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HD Hyundai Construction Equipment Unveils Training Center Utilizing VR and Digital Twin Technologies

HD Hyundai Construction Equipment Unveils Training Center Utilizing VR and Digital Twin Technologies

SEOUL, Jan. 24 (Korea Bizwire) — HD Hyundai Construction Equipment has opened the doors to an innovative training center that utilizes virtual reality (VR) and digital twin technology for excavator operation instruction and product verification. The grand opening of the “Virtual Training Center” took place at the HD Hyundai Global R&D Center (GRC) in Pangyo, Gyeonggi [...]

Kyung Hee University Medical School Pioneers VR Anatomy Education

Kyung Hee University Medical School Pioneers VR Anatomy Education

SEOUL, Oct. 9 (Korea Bizwire) –Using virtual reality (VR) technology in medical school anatomy classes has proven to be highly effective. Kyung Hee University, the first medical school in Korea to introduce hybrid anatomy lectures, has demonstrated that changes in medical education due to the COVID-19 pandemic are also affecting medical school practices. Kyung Hee [...]

Gangneung Turns to VR to Promote Stray Animal Awareness and Adoption

Gangneung Turns to VR to Promote Stray Animal Awareness and Adoption

GANGNEUNG, April 30 (Korea Bizwire) — On a fine Saturday, the city of Gangneung, nestled in the heart of Gangwon Province, made a noble declaration to champion the cause of stray animals by harnessing the power of cutting-edge virtual reality (VR) technology. The city’s visionary plan involves creating immersive 3D images of the charming interior [...]

VR Experience Prior to Endoscopy Relieves Anxiety: Study

VR Experience Prior to Endoscopy Relieves Anxiety: Study

SEOUL, Feb. 10 (Korea Bizwire) — In a recent breakthrough, researchers have discovered that utilizing virtual reality (VR) content to promote feelings of calmness and serenity can significantly reduce patient anxiety prior to undergoing an endoscopy procedure. A research team from Gangnam Severance Hospital divided 40 patients into two groups: a group that was exposed [...]

VR-based Logistics Facilities Management Technology Developed in Busan

VR-based Logistics Facilities Management Technology Developed in Busan

BUSAN, Jan. 27 (Korea Bizwire) — A South Korean company has developed a new system that allows for the real-time monitoring of logistics facilities using virtual reality (VR) technology, the Busan city government said Thursday. Kuls, a logistics firm located in Busan, recently applied for a patent for its “VR-based logistics center monitoring technology and [...]

Seoul City Develops VR Program that Allows Seniors to Revisit Happiest Moments

Seoul City Develops VR Program that Allows Seniors to Revisit Happiest Moments

SEOUL, July 8 (Korea Bizwire) — The Seoul Metropolitan Government said Thursday that it will introduce a new virtual reality (VR) program that allows seniors to revisit their happiest moments. The city held a demonstration of the program at a local welfare center, where seniors could revisit their lost hometowns, places they’ve visited with their [...]

Incheon Education Office to Launch VR-based Safety Education Program for Island Schools

Incheon Education Office to Launch VR-based Safety Education Program for Island Schools

INCHEON, April 15 (Korea Bizwire) — The Incheon Metropolitan City Office of Education said Thursday it will launch a virtual reality (VR)-based safety education program for students living on islands during the period from April to November of this year. The education will be offered to groups of fifth and sixth-grade students and middle and [...]