Connected workers – Addressing the Requirements of Immersive Experiences with AWS

AR has the potential to revolutionize the way connected workers operate across multiple industries by providing them with real-time data, guided instructions, and remote assistance.

Here are some examples:

Healthcare: Doctors can leverage AR glasses for enhanced patient care and surgical precision. During surgeries, they can utilize AR glasses to access and visualize critical patient data, such as vitals, without diverting their attention from the surgical procedure. Furthermore, they can visualize 3D models of the area being operated on, providing them with a detailed view and aiding in precision during the procedure. In another example, nurses making their rounds can receive instant information about a patient’s medical history, allergies, and required medications simply by looking at the patient’s bed.

Emergency response: AR glasses can dramatically enhance the capabilities of emergency responders and firefighters by providing vital information directly in their line of sight. In a crisis scenario, having hands-free access to building layouts, potential hazards, or the location of individuals in need can significantly enhance rescue efforts. Furthermore, by utilizing AR, these professionals can visualize the safest routes, ascertain structural integrity, or even locate vital resources, such as fire hydrants or medical kits, within their immediate surroundings, thereby improving their situational awareness and operational efficacy.

Retail: Retail professionals equipped with AR glasses can elevate the customer shopping experience by accessing real-time data regarding product availability, specifications, or alternative recommendations. When assisting customers, the glasses can provide immediate insights into inventory levels, pricing, and product location within the store, ensuring accurate and efficient customer service. They can also visualize planograms, ensuring merchandise is displayed optimally.

Logistics: Warehouse workers, when using AR glasses, can optimize picking and storage operations. Visual cues direct workers to the exact location of items, delineate optimal routes within the warehouse, and even confirm pick accuracy, thereby boosting operational efficiency and reducing picking errors. For packing and shipping, AR glasses can superimpose packing instructions and shipping labels, ensuring accurate order fulfillment while mitigating the need for paper instructions or handheld devices.

Industrial: AR can enhance maintenance and repair activities in industrial environments. Technicians wearing AR glasses can visualize step-by-step repair instructions overlaid onto the physical machinery, enabling them to efficiently diagnose issues and execute repairs without needing to reference manuals or schematics. The AR glasses could also provide real-time data on machine performance, upcoming maintenance schedules, or any historical data related to prior breakdowns and repairs.

Manufacturing: These devices can overlay detailed assembly instructions, part identification, and quality-check procedures directly onto the machinery or product being assembled. By providing real-time visual cues, AR glasses reduce the chances of assembly errors, streamline the production process, and ultimately increase manufacturing efficiency. An emerging use case is collaborative robot (cobot) interaction, where workers receive visual cues and instructions to safely and effectively engage with robotic systems and harmonize human and machine collaboration on the factory floor.