The Aerial Operations Studio at VAR Studios is thrilled to unveil the latest addition to our suite of cutting-edge tools: the Skydio X2E, a remarkable blend of sophisticated design and advanced technology. Acquired in July 2023, this intelligent aerial tool is set to significantly expand our research and innovation potential. The Skydio X2E is purposefully
VAR Studios' Aerial Operations Unit is delighted to announce the acquisition of the Skydio 2+, a significant enhancement to our research and creative capabilities. The Skydio 2+ is a remarkable offering from Skydio, a leading U.S. drone manufacturer renowned for its autonomous drones powered by artificial intelligence. This upgrade in their consumer-oriented line boasts an
The Aerial Operations Studio at VAR Studios is thrilled to announce a momentous achievement—Garrett Stroupe, a DIGIT student at Penn State Behrend and a new member of VAR Studios, has successfully passed the FAA Part 107 Unmanned Aerial Systems Exam. This accomplishment marks Garrett as our first FAA 107 certified unmanned aerial systems operator, a
Aligned with VAR Studios' strategic objectives, we are thrilled to announce the inauguration of our new Aerial Operations Studio. This significant development, formally established in the summer of 2023, is the culmination of a year's worth of meticulous planning and dedication. Comprising an interdisciplinary team of students and faculty members, the Aerial Operations Studio will
VAR Studio’s Mobile Operations Unit is thrilled to announce its latest acquisition: the innovative Matterport Pro3 Camera. This cutting-edge tool enables us to craft strikingly accurate and immersive digital twins of any space — even outdoor environments, paving the way in the realm of digital reality. The Pro3 Camera is a marvel in spatial imaging.
VAR Studios has launched the MatchBox Studio, a compact 3D asset creation machine built into a box that is located in the Merwin Building's industrial Highbay. The Merwin Building, part of the Knowledge Park business park near Penn State Behrend, houses numerous companies, including the VAR Lab headquarters. The MatchBox Studio is one of 11
Remington Orange, a producer at XRcast Studio, is leading a new series called VR RunThroughs that will feature a rotating selection of hosts. The hosts will complete various VR programs from start to finish, showcasing the controls, navigational menu, and all activities within the program. They will specifically highlight ease of navigation, comfort level, and
Remington Orange, producer at the XRcast Studio, is spearheading a new series called VAR Travels, with co-hosts Marcus Jacobs and Lauren Cass. VAR Travels is a mixed reality podcast that uses the Google Earth VR program to take the audience on a global journey. The program is unique in that it provides comprehensive visual data
VAR Studios is thrilled to announce the launch of a new studio space that expands our production capabilities. The XRcast podcasting studio is designed to capture mixed reality content, with limitless use cases for creating more engaging course materials, producing VR RunThroughs of various virtual reality programs, entertainment. Faculty can use these reviews to choose
VAR Studios, Behrend’s XR Makerspace, is proud to announce the recent acquisition of a pair of structured light scanners. These scanners increase our capabilities to efficiently create 3D assets from a variety of real-world objects. The technology uses flashing light and several camera sensors set at varying depths to capture the shape and texture of
