The digital world is not standing still. While Virtual Reality (VR) has been making its way into all kinds of applications for some time, its little brother Augmented Reality (AR)is still hopping a little behind. However, Augmented Reality can also offer great added value in everyday applications.

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What is Augmented Reality?

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Augmented Reality is a technology in which images, text or videos are added to the real world. In other words, you can see additional info on top of reality in real time.

Through the use of a camera or other sensor, the user's environment is detected. Digital information is then added to this. This allows the user to interact with virtual objects as if they were physically present in the real world.

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AR technology as a tool within BIMvisible

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A BIM model consists of digital 3D models of an existing and/or planned structure, constructed from objects to which information is attached. To read a BIM model correctly and smoothly, a trained worker is necessary. One must have the knowledge to read the data correctly and read the plans efficiently.

By using BIMvisible, it becomes possible to read such data and plans efficiently and accurately without a trained employee. BIMvisible uses this AR technology, which makes the technical installations immediately visible on top of the actual situation. By linking to the building management system, actual sensor information and data become available on top of that.

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BIMvisible as a tool for building management

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When a problem occurs inside the technical installation, it is often guesswork where the problem is located. All installations are hidden behind walls, ceilings, etc. so the cause is not often clear. Over the years, plans sometimes get lost or not every employee has the knowledge to read the plans correctly so it all too often ends up in guessing the correct location.

Finding the exact location and cause of the problem can often be expensive and time-consuming. Using BIMvisible, you can quickly locate the problem. The plans for this are immediately available through the app. No technical training is required; anyone can simply scan the plan, revealing the installation. Associated sensor information is also immediately available for consultation. A necessary intervention is thus done quickly and efficiently using this app.

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