XR Lab

The XR Lab is a space in the VizLab for virtual reality and mixed reality experiences. The facility includes two private rooms with powerful PC desktops dedicated to VR app development and experience.

We can support introduction-level instruction to realtime editors such as Unity and Unreal Engine 5, and 3D design tools like Autodesk Maya, Gravity Sketch, Arkio, and Open Brush.

VR experience
Students running Universe Sandbox VR in the Immersive Media Studio, across the hall from the VizLab.

VR/XR Headsets

  • Apple Vision Pro
  • Meta Quest Pro
  • Meta Quest 3
  • Vive XR Elite

PC systems

  • 103A: 13th Gen i9, RTX 4090, 64GB RAM
  • 103C: 14th Gen i9, RTX 4090, 64GB RAM

Mac Systems

  • Mac Studio with M4 Max, 128GB RAM

Drones / Aerial Imaging

The VizLab supports projects related to aerial mapping, GIS, and 3D modeling with drones. Aerial models can also be used in 3D printing and virtual or mixed reality experiences. We maintain a small fleet of drones, including the DJI Mavic Pro and Phantom 2. Due to policy, legal, and liability issues, these drones are available to Bates faculty and students for research purposes only and can only be operated by licensed CRC staff.

Generative AI/Computation

The VizLab PCs are able to run more powerful applications than most computers on campus. Reach out if you have a specific project that fits these needs. We can install software and help you get set up.

Bates also has a High Performance Computing Cluster, Leavitt, for larger projects.