eXtended Reality for DImensional Verification of industrial INstallations
Project details
Acronym: XR-DIVIN
Start date: 15-11-2024
End date: 30-09-2025
Internal project
Participants
Research group on Efficient and Digital Engineering (EN.EDI) of the Universidade de Vigo.
Description
Industrial installations require precise adaptation to the customer’s final layout, where the positioning of support elements is a critical step. Any deviation can compromise the viability and operability of the system, leading to significant impacts on cost, schedule, quality, and reliability. Currently, companies rely heavily on manual measurements and post-design adjustments, which increases risks and may require additional resources if errors are detected during assembly.
The XR-DIVIN project addresses this challenge by applying Extended Reality (XR), with a focus on Mixed Reality (MR), as a tool for dimensional verification in industrial settings. By integrating digital 3D models into the real space, the project aims to enable continuous validation, allowing operators to accurately position elements, preview installations before completion, and reduce dependence on manual checks. The project will demonstrate how XR technologies can streamline industrial assembly, reduce errors, and enhance overall process efficiency.
Objectives
The main objective is to develop and validate a Mixed Reality (MR) application that supports industrial operators during assembly by enabling the precise alignment of 3D models with the real environment. This approach is expected to reduce human error, avoid costly rework, and support training activities without requiring engineering expertise.
To achieve this, the project sets out the following secondary objectives:
- Develop an application to assist in the positioning of support elements and in the validation of the material handling system during both the assembly phase and its final location.
- Allow operators to navigate through the installation, both in its final location and in any other environment, as a training tool. Functionalities available to operators include marking support elements without the need for manual measurements, and validating the positioning of components as they are installed.
- Design a simple and intuitive interface for uploading and sending 3D models, accessible to users with or without knowledge of engineering or programming.
- Ensure that the MR application is easy and comfortable to use, and that it is always supported by clear, user-friendly manuals to facilitate its adoption.
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