Design of an AR-based assembly guidance and remote maintenance system for complex electromechanical equipment
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Swinburne College of Shandong University of Science and Technology, Jinan, ChinaAbstract
This paper addresses the challenges of high precision requirements, complex operations, and scarce expert resources in the assembly and maintenance of complex electromechanical equipment. It designs and implements an integrated guidance and remote maintenance system based on augmented reality (AR) technology. The research first constructs a core technical solution integrating hybrid tracking and registration, dynamic information visualization, and real-time remote collaboration. Then, it elaborates on the system's layered architecture and modular design and completes the development of a prototype system using a precision reducer for industrial robots. Test results show that the system effectively improves the accuracy and efficiency of assembly operations and significantly enhances the sense of presence and effectiveness of remote collaborative maintenance, providing valuable theoretical reference and practical examples for the in-depth application of AR technology in the field of industrial precision operation.
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