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Decoding XR, VR, MR and AR (Immersive Technology) for Beginners
Familiarise yourself with the subtypes of Extended Reality (XR) software. These allow users to Immerse in virtual environments (VR) or experience the mixing of digital elements into the real world (MR and AR).
Key Takeaways:
- All forms of extended reality (XR) including Virtual Reality (VR), Mixed Reality (MR) and Augmented Reality (AR) differ in aspects. This article offers a basic overview of XR vs MR vs AR vs immersive VR.
- At FourPlus Immersive, we specialize in developing immersive and lifelike laboratory training platforms across all forms of XR.
Immersive Technology- AR vs immersive VR
Understanding the Basics
Virtual Reality (VR): VR creates a fully immersive digital environment that simulates reality. It transports users to a computer-generated world, where they can physically interact with objects and surroundings. A headset or goggles typically block out the real world and replace it with the virtual environment.
Augmented Reality (AR): AR overlays digital content onto the real world, enhancing the user’s perception of their surroundings. Unlike VR, AR enriches the physical world by overlaying digital elements. These include images, 3D art, text or animations. Users commonly access AR experiences through smartphones, tablets, or specialized AR glasses.
Mixed Reality (MR): MR combines elements of both VR and AR, seamlessly blending virtual and real-world environments to create immersive experiences. This technology enables digital objects to interact with physical surroundings and vice versa. Therefore it offers users a more immersive and interactive experience. MR continues to evolve and holds immense potential across various industries.
Extended Reality (XR): XR serves as an umbrella term that encompasses VR, AR, and MR technologies. It acknowledges the continuum between the physical and digital worlds, recognizing that these realities exist on a spectrum rather than as distinct categories. XR represents a holistic approach to immersive experiences. It leverages a combination of technologies to create compelling user interactions.
At FourPlus immersive, we harness all forms of extended reality as cutting-edge laboratory training tools. The immersive experiences both enable users to interact with virtual objects within either a 360degree virtual setting or as a platform within a real-world environment. Specifically, the immersive VR courses are coded, linear simulations divided into expertly constructed courses. Whereas the MR platform is a non-coding, sand box type experience. Here the instructor has 100% control over the design of their protocols and laboratory. The objective is that whatever the application, be it manufacturing (biopharmaceuticals, stem cell technologies, bioengineering), education (schools, colleges and universities) or healthcare (medical allied, nursing, pathology), trainees can gain hands-on practice without physical constraints.
