Use of Virtual Reality and/or Augmented Reality Resources to Control and Visualize Processes

Abstract

This thesis investigates the use of virtual reality (VR) and/or augmented reality (AR) resources for process control and visualization. The research looks on the usefulness of these technologies in improving understanding and management of complex processes in industries such as manufacturing, construction, and healthcare. A comprehensive evaluation of the literature on VR and AR suggests that these tools provide considerable benefits, such as better safety, efficiency, and accuracy, as well as improved visibility and control of operations. The thesis also discusses the obstacles and constraints of employing virtual reality and augmented reality resources in process management and visualization, such as technological issues, cost, and user acceptability. The diploma thesis focuses on managing real-world equipment from a virtual environment using the ESP8266 Board, Unity VR platform, and Google Firebase database for online data transmission. This procedure may be used in a variety of sectors where it is impossible to get to a certain spot in the actual world but a clear vision of the location is necessary for operating certain equipment, which is provided by the virtual world with the assistance of VR googles.