Augmented Reality in Industry 4.0 Assistance and Training Areas: A Systematic Literature Review and Bibliometric Analysis

Abstract

Augmented reality (AR) technology is making a strong appearance on the industrial landscape, driven by significant advances in technological tools and developments. Its application in areas such as training and assistance has attracted the attention of the research community, which sees AR as an opportunity to provide operators with a more visual, immersive and interactive environment. This article deals with an analysis of the integration of AR in the context of the fourth industrial revolution, commonly referred to as Industry 4.0. Starting with a systematic review, 60 relevant studies were identified from the Scopus and Web of Science databases. These findings were used to build bibliometric networks, providing a broad perspective on AR applications in training and assistance in the context of Industry 4.0. The article presents the current landscape, existing challenges and future directions of AR research applied to industrial training and assistance based on a systematic literature review and citation network analysis. The findings highlight a growing trend in AR research, with a particular focus on addressing and overcoming the challenges associated with its implementation in complex industrial environments.

Impact of Augmented Reality on Assistance and Training in Industry 4.0: Qualitative Evaluation and Meta-Analysis

“…In both studies, we commenced with a systematic review and bibliometric analysis of 60 articles published between January 2012 and February 2024 [99]. The use of VOSviewer [100,101], a tool that specialises in the construction and visualisation of bibliometric networks, enabled the authors to gain insights into the current landscape of AR applications in training and industrial assistance.…”