Course overview
XR for Space Applications
The future of space exploration is immersive! Extended Reality (XR) is revolutionizing astronaut training, mission planning, spacecraft design, and public engagement with space. In this cutting-edge course, you will explore how Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), and Mixed Reality (MR) are shaping the next frontier in space technology.
What You’ll Learn:
XR Fundamentals, VR, AR, and MR Explained
01
XR - What How Why
XR Coverage in Modern Space Domain, Society and Education.
02
XR for Space
XR applications for Space Simulations,
Training, Exploration and Mission Planning.
03
Human Research and Simulations in VR
From Space to Medicine, to Entertainment, Military and Architecture.
04
AR_MR as Technology Enablers
The Value of AR_MR in a Wide Range of Technology Development.
05
XR Solutions for the XR Industry
Applications and Future Trends in XR for The Industry.
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Lesson series
This course is ideal for engineers, designers, researchers, students, and space enthusiasts who want to gain hands-on knowledge of XR’s role in the space industry.
The topics covered by this course include:
Fundamentals of XR
Learn the basics of Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), and Mixed Reality (MR) and how these technologies merge the digital and physical worlds. This section explores XR hardware, software, and key applications across industries, with a focus on its role in space exploration.
XR for Astronaut Training & Space Simulations
Discover how XR revolutionizes astronaut training by providing immersive simulations of spacewalks, spacecraft operations, and emergency procedures. Learn how XR is used for mission planning, spacecraft design, and public engagement, creating more efficient and cost-effective training programs.
XR for Robotics & Remote Operations
Explore how XR enhances robotic control and teleoperation in space missions. This section covers how astronauts and mission control can operate robots and spacecraft remotely using immersive XR interfaces, enabling real-time monitoring and task execution on planetary surfaces and in orbit.
XR in Spacecraft & Habitat Design
Understand how XR is used to design spacecraft, space habitats, and mission environments. This section covers virtual prototyping, ergonomic studies, and space mission architecture, helping engineers and designers visualize and optimize their creations in realistic XR environments.
Introduction to Your Instructor

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Vittorio Netti

Course Certificate
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Step into the Future of Space Innovation
XR Technologies are Revolutionizing Space Exploration and Research
Mars and Beyond
Experience the Next Frontier with Immersive Virtual Environments
The Power of XR in Space
Discover How Extended Reality is Shaping Astronaut Training, Mission Planning, and Space Design
Space & Tech Enthusiasts
Space and technology enthusiasts will discover how XR is revolutionizing the way we interact with space environments, providing immersive experiences that bring space closer than ever before.
Companies Affiliates
XR is reshaping industries both in space and on Earth. Companies can leverage this knowledge to develop innovative products and services using Virtual, Augmented, and Mixed Reality.
Professionals
Professionals from various domains eager to understand how XR is applied in space missions, habitat design, and remote operations, gaining insights for cross-industry applications.
Students
Students, PhD candidates, and young graduates interested in exploring how XR technologies are transforming space exploration, astronaut training, and mission planning.