VR training programs offer employers to provide trainees with precise, realistic simulations of what they may experience in the field. Particularly helpful for high adrenaline careers, virtual reality training programs have been observed in industries that include professional sports, medicine, mining, construction and the military.
An intriguing recent VR training application comes from the healthcare realm in Australia as a student-designed reality provides dementia caregivers with a firsthand experience of what those with the condition face on a daily basis.
Virtual reality has also been incorporated into the training program of North Amerian mining organization, who now use the technology to adequately prepare heavy equipment operators for the roles and responsibilities they will be tasked with underground.
In industries that are particularly physical and pose dangers to an employee's well-being by nature of industry, VR training is a fantastic lifelike way for trainees to emotionally prepare for a new role.
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Furniture Designer Apps
tylko Helps Homeowners Develop Made-to-Measure Decor
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Augmented Reality Cycling Glasses
This Hands-Free Device Provides Visual Updates During a Ride
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Augmented-Reality War Simulators
The U.S. Army is Developing These Futuristic Warfare Simulators
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Virtual Reality Hospitals
The Miami Children's Hospital is Experimenting with Virtual Reality
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Virtual Reality Car Dealerships
The Audi VR Experience Serves as a Mobile Car Dealership
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Virtual Reality Command Centres
The Portable Command Centre is a Virtual Military Command Post
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VR Shooting Simulators
VirTra Helps Law Enforcement Improve Shooting Accuracy, Virtually
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VR Football Training Technology
The Dallas Cowboys to Use Virtual Reality to Train Quarterbacks
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Virtual Rugby Training Experiences
Wear the Rose by O2 Lets Fans Play with Elite Rugby Players
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Virtual Dementia Simulators
This Vitrual Reality System is a Learning Tool for Dementia Caregivers
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Miner-Training Simulators
The Cybermine Simulator Emulates the Operation of Mining Equipment
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Simulation Construction Sites
This Construction Simulation Uses a 360-Degree Training Dome
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Inflight Emergency Simulations
This Virtual Reality Training Simulates a Sudden Plane Landing
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VR Real Estate Tours
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Virtual Reality Parties
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Futuristic Electric Cars
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Couture VR Experiences
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Floating Fitness Studios
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360-Degree VR Cameras
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Wearable Headphone Screens
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Futuristic Laser Weapons
This Lockheed Martin Laser Weapon Took Out a Truck
Polygonal Lamp Designs
Nissa Kinjalina's Light Fixtures Boast a Geometric and Transparent Design
Thermal Night Vision Goggles
These Military Goggles Combine Thermal Imaging & Night Vision Systems
Tailored Armored Vehicles
Enigma Showcases Emerging Defense Technology for the Military
Augmented Reality Eyewear
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Nature Walk Simulators
Merrell's Virtual Reality Experience Highlights the Beauty of Nature
Surrealist Cityscape Art
Michele Durazzi Uses Architectural Detail to Contrast Fiction and Fantasy
Theme Park Simulators
Samsung's eMotion Project Prescribes Virtual Reality as Medical Treatment
All-Terrain Crossover Cars
The Audi Prologue is a Hyper-Powered Sport Crossover Concept
In-Mall Car Showrooms
Pennsylvania's Cherry Hill Mall is a New Place to Test Drive a Car
Upcycled Carton Pavilions
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Immersive Whiskey Simulators
Jim Beam's Virtual Reality Simulator Puts You in the Place of Whiskey
Virtual Festival Tours
Field Trip's Music Festival Experience Entertains with VR Between Sets
Fatigue-Sensing Glasses
Jin Meme App-Connected Glasses Send Phone Notifications When You're Tired
Stylish Auto-Branded Pop-Ups
MINI Lifestyle Store Showcases Fashion & Accessory Products
Fantasy Room Simulators
This Virtual Room Tour Features Tyrion Lannister's Man Cave
VR Comedic Shorts
CBS Debuted the First Virtual Reality Comedy Short at Cannes Lions
Virtual Reality Brewery Tours
'Meantime' Brewery is Creating Virtual Tours for Festivals & Events
3D Shopping Simulators
Visageo is a Fashion Shopping Platform That Visualizes Items in 3D
Virtual Wedding Ceremonies
The IKEA Online Wedding Lets You Plan and Hold Your Nuptials On the Web
Virtual Decorating Apps
Furnish's Augmented Reality App for Interior Design Makes Choices Easy
Interactive Golf Stores
The PGA TOUR Superstore Gives Shoppers an Interactive Golfing Experience
Wearable Cockpits
BAE Systems' Wearable Cockpit Won't Require Hardware Upgrades
Car Dealership Spas
The Mercedes-Benz Burlington Location Boasts a Spa and Cafe
Virtual Reality Sports Events
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Virtual Reality Controllers
The Magnum Motion Controller Doesn't Require a Screen
Virtual Reality Car Dealerships
