National Labs Use of XR
Examines how Pacific Northwest National Laboratory utilizes extended reality platforms for 3D digital twins, hazardous training, and threat simulations.
Summary
Extended Reality in Federal Research
Department of Energy National Laboratories explore disruptive technologies to advance national security, critical infrastructure protection, and emergency operations.
Building Immersive 3D Digital Twins
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) creates high-fidelity 3D virtual twins of specialized laboratory facilities, enabling remote scientists to interact with unique research equipment.
Simulating Hazardous Environments
Immersive XR platforms simulate hazardous material spills and dangerous operational scenarios that cannot be safely reproduced in physical training facilities.
Public Outreach and Security Threat Visualization
Leveraging interactive XR simulations enhances stakeholder communication, visualizing complex cybersecurity threats to critical infrastructure for public and government sponsors.
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