMART GLASSES

EPSON MOVERIO BT-35E FOR PROFESSIONAL USE

The Epson Moverio BT-35E are AR glasses that allow professionals to bring the virtual world right in front of their eyes so they can work undisturbed. The data glasses are particularly lightweight and compact because they do not have their own computing unit. The smart glasses are simply connected to an iPhone or Android smartphone. Then the data from the end device is transmitted to the glasses with minimal latency. This makes the data glasses perfect for situations where maximum concentration is crucial. Drone pilots, medics, and maintenance technicians always have all the information they need right in front of you and don’t have to switch devices, which can make mistakes more likely.

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EXTRA LIGHT DATA GLASSES WITH 3D FUNCTION
A highlight of the Moverio BT-35E is the ability to visualize content in 3D. The display with HD resolution and high brightness depicts all objects in the digital world sharply and with high contrast. An included attachment allows the glasses to be used even in strong direct sunlight. The Epson Moverio BT-35E is designed for professional use over an extended period of time. The low total weight of only 119 g allows the glasses to be worn without any problems with the neck or back. The attachment flexibly adapts to the shape of any head. A connection is possible via USB-C cable as well as via HDMI cable.

OTHER FIELDS OF USE
The Epson Moverio BT-35E smart glasses find applications in various fields due to their augmented reality capabilities. Here are some common uses:

Industrial Applications. In industries like manufacturing, maintenance, and logistics, these glasses can provide hands-free access to information, instructions, and real-time data overlay, improving efficiency and accuracy.
Remote Assistance and Training. They're valuable for remote collaboration and training scenarios. For instance, technicians in the field can receive guidance and instructions from experts located elsewhere through these glasses.
Education. They can offer immersive educational experiences by overlaying educational content or providing interactive learning scenarios.
Healthcare. They have potential in healthcare for applications like medical training, telemedicine, or assisting surgeons with real-time data during operations.
Navigation and Information Overlay. These glasses can overlay navigation directions, tourist information, or contextual information onto the wearer's view, enhancing experiences in various environments.
Augmented Reality Development. Developers use these glasses to create and test augmented reality applications and experiences.
Entertainment and Gaming. These glasses can offer an immersive gaming experience by overlaying digital elements onto the real world. They can also be used for watching movies or other multimedia content.

The versatility of these glasses makes them suitable for various industries and use cases that benefit from augmented reality technology and hands-free information display.

WEART TOUCHDIVER

WEART provides haptic solutions adding lifelike touch feelings to digital content and VR experiences.

TOUCHDIVER

TouchDIVER is the only VR haptic glove that co-localizes on fingertips the 3 stimuli influencing touch – force feedback, textures and thermal cues.

With TouchDIVER, interacting with virtual objects feels as natural as the real thing. Accelerate learning curves and save valuable resources when training, prototyping or exploring arts.

Haptic gloves come with a software development kit to easily integrate into Unity, Unreal Engine, and other software development platforms. Compatible with all the headsets on the market through personal computer, VR, and in standalone mode for selected HMDs.

USE CASES

From virtual prototyping and training to arts and marketing experieces, haptic solutions enhance immersion levels by providing realistic tactile feedback.

Telerobotics
Telerobotics is an incredibly valuable field that enables the remote control of robots. Application spans various fields, including micro-assembly, telemedicine, space exploration, hazardous material handling, and remote inspections. Integrating haptic gloves into the controlling system ensures the ability to feel what the end effector is doing. This facilitates them in carrying out tasks in challenging, inaccessible, or distant environments.

Industrial training
Industrial training has embraced immersive technology long ago, and recently adopted haptic gloves in virtual and mixed reality settings for a realistic tactile feedback.

TouchDIVER, with its unique haptic capabilities including force feedback, texture rendering, and thermal cues, reduces the number of sessions required for effective VR in industrial machinery and safety operations. No controllers, just natural hand interaction.

Virtual prototyping
Virtual prototyping has changed the product development process by visualizing designs in immersive experiences leveraging virtual reality (VR) technology.

With haptics and TouchDIVER, users can now interact with their virtual prototypes and manipulate them.

By creating a virtual environment that simulates real-world scenarios, virtual prototyping enables designers, engineers, and innovators to explore, test, touch and refine their ideas directly from their digital models.

VR Medical training
Virtual reality has revolutionized medical training by providing immersive simulations that closely replicate real-life surgical scenarios. These simulations allow trainees to practice procedures, refine their skills, and gain confidence in a risk-free environment. To enhance the VR medical training experience further, haptic gloves have been introduced, adding a fundamental tactile dimension.

Arts
TouchDIVER virtual and mixed reality haptic gloves present an incredible opportunity for artists and their audiences to engage with digital environments. It opens the doors to the realm of tactile feedback that empowers users to truly sense and manipulate virtual art pieces, their surface textures, shapes, and temperature. Visual digital artists can enrich their creative process, imbuing every stroke and line with a natural touch.

Marketing
Brands across industries seek innovative ways to engage audiences, and virtual and mixed reality have emerged as powerful tools for immersive marketing experiences. Haptic gloves like TouchDIVER elevate immersion, enabling users to have a sensory-rich experience during virtual product demonstrations at events, enhancing brand engagement and storytelling.

HAPTIC FEEDBACK

Force feedback
WEART technology can render cutaneous force on the fingertip, providing realistic tactile sensations with high resolution and speed. It utilizes a mechanical transmission actuated by a servomotor, applying pressure to the fingertip through a lever mechanism.

Textures rendering
WEART developed advanced techniques for texture rendering, resulting in realistic tactile sensations that closely resemble real-world textures. By considering the user’s hand speed and movement, algorithms dynamically adjust the generation of tactile signals in real-time, enhancing the overall realism.

Thermal cues
WEART enhances the sense of touch by incorporating thermal feedback technology. Users feel temperature-related tactile sensations in virtual, augmented, and mixed-reality environments, and get a realistic experience. Temperatures range from 15°C to 42°C, with exceptional resolution and response time.