Switzerland - headquartered ABB has developed a 3D , virtual reality ( VR ) design and planning tool that aims to increase safety , cut costs and improve efficiency when constructing flexible and digital direct current substations , or high - voltage direct current stations . The technology , part of ABB 's Ability portfolio , allows multiple stakeholders to walk through corridors using VR goggles , while spatial ##ly , optimised footprint or health and safety issues can be addressed or solved before construction begins .
Switzerland-headquartered ABB has developed a 3D, virtual reality (VR) design and planning tool that aims to increase safety, cut costs and improve efficiency when creating flexible and digital alternating current substations, or high-voltage direct current stations. The technology, part of ABB's Ability portfolio, allows multiple stakeholders to walk through projects using VR goggles, while spatial elements, optimised footprint or health and safety issues can be adapted or solved before construction begins.