Augmented Reality (AR) and Mixed Reality (MR) are transforming the oil & gas construction sector, especially in areas like plant design, maintenance, training, and safety.
Let’s break down how AR/MR is being used, why it’s valuable, and give some real-world examples.
| Term | Description |
|---|---|
| Augmented Reality (AR) | Overlays digital content (images, data) onto the real world via screens or glasses. |
| Mixed Reality (MR) | Combines the real and virtual worlds interactively; users can engage with both. |
| Virtual Reality (VR) | Fully immersive, virtual-only environment. Often used for training, not field work. |
3D models (CAD/BIM) overlaid on physical environments.
Engineers can walk through virtual versions of refineries or platforms before construction begins.
Allows clash detection, spatial planning, and design validation on-site.
✅ Example: TechnipFMC and Schlumberger use AR to visualize offshore platform designs before steel is cut.
AR headsets (like HoloLens or RealWear) used on-site to:
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