Limitations on AR
· Visual field
Due to the UI displayed
on the glasses, together with the large frame, there are blind spots, which can
prove to be a problem for daily use. Moreover, the constant use of
electronics might be a concern to mentally disconnect the user from his surroundings. Lastly, the main issue of the visual blocks are the potential hazards, and risk of injury which are presented.
· Upfront Investment Cost
The introduction of AR technology will see a large upfront investment in all the required equipment,
training, and new departments. This is a cost that will be repaid in the long
term but requires a high capital investment.
· Privacy and Security
Problems
AR technology generates
and collects significant data sets, and confidentiality is a major issue to be
taken into consideration. Apart from the danger of such data being leaked,
there is a potential legal issue that can be presented. For example, video
recordings of people who may not agree, potentially voice recording, etc.
· Health Concerns
A major issue, yet to be
further investigated, are the potential psychological effects. It is a major
concern for all employees that may face behavioral changes. Furthermore, potential
visual effects are also to be mentioned, since the lasers for the HUD may prove
to be a risk for the users long term.
· AR Learning Requirements
For the most effective
and efficient use of AR technology, there is a learning curve for every user,
to be able to sufficiently utilize all the tools available through it. It is
not considered to be a complicated system for the user but will mean new
training costs and a longer onboarding period for new employees, as well as
additional training if there are any changes to the system.
· Installation Limitations
Such systems are always
a challenge to be implemented. On one hand, there are physical restrictions:
available space, room conditions, wiring, power, etc. On the other hand,
there are also the software challenges, such as the custom structure of the UI,
as well as supporting tools, such as AI quality control, user customization,
etc.
Advantages of AR
· Higher level of Content
Quality & Interactive Sessions
Visual Aid is adaptable to
the environment and the lessons will provide a higher level of support to the
employees. In combination with the interactive capabilities, provided with AR
technology, can increase the received content, and content apprehension.
· Increased Content Understanding
& Simplification of Complex Concepts
The benefit of the combination of the existing systems, together with new technology, can increase
further the comprehension of all available content. This provides the unique opportunity for complicated processes to be easily demonstrated and made easier to be
comprehended.
· Visual Long-term Memory
Retention
Apart from giving the
employees the ability to understand more challenging content, it also helps to
create more vivid memories of complex systems, and procedures. Visual memory
has been proven to be one of the best ways to retain knowledge, and AR is
majorly facilitating in that aspect.
· Diversity of Content
Content that needs to
be explained, or demonstrated, can easily be adjusted based on the users'
strengths and weaknesses, as well as creating a user interface that best
increases productivity for the employees.
· Reduced Costs
There is not a high need
for manuals and training tools, since using AR technology all this can be
performed in a simulation. Moreover, the reduced risk and increased quality
check further increases the cost saving. Lastly, since work productivity will
be increased, a higher return is expected.
· New Learning Experience
& Increasing Employee Motivation
As a new and modern
learning method, it can serve to increase employee motivation. AR captures and
retains the users' attention to the subject. In addition, with the vast
utilities and personalization available, allows for further adaptability of
the users working environment to increase employee satisfaction as well as
performance.
· Enhanced Productivity
A favorable outcome, as
a result of multiple other benefits mentioned above, is increased
productivity. Since the attention of the user is retained better, and there is
a decrease in employee thinking, actions become more mechanized and quicker.
· Ensuring High-Quality
Standards & Risk Reduction
It increases the users' responsiveness and simplifies operations and human error. This ensures the quality of the services provided. Additionally, everything can be double-checked by a Quality AI tool, or even recorded the workers' actions. The increased level of attention, as well as simplification of complex actions, thus reduction of human error, can further reduce risk and increase Quality.
Sources:
Benefits:
1. https://quantumera.com/augmented-reality-in-education/
2. https://www.analyticssteps.com/blogs/7-benefits-ar-education
4. https://www.queppelin.com/augmented-reality-applications-in-design-and-manufacturing/
6. https://www.juegostudio.com/blog/benefits-of-using-augmented-reality-in-manufacturing
7. https://metrology.news/7-ways-augmented-reality-can-upgrade-manufacturing-processes/
Negatives:
1. https://www.myayan.com/advantages-and-disadvantages-of-ar-augmented-reality
2. https://honestproscons.com/pros-and-cons-of-augmented-reality/
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