Proposal Acronym: Portal – XR
Proposal Title: Port Operations and Risk Training with Advanced Learning in XR
Proposal Summary:
Portal-XR is an XR-based training solution designed to transform port operator training by providing immersive, efficient, and adaptable training modules. It aims to enhance safety, improve operational efficiency, and reduce costs in port cargo operations, focusing on complex tasks like Ship-To-Shore (STS) crane operation, hazardous material handling, and emergency management.
Key Objectives:
- Enhance Training Efficiency: Deliver realistic VR environments to train port workers without interrupting real-world operations.
- Increase Safety: Provide a risk-free virtual environment to practice hazardous and high-stakes tasks.
- Reduce Costs: Minimize expenses related to equipment use, operational downtime, and instructor supervision.
- Adaptive Learning: Personalize training by adjusting simulations based on individual performance and conditions.
Technological Innovations & Features:
- Immersive XR Environments: Simulate STS crane operations, cargo handling, and dangerous goods management in virtual reality.
- Digital Twin Integration: Incorporate real-time hardware data to create accurate 3D models of port machinery for an authentic training experience.
- Edge-Enabled Computing: Ensure real-time adaptation and low-latency interactions for responsive and realistic simulations.
- INTERACT Authoring Tool: Utilize XR2LEARN’s INTERACT tool to streamline content creation and enhance interoperability across platforms.
- Remote Training Support: Allow off-site learning, enabling workers to refresh skills or explore new technologies without being physically present.
Impact & Benefits:
- Cost Reduction: Avoid wear and tear on equipment, minimize downtime, and reduce the need for physical instructor presence.
- Enhanced Safety: Train in a controlled, virtual environment without risking injury or damaging equipment.
- Scalable Learning: Adapt 3D models to various XR platforms for versatile and scalable training.
- Continuous Learning: Facilitate ongoing skill development and training flexibility for port operators.
Challenges & Considerations:
- High XR Equipment Costs: Accessibility issues due to the expense of advanced XR technology.
- Content Creation Complexity: Time-consuming and requires specialized skills to create 3D/XR models.
- Resistance to Change: Addressing employee reluctance and ensuring smooth adoption of XR solutions.
- Lack of Standards: Navigating interoperability challenges due to the absence of unified industry standards.
Development Plan:
Portal-XR will leverage XR2LEARN’s technical support, particularly the INTERACT authoring tool, to accelerate development and address technical challenges. By overcoming existing barriers, Portal-XR aims to redefine port training through advanced XR solutions, facilitating safer, more cost-effective, and efficient training experiences.
Applicants:
- BYTELEPA SOLUTIONS S.R.L.
- Thessaloniki Port Authority
- University of Peloponnese
Countries: Romania and Greece