Semester of Graduation
Fall 2025
Degree
Master of Science in Industrial Engineering (MSIE)
Department
Mechanical and Industrial Engineering
Document Type
Thesis
Abstract
The rapid development of innovative technology underscores the importance of preparing students to meet industry expectations. This study aims to design, develop, and integrate Augmented Reality (AR) applications into Industrial Engineering (IE) education, specifically within LSU’s IE 2400 System and Work Methods course. The research incorporates technology like Microsoft HoloLens 2 into laboratory exercises. It seeks to enhance students’ comprehension and visualization of complex industrial systems and concepts, while familiarizing them with AR technology’s potential in the manufacturing industry. The AR application features functionalities tailored to support specific roles. These include AR-enhanced assembly manuals for Assemblers and quality inspection tools for Quality Inspectors. Best practices from existing literature guide AR application development and provide a comprehensive evaluation plan. The study follows two phases: pilot and main study. The pilot study used a small sample size to guide user interface improvements. The main study evaluated AR-based instructions versus traditional paper-based methods. The study’s results revealed interesting insights. The average task time for assembly tasks between groups was not significantly different; however, AR-based guidance significantly reduced the average task time for the quality control task, and reduced assembly error counts and cognitive load. Inspection accuracy also improved during the quality control task. These findings demonstrate AR’s potential to enhance visualization, comprehension, and decision-making in complex tasks. This research adds to the limited literature on AR integration in IE education and provides insights to guide future AR integration in engineering education.
Date
11-3-2025
Recommended Citation
Abdullayeva, Fidan, "Integrating Augmented Reality (AR) Into Industrial Engineering Education: Supporting Assembly Line Operations in Advanced Manufacturing Laboratory" (2025). LSU Master's Theses. 6272.
https://repository.lsu.edu/gradschool_theses/6272
Committee Chair
Knapp, Gerald M.
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