Applications of AR in Energy in Utilities
1. Equipment Maintenance & Repair
Real-time AR overlays guide technicians through complex repair procedures using smart glasses or mobile devices.
View interactive 3D schematics and step-by-step instructions overlaid on physical equipment.
Minimize downtime by providing remote expert assistance, where supervisors can annotate and guide field workers.
2. Field Workforce Support
AR-powered smart helmets and tablets provide real-time information about pipelines, power grids, and machinery.
Display sensor data, pressure readings, and performance metrics directly on AR interfaces.
Reduce human errors by offering interactive visual aids and AI-driven diagnostics.
3. Hazard Identification & Safety Compliance
Workers can use AR to detect gas leaks, radiation exposure, or electrical hazards by visualizing sensor-based warnings.
Provide AR-based safety training simulations, allowing employees to practice emergency evacuation and risk mitigation.
Geo-tagged AR alerts inform workers about restricted zones or high-risk areas within a facility.
4. Remote Asset Management & Monitoring
Supervisors can virtually inspect power plants, substations, and pipelines without physically being on-site.
AR integrates with IoT sensors to provide real-time insights on energy distribution, temperature, and equipment performance.
Enable predictive maintenance by overlaying diagnostics on aging infrastructure to prevent failures.
5. AR-Based Training & Knowledge Transfer
Train new employees using AR-powered digital guides for operating machinery and handling dangerous tasks.
Provide hands-free, interactive AR manuals that enable workers to learn on the job without disrupting operations.
Simulate real-life energy grid failures, power surges, and disaster response scenarios in a controlled AR environment.
