ARMinstructies

ARMinstructies is a framework for delivering augmented reality guided instructions that help users perform tasks by overlaying digital information onto the real world. It integrates AR displays, 3D models, and contextual cues to guide a user through a sequence of steps.

Origin and scope: The term emerged as augmented reality matured in manufacturing, logistics, and education. ARMinstructies describes a methodology rather than a single product, used by companies to create interactive work instructions and training materials that can be accessed on smartphones, tablets, or smart glasses.

Core features: precise alignment of overlays to real objects, step-by-step workflows, conditional logic for branching instructions, and multimodal cues such as text, audio, and 3D annotations. Content can be marker-based or markerless, supports offline access, and records user progress for analytics.

Applications: manufacturing assembly and quality control, equipment maintenance and repair, field service, construction training, aviation and automotive industries, and remote expert support. Benefits include reduced training time, fewer errors, improved safety, and standardization of procedures.

Challenges and considerations: device cost and compatibility, calibration accuracy, occlusion handling, cognitive load, data privacy, and interoperability with enterprise systems. Content authoring requires 3D assets and workflow to validate steps and localization.

Implementation guidance: define granular steps, create reusable 3D components, test in real-world conditions, and collect analytics to refine procedures. Standards and interoperability are evolving as AR platforms mature.