Empowering technicians in the field
Augmented reality and mixed reality devices are the new frontier in field operations: both technologies offer enormous possibilities for complex jobs that require manual skills as well as specialized knowledge, which can be provided remotely or through virtual tutorials.
These technologies allow field workers to learn their way around technically complex networks and to perform complicated task simulations without having to travel to the actual facilities.
AR is "an unbeatable solution"
Gridspertise solutions based on augmented and mixed reality give field operators access to remote assistance and virtual panels, which can provide relevant task data without losing sight of the real environment and the risks that may exist around it. This increases their overall situational awareness and makes for safer, more effective work execution.
"The developments in augmented reality and mixed reality devices are currently an unbeatable solution to offer the best interface between field operators and information from computer systems," commented Francisco Javier Lopez Garcia, Head of HV Maintenance Catalonia Area at Endesa. "Virtual simulations allow for workers to be trained in a safe environment before accessing physical facilities or performing potentially risky tasks."
Field workers with augmented and mixed reality devices at their fingertips are much better equipped to repair a fault in extreme weather conditions or during an emergency.
These Gridspertise technologies reduce the need for arduous or dangerous tasks because they allow for preventive maintenance and remote inspections and repairs.