Workshop on Industrial Augmented Reality
Fabian Doil, Volkswagen AG
AR-based Analysis of Interfering Edges between Real and Virtual Objects
Abstract
Recently Virtual Reality technologies have been introduced to manufacturing planning functions. As a result, planning time could be decreased and the quality of planning results could be improved. Yet, the current methods and tools are limited to a purely virtual representation of plans and require the complete modelling of the production system. The high costs reduce the possible benefits of these tools and this technology. Augmented Reality technology provides the potential for further improvements. Every factory planning project starts with a feasibility study. The planner has to reply quickly to the question “Is it possible to produce a new car model in the existing production line?” and “How much does it cost?”. In the field of conveyor techniques the interfering edge analysis is the most important appraisal tool during a feasibility study. Current solutions such as virtual simulations or trial runs with mockup car bodies have a number of disadvantages. For this reason Volkswagen has developed a photo-based Augmented Reality application to support making more informed decisions in the early planning process.
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