Pre-Print Research: Immersive Technologies for Industrial Safety Training
I recently published a new academic pre-print on arXiv, where I investigate how Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) can enhance employee safety training in high-risk industrial settings.
This research is part of my broader work on immersive technologies in Industry 4.0, focusing on how digital tools and real-time data can support safer, more efficient training practices. The study is based on a case developed for the IPLOM oil refinery in Busalla, Italy, in collaboration with the University of Genoa.
🔍 In this publication, I explore:
- The effectiveness of VR simulations in training emergency response procedures;
- How IoT data can be integrated into immersive environments for real-time monitoring;
- The potential of AR overlays to support field operations and decision-making;
- Long-term benefits in knowledge retention, risk reduction, and training scalability.
🧪 Technologies used:
I developed the immersive environment using Unreal Engine and Meta Quest headsets, enabling operators to interact with:
- 3D maps of the facility;
- Virtual safety tools (e.g., gas detectors, masks);
- Dynamic evacuation and hazard scenarios.
📘 My goal is to contribute to the growing academic discourse on immersive safety training, offering a replicable model for implementation in other industrial environments.
📚 Read the full pre-print:
📚 Read the details of the VR project:
