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Augmented Reality AR News and Resources

XR Brings Greater Clarity to Automotive Design

January 19, 2023 · While the technology is still evolving, it also offers a lot of possibilities to automakers. 

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Bridge the Gap Between Digital and Physical by Using XR for Planning and Layout

December 13, 2022 · Using Extended Reality (XR) is helping to bridge the gap between the digital and physical when creating and planning factory and plant layouts.

Nextech AR’s Toggle-3D Disrupting CAD-3D Model Market

November 10, 2022 · Toggle3D is introducing physically-based rendering material creation flows that reduces the material creation time from days to minutes, company says.

Dassault Systèmes Acquires Diota

September 29, 2022 · With acquisition, Dassault aims to bring augmented reality and field control technology to its manufacturing and operations customers.

Nextech AR Launches AI-Powered SaaS Software Platform

September 23, 2022 · Toggle3D is a standalone web application enabling product designers and 3D artists to create, customize and publish 3D models and experiences, according to Nextech AR.

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Augmented, Mixed or Virtual Reality

August 24, 2022 · The adoption of extended reality (XR) technology in engineering and manufacturing is accelerating at a rapid pace. But what is XR and what are its benefits? Theorem Solutions explains.

TeamViewer and Siemens Offer Augmented and Mixed Reality solutions

July 28, 2022 · This collaboration allows Siemens' global customers to improve their product development process based on immersive experiences, the company reports.

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AR, MR or VR: Which Technology is Right for your Engineering Use Case?

July 26, 2022 · Augmented, Mixed or Virtual Reality? This is a key question. You will need to understand the features and benefits of each technology type before looking to build and implement your XR strategy.

Cisco Elevates Design Collaboration with Webex Hologram Technology

April 4, 2022 · Technology provides an easy way to bring non-engineers into design conversations.

Survey Shows How Manufacturers Plan to Leverage Metaverse

April 1, 2022 · Majority of companies interested in learning how ‘digital twins’ can benefit their operations, survey finds.

Autodesk Buys The Wild XR Platform

March 28, 2022 · The Wild enables architecture, engineering and construction (AEC) professionals to present, collaborate and review projects together in immersive and interactive experiences.

San Francisco-based Autodesk Gallery reopens

March 9, 2022 · The newly reopenned San Francisco-based Autodesk Gallery exhibits highlight AR/VR apps for real-time CFD, generative design projects.

CareAR Acquires MagicLens

January 25, 2022 · MagicLens, a 3D visualization and augmented reality platform, is bought by CareAR, a Xerox company.

3D Model Demand From Manufacturers Showcases CAD To Poly 3D/AR Technology

January 10, 2022 · Signs multiple deals for its CAD-poly solutions

AWE 2021: Haptic Devices and Training Apps Hint at AR’s Future

December 1, 2021 · Augmented World Expo welcomes in-person attendees. Haptic devices and training applications offer clues to Augmented Reality's future in entertainment and enterprise use.

Enter the Holodeck: Designing in a Virtual World

November 15, 2021 · The gaming industry has long been big business, but thanks to virtual reality technology, it is now taking us where no one has gone before. Are product design and manufacturing the next frontier?

Special Technology Focus: Designing with Augmented/Virtual Reality

October 29, 2021 · Read about the latest developments in AR/VR-related design techniques and technologies.

Headset-Optional AR/VR

October 12, 2021 · Mobile AR/VR apps tackle lighter workloads and offer social interaction.

Editor’s Pick: Direct conversion of CAD into AR/VR-ready meshes

October 6, 2021 · Nextech AR Solutions CAD-to-POLY conversion solution is now being offered to CAD vendors and existing Nextech customers.

Our New Reality: The Rise of AR and VR

October 1, 2021 · AR and VR present many opportunities and challenges to help users engage and transform processes and products at the center of today’s engineering climate.


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