Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality to enhance Industry 4.0, with Xavier Riba.
At INDPULS, we have a Technological Radar that allows us to identify technology companies and startups with the potential to respond to our innovation challenges. In this session, our guest has been Xavier Riba, co-founder of INNOVAE, to explore new use cases of Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) to enhance Industry 4.0.
Innovation for companies with Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality
VR and AR are not merely tools that optimize tasks or reduce costs; they are technologies that open new doors to innovation. Through Augmented Reality, we can access real-time information and make better-informed decisions in an agile and efficient manner. Meanwhile, Virtual Reality allows us to simulate complex work environments to train employees without risks and develop critical skills in less time.
Among the main applications of VR, the first is training through process simulation. It is used in onboarding processes, simulation, or risk prevention. Secondly, there is the digitalization of technical operations. Among the applications of AR, Xavier Riba highlighted video assistance, with traceability of all the content generated, and AR-guided processes.
The future of Industry lies in the convergence of technologies, where Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality play a fundamental role in elevating the efficiency, productivity, and profitability of companies to the next level.
INNOVAE: Success Cases in Industry 4.0
INNOVAE is a technology company specialized in the application of Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) technologies in the context of Industry 4.0. With over 20 years of experience in the sector, INNOVAE has developed more than 400 projects, becoming a leader in creating innovative solutions to improve efficiency, safety, and training in industries such as automotive, energy, machinery, and food.
INNOVAE has worked with important clients such as SEAT, Volkswagen, and Acciona, helping to implement digitalization processes and extended reality in their industrial operations. This has allowed them to establish themselves as a reference in the use of AR and VR to enhance Industry 4.0.
One success case for the company is the implementation of the Remote Technical Assistance (ATR) system for Volkswagen dealerships in Spain. The solution has enabled the digitalization of technical knowledge through screenshots, session recordings, and the automatic generation of detailed reports. Thanks to ATR, they have minimized the travel of experts, reduced the learning curve for mechanics, and significantly improved the diagnosis and resolution of complex failures, thereby optimizing the operational efficiency of the dealership network.
The development of the webAR teaser Metahype for CUPRA is another success case of INNOVAE. An innovative concept that combines the purchase of vehicles with an immersive experience. Through this web Augmented Reality solution, users can explore the virtual environment of the automotive brand interactively and engagingly, without needing to download an application. By simply scanning a QR code, they access a 360º environment with animated characters and interactive points.
Discover more success cases from the company on its website.
