Inspections, service calls & documentation with mobile Augmented Reality
Extend the capture of target/actual conditions, defect protocols, maintenance checklists, and work reports with the HybridForms App and mobile AR.
Not a glimpse into the future, but modern work in practice today: The integration of mobile Augmented Reality (AR) enables a spatial interactive user experience when digitally recording and documenting operations with the HybridForms App. The overlay of 3D models and real objects immediately shows deviations and defects during service appointments and inspection processes – AR visualization allows decisions to be made even faster and better.
The partnership of HybridForms/icomedias and REXdoc3d/Robotic Eyes creates innovation: Mobile Augmented Reality with REXdoc3d can now be optionally integrated into all forms and checklists with HybridForms. The 3D function is called up via a button in the form (deep link), the AR recording creates a spatial recording of the environment, the camera image of your end device is overlaid with positionally accurate digital information. However, the prerequisite is that your device supports AR – such as some Apple or Android models of the newer generation.
The documentation of the as-is state with the HybridForms App through photos, sketches, voice memos and location info is now supplemented by another forward-looking function through the integration of mobile Augmented Reality.
Inspection processes in field service with photo documentation & mobile AR
Regular service assignments and maintenance work on structures, plants and objects ensure quality and safety. These processes must be well planned, data must be documented securely, decisions must be made in a well-founded manner, and results must be made available to all those involved without delay for further processing or evaluations. The HybridForms App supports teams in this throughout the entire process and at every work step – for example, when inspecting tunnels in traffic infrastructure. The checklists can be dynamically pre-filled (such as from an Asset Management System), and the employees then record the inspection data on site on tablets or smartphones (also offline).
In addition to extensive photo documentation, spatial 3D documentation can now also be integrated into the forms. The AR function is started directly via a button in the HybridForms App, opening REXdoc3D from Robotic Eyes – with 3D mesh capture and 3D photos as well as including recording of exact motion paths and viewing angles. The photos taken during a 3D-assisted walk-through are transferred to HybridForms with 3D model reference and can be widely edited and annotated there. This means that this data is also directly available for reports, export as PDF and for filing.
During a later control inspection – for example after maintenance measures have been carried out – starting from HybridForms a spatial guidance and direction can be used as navigation between the recorded defect. In doing so, the 3D model, captured media, photos and locations, and associated data become usable in HybridForms as collected and linked data. The 3D model/reference and the additional descriptions, classifications, catalog assignments, and other data captured in HybridForms create a comprehensive picture that allows for more than the sum of the individual data. All of this data collected with HybridForms can also be archived for future use.
The functions are available on current models running iOS and Android – mesh captures in addition to spatial/3D capture require devices with LIDAR capability (such as in Apple iPad Pro or iPhone Pro consumer devices of the current generations).
Seamless integration of 3D models / Augmented Reality media
- Direct start of REXdoc3d from Robotic Eyes via button in the HybridForms App
- Choice between fast adhoc or anchored acquisition of 3D information
- Spatial acquisition with exact motion paths and viewing angles with REXdoc3d
- »Floating images« with intelligent positioning and mapping in REXdoc3d
- Linking of the captured image or 3D model via link in the HybridForms App
- Display of detailed information about the image or 3D object in REXdoc3d by Robotic Eyes
Digital form processes with integrated mobile Augmented Reality – direct added value for various industries
With the integration of mobile Augmented Reality into the HybridForms App, you use the full potential of digital possibilities and enable exciting innovation as well as new experiences in daily work. Possible usage scenarios are for example:
Innovative partners: HybridForms & Robotic Eyes
When two companies with years of technology and industry expertise work together, new forward-looking solutions for mobile working and the digitization of business processes are created.
HybridForms | icomedias helps companies and public authorities to significantly reduce delays – by transforming paper forms into digital workflows. The App and software for forms, checklists and structured on-site data capture can be used universally throughout the company, with secure enterprise functions and best mobile usability on all devices.
Robotic Eyes combines artificial intelligence, cloud services and augmented reality. The use of these technologies opens up new approaches to solutions for mobile applications and system integrations that make work easier, more efficient and safer. After all, technology must serve people – and not the other way around.
Mobile Augmented Reality – your benefits at a glance
Extension of documentation by three-dimensional models (»digital twins«) in addition to the previous 2D media such as photos, sketches, maps.
Creation of 3D meshes of objects with a high level of detail and realism for helpful additional information (only possible with AR-enabled tablets and smartphones).
Spatial recording of inspections with movement paths, position of location, angle of view, perspective for meaningful target/actual comparisons.
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