Drill Usage XR Training

The Project

There are about 2.8 million nonfatal workplace accidents and injuries in the United States’ private industry alone each year. Workplace injuries cost the U.S. an estimated $250 billion each year.

In collaboration with ILLUSORR and PRIYME Inc., iiterate Technologies developed a Virtual Reality (VR) training solution for high-risk, hands-on drill usage. This immersive VR application provides blue-collar workers a safe, cost-effective way to train on heavy machinery in simulated environments, addressing workplace injuries and reducing training costs.

VR provides a safe environment for training employees using virtual tools and heavy machinery safely in a simulated workplace context.

The Challenge

Blue-collar industries face high attrition rates and frequent accidents due to insufficient hands-on training in high-risk tasks such as fire safety and power tools handling. The challenge was to:

• Minimize injury and equipment damage during training.

• Ensure high retention rates for complex skills.

• Scale the solution to accommodate large, geographically distributed workforces.

Deliver scalable, hands-on high-risk training with cost efficiency, accessibility, and retention.

The Solution

iiterate developed a high-fidelity, VR drilling simulation for the Oculus Quest 2. This tactile experience places trainees in a virtual workshop where they interact with tools and materials. Advanced features include:

• Collision Detection and Pose Analysis for real-time feedback.

• Voxel Painting for precise drilling simulation.

• Interactive training modules for unsupervised learning.

Cost, Time, and Efficiency

• Cost Savings: Reduces the expenses associated with physical drills and in-person training.

• Time Efficiency: The scalable VR system enables quick onboarding of large workforces.

• Risk Reduction: Eliminates hazards associated with real-life equipment handling.

Design Features

• Realistic Simulations: Collision detection, tactile feedback, and visual accuracy replicate real-world conditions.

• Modular Training: Step-by-step guidance ensures comprehensive learning, even without supervision.

• Performance Testing: Built-in assessment tools provide quantitative reports on trainee progress.

Applications of XR Technology

• Workplace Safety Training: VR allows hands-on practice without the physical risks of real-world environments.

• Remote Learning: Train employees from anywhere, reducing logistical costs and increasing accessibility.

• Higher Retention: Interactive experiences lead to improved engagement and knowledge retention.