VR Honeycomb Repair Training Kit

Abstract

The Virtual Reality Honeycomb Structure Repair Kit seeks to provide an authentic and interactive learning platform for aircraft maintenance students in training on the repair of honeycomb structures. This system was designed as a virtual reality training kit that allows users to visualize and safely perform repair procedures within a virtual environment. Unity Engine and C# were used to develop this product by incorporating 3D models of tools, materials, and aircraft parts with the aim of replicating actual steps involved in repairs, which are required by the Structural Repair Manual. Various development processes were covered: from the design of the environment to scripting tool interactions, flow programming of simulations, to its internal testing using a VR headset. The kit had been implemented to improve understanding, accuracy, and engagement in the learning process with two modes: Training Mode and Challenge Mode. The trainees can repeat these processes without requiring physical materials at all, thereby reducing training costs and safety risks significantly. Full user testing is planned during later stages. However, early tests show smooth performance of the entire system with realistic tool behaviour. Overall, the project reflects an affordable, safe, and sustainable aviation education approach, suiting the Industrial Revolution 4.0 and Sustainable Development Goal 4, Quality Education, through immersive virtual reality technology