Playfully Learning Basics of Manipulators and Kinematics in Extended Reality
Addressing a critical skills gap in the robotics industry, MANIPULAY XR introduces a game-based learning environment that enhances traditional training methods to teach essential skills for configuring and programming robotic manipulators and understanding their kinematics. MANIPULAY XR centers on solving engaging puzzles in VR, where users interactively assemble robot components – such as bases, joints, links, and grippers – and program their movements using an intuitive block-based interface. By guiding users to configure and program robotic manipulators to tackle challenges, this playful, hands-on method improves understanding of complex concepts like kinematics while ensuring safer human-robot collaboration. MANIPULAY XR not only makes learning accessible and fun but also supports the development of a skilled, innovative workforce ready for the demands of modern automation.
Technology
Building on advanced XR technologies, the project focuses on developing modular robot components, an intuitive block-based programming interface, and puzzle-based gameplay that fosters hands-on learning. Users will interactively assemble robots, program their movements, and solve challenges designed to teach foundational principles like structure, motion, and kinematic relationships.
- Designed for scalability
- Enabling others to create tailored educational content
- Extend puzzle sequences
- Integrate new robot parts and functionalities
By aligning with the MASTER-XR platform, the solution will be accessible to a wide range of users, from students to industry professionals, fostering widespread adoption of robotics education.