| | JUNE 20196CIOReviewNot enough can be said the drastic transformation in the process of designing and building a ship. Over the last 20 years, gradual advancements in computer-aided design software (CAD) have made it possible to design, test, and utilize 3D modeling to "build" a vessel prior to the actual cut of steel. And now, the influx of virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) technologies have taken ship design and construction to a whole new level. In today's landscape, a ship builder and other stakeholders involved in the process can leverage the most immersive way to experience vessel spaces pre-construction--by taking a virtual `walk through' of the vessel at design level. VR technology also makes it possible for users to pull apart the vessel, layer by layer, for an in-depth look inside the ship. It must be noted that VR tech's efficiencies aren't restricted to just the initial design phase of a new ship. VR tech also has exciting applications in the conversion and re-designing of existing vessels. These technologies have given birth to innovative solutions providers in the marine technology space, vendors who have rich backgrounds in architecture, engineering, and construction, but also have the means to adopt and implement AR and VR technologies. A component Marine technology solution provider is able to offer its clients a life-like and interactive way to experience new vessel designs or modifications.Cutting-edge marine technology solution providers offer its clients user-friendly software that is ideally suited to design a modern ship. Typically, the software is meant to serve two distinct purposes: to visualize new designs and existing vessel modifications, and to bring the entire design team into the simulated field, virtually in real time. The software should also enable ship designs to use models produced by third-party 3D modeling tools. It's undeniable that the value proposition of VR and AR technologies in maritime applications is immense, especially considering the fact that manufacturing of vessels is traditionally a lengthy process hampered by a myriad pre-manufacturing, design-related complexities. Thanks to VR/AR technologies, ship builders can now leverage early gains on the decision-making process and thereby enjoy huge cost savings throughout the project. Leafing through this special edition of CIOReview will allow strategic planners and practice leaders to comprehend the horizons of opportunity for translating trends into business profits.EditorialAR and VR are now Tools to Design ShipsCopyright © 2019 ValleyMedia, Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or part of any text, photography or illustrations without written permission from the publisher is prohibited. The publisher assumes no responsibility for unsolicited manuscripts, photographs or illustrations. Views and opinions expressed in this publication are not necessarily those of the magazine and accordingly, no liability is assumed by the publisher thereof.CIOReviewContact Us:Phone:510-230-0395Fax:510-894-8405Email:sales@cioreview.comeditor@cioreview.commarketing@cioreview.com JUNE - 17, 2019, Vol 08, Issue - 39 Published by ValleyMedia, Inc.To subscribe to CIOReviewVisit www.cioreview.com CIOReviewEditorial StaffSalesAaron PierceCarolynn WaltersJustin SmithShirley FaithRussell ThomasRose DcruzRichard Watsonrichard@cioreview.comVisualizersIssac GeorgeJohn Gotham*Some of the Insights are based on the interviews with respective CIOs and CXOs to our editorial staffJustin Smith Managing Editoreditor@cioreview.comManaging EditorJustin Smith
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