Manufacturing
Factories with Avatars: Manufacturing in the Metaverse
Digital twins and AR-driven oversight are redefining how factories operate.
Avatars on the floor: how factories went virtual
Using spatial computing and real-time simulation, manufacturers are optimizing workflows, maintenance, and training through digital twins. This article explores examples from aerospace, automotive, and electronics. Experts discuss cost, cybersecurity, and cultural shifts.
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Siemens (2024). *Digital Factory Whitepaper*; Microsoft Azure (2023). *IoT and Twin Applications in Industry*; World Economic Forum (2023). *Industry 4.0 Reports*; Forbes (2024). *Factories in XR*; NIST (2023);
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1 min read · March 29, 2025