1、Exploring the IndustrialMetaverse:A Roadmap to the FutureB R I E F I N G P A P E RO C T O B E R 2 0 2 3In collaboration with the University of CambridgeCover:Midjourney,Studio Miko.Images:Getty Images 2023 World Economic Forum.All rights reserved.No part of this publication may be reproduced or tran
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4、n 41 Industrial metaverse:definition,where it stands today and a vision for the future 51.1 What is the industrial metaverse?51.2 Current state of the industrial metaverse 61.3 Vision for the industrial metaverse 62 Foundations and applications of the industrial metaverse 73 The future of the indust
5、rial metaverse:aroadmap 114 Actions for companies and governments 15Conclusion 17Contributors 18Endnotes 19Exploring the Industrial Metaverse:A Roadmap to the Future2ForewordThe industrial metaverse is likely to impact industry and shape its future.The path for the evolution and conceptualization of
6、 the industrial metaverse remains uncertain,especially regarding its short-,mid-and long-term developments within industry.To help industry gain a better understanding,the World Economic Forum and the Cyber-Human Lab at the University of Cambridge have worked together with leading industry partners