The Vireo research project
XR technologies are broadly conceived from virtual and augmented/mixed reality to metaverse technologies. The research will focus on technical and usability requirements and technology demonstrations, where the suitability of technologies will be assessed from usability and user experience perspectives.
1.9.2023 – 31.8.2025
Digital Routes of Northern Savo
In this project virtual nature travel content made for international markets is being co-created and tested. The project’s goal is to produce (approximately) three routes to be virtually experienced (Tiilikkajärvi, Tahko, Puijo). Simultaneously the demand of digital contents and routes, as well as their distribution channels, business benefits and earning models are identified. The projectwill produce information to tourism industry to help with marketing and developing business. In this project, terms such as virtual travel and digital, remote services are mentioned. These refer to digital services that can include and apply virtual elements using XR and livestream technology. In this context the term “virtual travel” does not include (experiences provided by) virtual reality.
1.2.2023 – 31.1.2025
VirTech – Virtual Technology in the Development of Working Life and Education
The key objective of the project is to address the challenges of the current COVID-19 pandemic and future similar emergencies. The project develops operating models that enable the effective orientation of personnel in companies and organizations in various fields, the provision of remote services, process control, learning and the smooth running of other activities in a variety of challenging conditions in a cost-effective manner.
The COVID-19 pandemic has shown how, for example, the maintenance or commissioning of equipment becomes more difficult and delayed when the supplier is outside Finland. This causes a significant financial disadvantage when the equipment cannot be used. In these situations, various remote solutions based on virtual technology can be utilized, which also saves significant costs.
1.10.2021 – 30.11.2023
Future Technologies in Education – FutureEdu
FutureEdu developes education and learning by utilizing latest technological solutions, such as the potential of virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR) and other modern technologies. Savonia University of Applied Sciences as the main actor works with diverse national and international partners in developing flexible training for professional all across Finland .
1.1.2019 – 31.12.2021