Augmented reality in the digital factory

Abstract

The digital factory concept covers a broad range of applications across the factory life cycle. From the conceptual planning and design of manufacturing systems to the service and maintenance of factories. The aim of the digital factory is to support manufacturing stakeholders in their activities and improve performance in terms of quality, time and cost. In pursuing this aim, this research has undertaken activities in developing digital factory tools, employing augmented reality technology. This research paper therefore presents the state of the art in augmented reality in the digital factory. This paper then presents how this research has contributed towards developing a factory planning application that leverages augmented reality technology to solve real life manufacturing problems.