Construction Magazine June 2017 | Page 23

MICROSOFT HOLOLENS

“ We ’ ve been on a decade-long journey to make computing more personal ”

– Greg Sullivan , Director at Microsoft inspection engineers , where these are automatically mapped onto 3D models of the respective bridge .
Structural engineers can then review the integrity of a bridge in mixed reality using HoloLens , making recommendations for repairs or other preventative measures .” This process increases the safety levels of bridges , reduces potential disruption and increases efficiency .
Sharing knowledge Whilst the HoloLens has encouraged collaboration worldwide , its drawbacks have also been highlighted . Unless both parties wear the headset , it proved complicated for workers to showcase new designs or innovations , limiting information sharing significantly . This has therefore led to the development of Microsoft ’ s Spectator View Camera , released in February 2017 . The technology effectively supports collaboration and developing partnerships by enabling spectators to see what the user sees and learn how various ideas
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