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Humanoid Figure 02 robots tested at BMW Group Plant Spartanburg
not only map future manufacturing structures virtually in a digital twin but also simulate the employees who will work on the assembly lines.
According to Sebastian Moser, an innovation and digitalisation specialist for the Regensburg production system:“ This allows us to not only map future manufacturing structures virtually in a digital twin, but also simulate the employees who will work on our assembly lines in the future.”
The virtual simulation is impressively comprehensive, encompassing a complete line section with 41 operating cycles, covering over 1,000 square metres of assembly space. This level of detail allows for the development of effective cycle specifications and health-friendly ergonomic analyses long before the physical production line is built.
Beyond planning, this VR technology serves as a powerful training and information tool. Employees can use VR goggles to explore their future workplace virtually, examining details up close and even practising specific operating cycles alongside virtual“ colleagues.” This advanced preparation aims to shorten the learning phase when employees transition to the actual assembly line.
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