Aerospace
Aerospace Applications for Extended Reality.
When it comes to digital transformation in aerospace, we pride ourselves on being a pioneer at the forefront of cutting-edge technologies like Digital Twins, Augmented Reality (AR), Virtual Reality (VR) and Extended Reality (XR) to revolutionize maintenance and training. Our innovative solutions integrate advanced sensor systems and digital twins to provide real-time data and predictive maintenance capabilities that improve operational efficiencies, reduce down-time and lower maintenance costs.
Use Case
The ARrepair Digital Twin XR Platform is a no-code, configurable platform for true digital twin scalability in the manufacturing and production life cycle. With aerospace and Unmanned Aerial Systems as its initial use case, the platform operates in AR, MR, and VR modes, seamlessly integrating AI and IoT technologies. ARrepair uses a patented AI technology to ingest existing work instructions, enabling smart users to build once and deploy anywhere across any XR-enabled device or PC. The system integrates with IoT and sensor data, such as temperature and pressure, enhancing real-time monitoring of equipment. It also leverages AI for built-in Quality Assurance, ensuring accurate assembly and configuration. ARrepair includes a built-in User Analytics tool that collects critical data to support an organization’s digital thread, enabling continuous monitoring and improvement throughout the manufacturing process.
Use Case
The AR Aircraft Wiring Maintenance Tool revolutionizes aircraft wiring installations by integrating AR and AI for enhanced efficiency and accuracy across all aircraft types. Originally developed for the U.S. Navy to meet critical Readiness requirements, the solution streamlines the identification and evaluation of wiring, improving safety and operational performance. Proven on the V22, where wiring is a major degrader due to harness conditions, the AI automatically detects wire connections and defects, enabling maintainers to troubleshoot and resolve issues faster and more effectively. With features like task verification, performance assessment, eye-tracking technology, and data analytics, it optimizes training, boosts maintenance efficiency, reduces on-the-job training hours, and enhances knowledge retention by identifying gaps and tailoring programs to user-specific needs.
Use Case
The Simplified Intelligent Augmented Reality (SIA) Software leverages Mixed Reality to enhance aircraft corrosion prevention across six rotary and fixed-wing aircraft used by the aerospace industry, including models like the F/A-18 Super Hornet, the MV-22 and CV-22 Osprey. As the prime contractor, AVATAR developed built-in performance assessment tools to minimize skill decay and streamline refresher training. By providing AR overlays with step-by-step instructions directly on the aircraft, SIA optimizes maintenance efficiency, ensuring consistent, accurate execution while minimizing disruptive downtime. Its hardware-agnostic design supports mobile, tablet, and AR glasses, with predictive analytics enabling Condition-Based Maintenance (CBM). Features include adaptive training, on-demand job aids, real and simulated environment modes, and scalable, cost-effective sustainment through a standardized XRcreate platform.
Use Case
The General Electric (GE) J-85 Engine Augmented Reality Maintenance Aid (ARMA) enhances the efficiency of aircraft maintenance personnel, performance and safety through a Digital Twin. The J-85 Engine is one of GE’s most successful and longest in service military jet engines, operating in the United States Air Force’s T-38 Advanced Jet Trainer through 2035 and F-5 Fighters for both the US DoD and international FMS customers. The J-85 is also used for civilian model aircraft and the jet-dragster auto racing communities. ARMA significantly aids in Workforce Development / Human Performance by providing access to High Demand/Low-Supply resources available for training. The J-85 ARMA is representative of available enhanced maintenance training and readiness digital twins available for operational efficiency for the Department of Defense, Maintenance Repair and Operation (MRO) and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) maintenance training programs. Precision AR benefits include increased knowledge and retention through 3-D Visualization, reduced time to train, reduced time to mentor, reduced time on task, near-error free results and a decrease in safety incidents.
Products and Technology Used
XRcreate
IMRSA STANDARDS
IMRSA is a global organization dedicated to standardizing the development and distribution of Extended Reality (XR) experiences, encompassing Augmented Reality (AR), Mixed Reality (MR), and Virtual Reality (VR). By establishing common guidelines for content tagging and functionality, IMRSA aims to streamline the XR development process, reduce costs, and enhance compatibility across different hardware and software platforms. This benefits a wide range of users, including businesses, government agencies, and educational institutions seeking to harness the power of XR technology.
Customer Testimonials
“AVATAR Partners is head and shoulders above other venders in the industry, our preferred choice for the next opportunity.”
Rich Hardwick, President | Air Logistics & Engineering Solutions
“Working with AVATAR Partners was an extremely successful endeavor. Naval Surface Warfare Center personnel learned so much about the AR development process with AVATAR’s help. With this newfound knowledge, AVATAR Partner’s assistance, and XRcreate Professional, NSWC was able to create an AR training application for the Common Display System. NSWC hopes to continue a successful working relationship with AVATAR as the Navy continues its push towards AR content.”
