Digital Transformation Using Immersive Technologies in Manufacturing and Utilities

摘要

Immersive technologies have a tremendous ability to be a growth driver in digital transformation journey for manufacturing and utilities industries. This is an emerging technology area which has been in research and development for many years. The paper looks at the relationship between immersive technologies (augmented reality, virtual reality, and mixed reality), drivers and trends, some use cases applicable particularly in manufacturing and utilities industries followed by the approach for creating immersive applications and representative architecture. This paper also highlights the leading development tools available in the market and factors that may be considered before selecting the right development kit.