Overview

Ever accidentally dug into a gas line? No? Let's KEEP it that way. This VR training prototype teaches excavation workers to spot buried utilities BEFORE they make the evening news. Plot twist: you're holding a REAL spade with REAL weight—but the consequences of piercing a gas main stay safely virtual. Muscle memory without the explosions.

Features

Real spade with Vive tracking for authentic muscle memory. Unity physics engine simulates realistic soil resistance. X-ray vision mode reveals hidden utilities. Immersive failure scenarios with virtual explosions. Utility warning sign recognition training. Haptic feedback differentiates safe vs dangerous digging. Weighted hardware for realistic handling experience.