Keola Ramirez, D51 Common Computing Systems Engineering Branch | NSWC Port Hueneme Division
“With ARsurgeon and XRremote, we’ve recorded results up to 300% reduction in errors, 90% reduction in time to train and 98% reduction in waste and rework, specifically around errors made by healthcare professionals.”
Werner Swanepoel, Chief Digital Officer | Vertice Healthcare
“The experience is very realistic. I absolutely see value in making this system available to our Airmen.”
Senior Leadership | United States Air Force
“It has been a pleasure working with AVATAR Partners and witnessing a new technology that is going to have enormous impact on the field in the years to come. This being one of our first projects related to AI, it has helped us further understand the capability and see its benefits.”
Juan Sanchez, Aircraft Wiring SE Electrical Engineer | Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division
” XRcreate allows us to deliver more cost-effective XR and digital twin solutions for our clients. Its build-once, deploy-anywhere capability streamlines the process and maximizes efficiency across platforms. Its advanced AI and IoT integration enables us to deliver unmatched precision and value to our clients. This results in practical, cutting-edge solutions that scale.”
Thomas Pratt, President | Crane Morley
“I’m a huge fan of EOD AR and the efforts your team is making.”
CAPT John Hall, Company Commander | United States Marine Corps Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Team
“This project proves AVATAR’s ability to provide XR training with different equipment and increases opportunities at the USCG.”
Ron Stark, Human Performance Technology Manager | Force Readiness Command, Training Division
“Working with AVATAR Partners, we were able to maintain our impact level five sensitive CUI environment while bringing their team in to help us develop, test and validate a system to replicate the assembly process in a digital twin environment to significantly reduce our onboarding time.”
Barry Draskovich, PMP, Vice President | Parker Aerospace
“This project proves AVATAR’s ability to provide XR training with different equipment and increases opportunities at the USCG.”
Ron Stark, Human Performance Technology Manager | Force Readiness Command, Training Division
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Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of reality?
Extended Reality (XR) encompasses several immersive technologies, including Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), and Mixed Reality (MR). VR creates fully immersive digital environments that replace the user’s physical surroundings, typically experienced through a VR headset. AR overlays digital information onto the user’s view of the real world, enhancing their perception of reality through devices like smartphones, tablets, or AR glasses. MR combines elements of both VR and AR, allowing digital objects to interact with the real world and vice versa, using sensors and cameras to map the physical environment and overlay digital content.
What kind of ROI can you expect to receive?
Implementing XR solutions can lead to significant returns on investment (ROI) by increasing productivity, reducing costs, and improving training efficiency. For example, AR and VR training programs can reduce training time by up to 91%, decrease errors to near zero, and cut waste and rework by 38%. These technologies also enhance employee retention and performance, leading to long-term cost savings and operational improvements. By leveraging AI and Digital Twins, organizations can further optimize processes, predict maintenance needs, and enhance overall efficiency, contributing to a substantial ROI.
What ideal use cases can AVATAR Partners help you with?
AVATAR Partners specializes in a wide range of use cases across various industries, including aerospace, automotive, construction, education, government, healthcare, manufacturing, military, and transportation. Ideal use cases include training and skills development, predictive maintenance, remote assistance, and digital twin creation. For instance, AVATAR Partners has developed solutions for aircraft component inspection, explosive ordnance disposal training, ship stability testing, and electrical grid management. These applications help organizations improve safety, efficiency, and operational effectiveness.
What are AVATAR Partners’ core competencies?
AVATAR Partners excels in developing innovative software solutions that simplify complex systems, improve efficiency, accuracy, safety, and competitive advantage. Their core competencies include Augmented Reality (AR), Virtual Reality (VR), Mixed Reality (MR), Extended Reality (XR), Digital Transformation, Artificial Intelligence, Realtime Performance Assessment, Computer Vision, IoT & Sensor Integration, ERP & Database Integration, Instructional Systems Design, LIDAR Scanning, CAD Modeling, ROI Assessments, Technical Analysis, and Strategic Roadmaps. AVATAR Partners is also known for their expertise in human factors and UI/UX design.
What are AVATAR Partners’ core contract vehicles & top 5 contracts?
AVATAR Partners holds several key contract vehicles, including GSA MAS, NAVAIR COMET, AETC Immersive Learning BOA, DLA TLS, and SeaPort NXG. Their top five contracts include projects with the US Navy, Air Force, Marines, Coast Guard, and Special Forces. These contracts involve developing advanced training systems, maintenance aids, and digital transformation solutions that enhance operational readiness and efficiency for various defense and commercial applications.