How AR CAD Models and Apple Vision are Helping Engineers Become Tony Stark

We’ve all seen Tony Stark in the Iron Man movies. You know the routine: The world is about to end, and Tony Stark has to invent a machine to save it. So, while talking to Jarvis and eating a sandwich, he begins designing the machine in real time.

Tony waves his arms around, manipulating virtual components on an array of virtual screens. He’s grabbing bearings, and actuators, and motors, and slides, snapping them together in a blur of engineering prowess.

Next thing you know the machine is done, the bad guy is beaten, and the world is saved.

It’s easy to lock in on the “impossible” parts of the Iron Man story. How are the virtual screens projected onto thin air? What’s an ARC reactor? How did he make this thing in a cave?!

However, it’s just as fun to consider the things Tony Stark has done that are very possible, even if he’s a few years ahead of the rest of us. One of those possibilities is physically designing machines within a 3D space, as opposed to how it’s done today, on a 2D computer screen.

Finding, configuring, and manipulating components is a near-term possibility with the help of Apple Vision and some forward-thinking component manufacturers.

What does Adam Savage think of AR CAD Models? 

When manufacturers choose to provide AR CAD models of their products, they’re taking the first step to helping Stark-ify engineering for the next generation! Adam Savage (Mythbusters) agrees!

Check out his video below, where he discusses the AR engineering possibilities provided by Apple Vision and similar products!

Adam Savage talks about the impact of augmented reality (AR) on the design process. He explains how AR technology enables designers and engineers to visualize virtual components within real-world environments, aiding in the design and selection process.

The value of AR CAD models for component manufacturers lies in their ability to enhance the design engineer’s experience. By integrating AR into their product offerings, manufacturers can provide design engineers with tools to virtually test and integrate components into their CAD designs. This not only streamlines the design process but also allows for better decision-making in component selection and integration.

AR technology enables design engineers to visualize how components will fit and function within their designs, reducing the need for physical prototypes and iterations. This ultimately leads to faster design cycles, improved design accuracy, and reduced costs for both manufacturers and design engineers.

By embracing AR technology, component manufacturers can differentiate themselves in the market, offering innovative solutions that cater to the evolving needs of design engineers. This can ultimately lead to stronger partnerships and increased business opportunities within the industrial sector.

While Tony Stark’s feats in the Iron Man movies may seem far-fetched, many of the technologies and processes he employs are closer to reality than we might think.

The use of augmented reality (AR) in designing and manipulating industrial components could come soon. By leveraging AR CAD model technology, engineers can visualize and interact with virtual components in real-world environments, revolutionizing the design process. As Adam Savage discusses, AR has the potential to streamline design cycles, improve accuracy, and reduce costs for manufacturers and engineers alike.

By embracing AR, component manufacturers can stay ahead of the curve, offering innovative solutions that bring us one step closer to the engineering prowess of Tony Stark. With AR paving the way for more efficient and effective design workflows, the future of industrial engineering looks brighter than ever.

Interested in providing AR CAD models of your products to engineers? Schedule a quick meeting to see how easy it can be!