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Virtual Reality, Mixed Reality and Augmented Reality in Construction: The Future Is Now

VR, MR and AR all mean time savings, collaboration, remote training and assistance, and productivity. Together they are called XR and can result in cost savings that cover the cost of the technology.
By Aviad Almagor
November 16, 2019
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by Aviad Almagor
Aviad Almagor is senior director of mixed reality and BCI at Trimble and has been recognized as one of the most influential people in augmented reality technology. 

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