Use Cases

Drone Operation Training in Mixed Reality

Mixed reality (MR) is revolutionizing unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) training by enabling drone operators to train with real equipment inside immersive, mission-accurate environments. Using Varjo’s human-eye resolution headsets, drone crews can now prepare for complex operations with greater realism, flexibility, and safety.

Challenge

Effective UAV operator training is hindered by limited access to real hardware, high setup costs, and the difficulty of simulating realistic scenarios without extensive infrastructure. In addition, traditional simulators are bulky, expensive, and often disconnected from the physical tools that operators use in real missions.

Solution

By combining Varjo’s MR headset with a physical drone ground control station, operators stay grounded in the real world —seeing their hands, controls, and surroundings —while fully immersed in a high-fidelity virtual battlespace. The result is a seamless blend of real and virtual that supports hands-on training in complex, high-stakes scenarios.

Benefits and Impact

• Highly realistic training: Trainees interact with real UAV controls in accurate virtual environments.

• Risk-free mission rehearsal: Operators train in high-pressure scenarios without physical risk, enhancing decision-making under stress.

• Portable & flexible: Field-deployable setup ideal for training anywhere, from classrooms to mobile deployments.

• Cost-effective training: Less infrastructure needed, simplified logistics, and scalable deployment.

• Higher engagement: Immersive training improves focus, retention, and operational realism.