Immersive Technology in Upcoming Infrastructure

As you can guess from its name, the Biden Administration’s infrastructure bill will provide a big budget for infrastructure projects. 

The $550 billion for infrastructure—to Build Back Better—will help build and repair roads, bridges, and other infrastructure that keeps America moving. 

While the architecture, engineering, and construction industry still does some things the old-fashioned way, it has made big strides in integrating AR, VR, and other immersive technologies into projects. 

From AR Post

AR and VR can help streamline communication on big projects, identify potential issues early on, provide transparency throughout a project, and evaluate the most efficient use of inputs (materials, parts, labor, etc.). Use cases include:

• Virtual 3D blueprints 

• VR equipment and safety training

• AR/VR building walkthroughs

• Integrated communications through the whole process 

• Easy transition to digital twins for large assets

• IoT safety devices

As the ARPost points out, “The AEC sector runs on very tight deadlines and budgets. Excessive delays and budget overspending, which have become common, have led to low-profit margins for contractors. In a project as ambitious as Build Back Better, staying on budget and on time is more critical than ever.”