The Audi VR Experience Serves as a Mobile Car Dealership
Starry Simulation Drives
Mitsubishi's Virtual Experience Takes Drivers to the Stars
Affordable Gamer VR Headsets
The Oculus Rift Consumer Edition Works with Xbox One Controller
Virtual Reality Film Festivals
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Virtual Reality Photojournalism
The Getty Images VR Database Will Be Accessible with Oculus Rift
Property-Exploring Headsets
This Cardboard VR Headset is Bringing Virtual Reality to Real Estate
Affordable VR Headsets
The FullDive VR Wear + Wand Makes the Technology Very Accessible
Multi-Sensory Cinemas
'The Feelies' Transforms Film Experiences with Virtual Reality
Live Performance Enhancing Eyewear
With These Virtual Goggles, Users Will Get the VIP Treatment
Virtual Reality Smartphone Devices
'PLAY' is the World's First Affordable, High Quality VR Option
Hassle-Free Kids' Bikes
The Priority Start Bike is Incredibly Easy to Set Up and Use
Interior Organization Apps
The Easy Feng Shui iPhone App Brings Order to Your Temple
Virtual Reality Command Centres
The Portable Command Centre is a Virtual Military Command Post
Augmented Reality Decor Testers
Sayduck App Lets You See How Furniture Will Look in Your Home
Virtual Reality Swing Sets
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Anti-Radiation Eyewear
The 'Zappi' Glasses Help to Reduce Eye Strain Caused by Digital Devices
VR Shooting Simulators
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Furniture Branded Emojis
The IKEA Emoticons App Hopes to Streamline Domestic Texting
Virtual Museum Exhibits
The Virtual Reality Weekend Transports Museum Visitors to the Bronze Age
3D Sitcom Simulators
Jerry's Place Uses the Oculus Rift to Recreate Seinfeld's Apartment
Immersive Abstract Installations
Gareth Pugh Transforms Menswear into a Virtual Reality Experience
Augmented Reality Pilot Displays
'Aero Glass' Helps Pilots Keep Their Eyes on the Skies
Virtual Guillotine Simulators
New Videogame from Oculus Rift Will Make You Lose Your Head
Military Training Robots
These Robotic Humanoids Could Be Used For Military Training
Rearview Glasses
Nike Hindsight Extends Peripheral Vision
Carbon Fiber Cars
The New BMW 7 Series Features a Lightweight Construction
Hybrid Rocket Engines
The SABRE Engine Concept Behaves As Both a Jet and a Rocket
Mood-Enhancing Eyewear
'The Happy Lens' Sunglasses Lets Happiness Shine Through Them
VR Gaming Gloves
Manus Machina is Developing a More Intuitive Alternative to the Joystick
Bat-Friendly Bridges
This Dutch Bridge Forms a Natural Pathway and Roosting Spot for Local Bats
Stein-Inspired Wine Glasses
The 'Winestein' Wine Glass Mug Offers a Hybrid Glassware Design
Goat Simulation Video Games
The Goat Simulator Game Lets You Control a Mischievous Goat
Virtual Learning Headsets
Google Expedition Introduces Virtual Reality to the Classroom
Virtual Reality Pop-Ups
The VOID Center Gives Participants a Full Body and Mind Virtual Experience
Gender-Swapping Virtual Experiments
The Oculus Rift Answers the Age Old Question of Gender
Detailed City Simulators
New Simcity at High Speed Reveals Insane Detail in City Simulator
Furniture Marketplace Apps
The Loveseat App is a Handy Marketplace for Finding Furniture Nearby
Video Game-Specialized Treadmills
This Virtual Reality Treadmill Should Be Part of Any Game Room
Galactic Virtual Therapy
NASA is Developing Multisensory Experiences to Keep Astronauts Sane
Spectacles-Locating Trackers
Look Provides Light Wearable Technology to Help You Find Your Glasses
Universe Flight Simulators
GAMA Presents A Pristinely Precise Universe Flight Simulation
Car Servicing Restaurants
The Kent & Co Wine Bar Doubles as an Auto Repair Shop
Zombified Travel Simulators
'The Organ Trail' is a Mobile Game Homage to the Classic Oregon Trail
Office-Simulating Video Games
This Pixelated Video Game Allows You to Destroy Your Office
Kickable Robotic Dogs
Spot the Kickable Robot Was Developed By Boston Dynamics
Audible Alarm Glasses
These Alarm Glasses Will Help Keep the Deaf Safer When Out and About
Collaborative Vintage Retailer Forums
The Reissued Application Features Pieces from Many Curators
Advanced Race Driving Simulators
The Porsche 996 GT3 Virtual Simulator is as Real as it Gets
Personal Pet Hotlines
The Smart Eye Lets Users Check and Chat with Pets
VR Addiction Treatments
A Study Suggests Virtual Reality Has Applications in the Recovery Process
Virtual Eyewear Apps
This App Enhances Eyewear Shopping with a Virtual Mirror
Virtual Reality Cockpits
This Invention Offers Consumers the Thrill of Flying from Your Desk
Virtual Furniture Shopping Apps
The Augmented Pixels ShowInRoom 3D Tablet Tool Debuted at CES 2014
Vision-Enhancing Museum Eyewear
This Museum Provides Special Glasses to Colorblind Visitors
Sophisticated Military Drones
The Predator B ER is a Highly Advanced Unmanned Military Aircraft
Omni-Directional Gaming Treadmills
The Virtuix Omni Works Gives Gamers a More Immersive Experience
Transformer-Inspired Reality Simulators
The Oculus Rift & Ford Partnership Experiment is 3-D
Automotive Web Shops
Rockar Hyundai Makes Buying a Car as Easy as Online Shopping
First-Person VR Puzzles
This Virtual Reality Puzzle is a Immersive First-Person Experience
VR Design Programs
Point.P's Virtual Reality Tools Let Homeowners Create a Custom House
Indoor Hurricane Simulators
The SUSTAIN Wind-Wave Research Center Creates Brutal Indoor Hurricanes
Intense Racing Simulators
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Virtual Reality Helmets
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Sleek Hybrid SUVs
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Movement-Tracking Gaming Goggles
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Simulation Construction Sites
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3D Assisted Virtual Games
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