How Virtual Reality Will Be Used In The Future

Introduction:

From remote operated drones to virtual social networks, these are some of the possible future applications of virtual reality.

In the past few years, Virtual Reality has revolutionized gaming and is among the fastest growing industries. However, in the next decade, there are several new possible applications of VR beyond the sphere of gaming. From providing solutions to complex problems in every field, to creating new ways of performing existing tasks, VR can be used in a number of innovative ways to change the world. Here’s a look at some of the possible future applications of Virtual Reality.

Remote Controlled Robots: Many storylines in games, movies and comics have depicted a future where robots are a part of daily life, and with VR technology, that future might not be far away. We might soon see the use of VR headsets to remotely control robots that do a vast variety of complex jobs. Pilots will be able to view and navigate environments, while picking up objects. VR operated robots could also be designed to let the user talk and interact with other people. Large, specially designed robots could replace humans in a variety of dangerous situations like fire hazards, heavy industries, mining, space exploration and radioactive contaminated areas.

Product Design and Development: Product design is a field most suited to VR adoption. We already have tools like Google’s Tilt Brush that designers can use for virtual sketching. The future will see more VR software that supports precise sketching and modelling, as well as collaboration in design projects. Designers will be able to create realistic scaled models that can be converted into prototypes quickly. VR-based design and development will open up new possibilities for experimentation, save on redesign costs and also enable companies to come up with new products faster than ever before.

Social Networking: In the coming years, VR will take social networking to the next level. Early stage virtual networking platforms like Oculus Rooms, vTime,Bigscreen and Rec Room are already attracting enthusiasts. People will be able to connect with each other in life-like virtual environments, bringing a new level of authenticity to online interactions. Users will be able to create online avatars that resemble their physical selves and also be able to choose from various virtual worlds to create settings for socialization. Themed social VR spaces will also cater to a variety of activities for users to engage in, including games like paintball.

New Avenues Of Entertainment: We’ve already seen extensive use of virtual reality in gaming, with bio- sensing and haptic feedback creating immersive experiences. The future will see VR making its way into other forms of entertainment. VR films will give moviegoers the next level of involvement with plots and storylines. Amusement parks and mixed reality games will become go-to attractions for children and adults alike. VR sporting events, concerts and art shows will allow people to experience events in virtual environments from within the comfort of their homes.

Medicine and Healthcare: Future developments in VR can result in a number of advancements in medical and healthcare solutions. VR scenarios can help train physicians in surgeries and also let them experience the life of a patient, to better understand illnesses and develop more empathy. Specially crafted VR worlds will allow patients to escape the stresses of their illnesses and improve pain management. Other VR applications will accelerate physiotherapy and rehabilitation by giving recovering patients the chance to get their minds and nervous systems into the habit of performing repetitive exercises.