The Immersive and Interactive Technology Lab (IITL) is a leader in cutting-edge research and development, combining innovative technologies to create transformative solutions across education, training, industry, and defense. Harnessing the power of Internet of Things (IoT), Augmented Reality (AR), Virtual Reality (VR), Mixed Reality (MR), and the Metaverse, IITL is reshaping the way we learn, train, and work. By developing immersive environments, the lab is enhancing practical learning, industry practices, and real-world training solutions, making these technologies accessible and impactful across multiple sectors, including healthcare, automotive, military, and smart cities.
Education and Research
IITL is revolutionizing the education landscape by developing immersive learning environments using AR, VR, MR, and the Metaverse. These platforms provide interactive, engaging experiences that significantly enhance traditional teaching methods, especially in K-12 and engineering education. Students, researchers, and educators benefit from hands-on simulations and advanced pedagogical techniques that improve understanding, foster critical thinking, and promote skill acquisition in real-world contexts.
Defense & Industrial Training
In the defense sector, IITL provides realistic training simulations using AR/VR and MR, enabling military personnel to train in virtual environments that replicate hazardous or remote settings. From tactical combat exercises to survival scenarios, IITL’s immersive platforms prepare soldiers for diverse, high-risk situations. Similarly, the lab has created advanced training tools for industries like automotive, offering virtual test drives and simulations that enhance driving and operational skills in a safe, controlled space. These training solutions are not only cost-effective but also provide workers and defense personnel with invaluable experience before engaging in real-world operations.
Healthcare Solutions
In healthcare, IITL is developing innovative virtual training programs for midwives and medical professionals. By simulating complex delivery scenarios in a virtual space, the lab is improving skills, decision-making, and response times during high-stakes situations. These advancements in medical education are enhancing the quality of healthcare delivery, ensuring that professionals are better prepared for real-world emergencies.
Smart Cities and IoT Integration
As cities grow smarter and more connected, IITL is at the forefront of integrating IoT with immersive technologies to create interactive environments for urban planning, traffic management, and environmental monitoring. These cutting-edge solutions are helping to build more sustainable, efficient, and technologically advanced cities, contributing to the creation of smarter, more resilient infrastructure.
IITL’s work is closely aligned with several United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), demonstrating the lab’s commitment to global challenges:
SDG Goal 1: No Poverty
Through innovative training and immersive learning platforms, IITL is creating opportunities for skill development and employment, particularly in underserved and remote areas. By providing accessible education and training solutions, the lab is actively contributing to poverty alleviation and economic empowerment.
SDG Goal 4: Quality Education
IITL is transforming education by making learning more engaging, interactive, and accessible to all. The lab’s immersive technologies break down geographical and social barriers, enabling students in rural or underserved areas to benefit from high-quality, interactive educational experiences.
SDG Goal 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth
IITL’s focus on industry-specific training in sectors like automotive, defense, and healthcare is upskilling workers and fostering job creation. The lab’s pioneering work in AR/VR/MR and IoT is also fostering economic growth by driving the development of new industries and creating jobs in emerging technological sectors.
SDG Goal 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
IITL is crucial in developing resilient infrastructure, supporting sustainable industrialization, and encouraging innovation. The lab’s research into immersive technologies and IoT is helping to modernize industries, from defense to healthcare, by creating efficient, high-tech solutions that improve productivity and innovation.
IITL continues to push the boundaries of immersive technology, creating state-of-the-art solutions that address global challenges and enhance the quality of life. By integrating next-generation technologies with education, industry, and beyond, IITL is shaping the future of training, learning, and technological advancements, empowering individuals and communities worldwide. With a strong commitment to the UN SDGs, IITL is driving positive change, promoting innovation, and advancing sustainability across the globe.
IITL’s research and development efforts contribute to the growth of 150+ publications in SCI and Scopus-indexed journals, 170+ conference papers, 170+ national patents (50+ granted), and 1 international patent. Furthermore, the lab has hosted over 65 workshops and faculty development programs, continuing to lead in immersive technology innovation.