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Modern computers are becoming more powerful every year, and it is not surprising that virtual reality is starting to actively break into the market. This applies not only to games, but also to many other areas.
Consider some of the most interesting ways to use virtual reality.
10 Sports training
Derek Belch, an American football player from Stanford, proposed the creation of a virtual training program in the 00s. However, for the technologies that existed at that time, this idea was still too early.
At the present time, Belch’s idea has become a full-fledged system, which is already quite actively used. During training, a XNUMXD video is created, and then it is used for training (instruction is step by step).
This way of learning is used in some video games: a racing car follows the “trace” of the previous one. In the new system, everything is very similar, but the level is completely different, three-dimensional.
9. Using old rides in a new way
A few years ago, some theme parks in Canada began experimenting with virtual roller coaster rides. For these purposes, devices that supported smartphones were used. Images appeared on them that were synchronized with the real route.
After some time, Six Flags, the amusement chain in America, is immersed in VR completely. Now, visitors to many old rides can use VR helmets to enhance their experience. This is much more profitable than creating an updated roller coaster.
8. Treatment of phobias
It is possible to deal with various phobias very effectively by knocking out one wedge with another. People interact with their fears – and as a result, learn to control them.
With this treatment, patients usually experience a lot of stress, and many become angry. That is why many doctors consider such therapy not effective enough (and some dangerous for the psyche).
Modern specialists prefer to create an artificial environment using virtual reality. In this way, all possible risks can be minimized.
Special virtual programs can be used, for example, to combat the fear of heights. To do this, a person who is afraid of heights walks along a narrow VR bridge made of glass.
7. Virtual neurosurgical operations
The Montreal Neurological Institute is actively using NeuroTouch Cranio, the latest neurosurgery simulator. It is used to ensure that inexperienced students improve their skills as efficiently as possible without fear of causing any harm to living people.
This system was created to reduce the number of errors of surgeons: before the advent of the simulator, statistics in Canadian clinics were not entirely positive. The latest system evaluates the quality of surgical interventions and gives young doctors useful tips to improve their work.
6. Help with paralysis
American neuroscientist Miguel Nicolelis treated people suffering from paralysis using a VR helmet and exoskeleton. Thanks to this therapy, patients with paralyzed limbs again experienced the feeling of being able to move around.
People found themselves in a virtual environment and moved with the help of an exoskeleton. It was noted that patients after such procedures significantly improved sensorimotor skills. Their nervous system began to work more actively.
5. Police training
Special training simulators for police and military personnel have been around for a long time, but VirTra 300 is a more effective system that stands out from their background.
People who use such a program find themselves in unusual virtual situations, and the scenarios for the development of events can be very different. It all depends on the person using the system. The scenario changes in real time.
The system is designed to minimize the use of dangerous weapons. It is also worth noting that people become more experienced – and at the same time they do not even find themselves in real dangerous situations.
4. Architecture
Unique virtual reality can be obtained with the help of special software, various frameworks (special “engines”).
Such frames may contain data on the movement of objects, their features, real physical properties. The Unreal Engine is one of the most upgradable and durable engines out there. Its latest version is quite actively used in the field of architecture.
3. Advertising
Nowadays, advertising is becoming very intrusive. There is too much of it, especially on the Internet. There is nothing surprising in the fact that today there are a large number of tools that allow you to get rid of pop-up banners.
At the same time, advertising professionals are confident that advertising can be made more useful and interesting. For this, it is convenient to use VR. You can, for example, offer virtual test drives of cars, “presence” at various fashion shows.
2. Various production
The automatic virtual CAVE system is a very interesting development. There is a special square room, all the walls in which are three-dimensional projection screens. A person uses special devices in this room that allow him to view any virtual object from any angle.
This technology is used by some vehicle manufacturers. They impose virtual models of cars on real ones.
1. Criminal sphere
Jurors may not always be present at crime scenes. For this reason, they often have to be studied only from photographs and videos.
At the present time, a virtual reality system has appeared that allows you to view the scene of the incident as best as possible. In England, there are high hopes that this technology will be actively developed: its use will greatly simplify investigations.