Exploring user Experience, self-concept, and adoption willingness in virtual reality safety training.

This thesis explores the impact of VR safety training on user experience, self-concept, and the willingness to adopt this technology within industrial settings. The study evaluates the effectiveness of VR training enhanced with volumetric video, revealing that iterative design processes and user-centered approaches significantly improve user engagement, satisfaction, and self-efficacy. The research highlights the innovative potential of VR training applications in the industry, emphasizing the importance of addressing user feedback to enhance adoption and training outcomes. Additionally, the study finds critical barriers to VR adoption, such as technical challenges and initial user hesitance, and proposes strategies to overcome these obstacles. The study concludes with recommendations for integrating VR into industrial training programs, aiming to bridge the gap between UX specialists and end users, thereby improving training effectiveness and developing a culture of continuous improvement. This comprehensive analysis provides valuable insights for organizations looking to implement advanced VR technologies to enhance safety training and operational efficiency.