Implementation of an Immersive Environment with 360º Video at SENAI CIMATEC: an Experience Applied to Engineering

Abstract

This article presents the experience of conception, development, and implementation of CIMATEC 360º, an immersive environment based on 360º videos conceived to support the teaching of engineering. In this context, the aim was to analyze the development and application of 360º videos as an immersive resource for engineering education, based on practical experience conducted at SENAI CIMATEC. This is a qualitative research study, outlined as a case study, that followed all stages of the process, from the definition of the theme and the preparation of the scripts, through the capture and editing of the material, to the structuring of the interface together with the availability of the solution. In summary, the development integrated, in an articulated manner, pedagogical objectives related to contextualized learning and technological requirements focused on compatibility and usability on multiple devices, including computers, mobile devices, and virtual reality (VR) headsets. The resource allows the student to virtually explore laboratories and institutional facilities, fostering the understanding of processes, the connection between theory and practice, engagement, and autonomy in learning. The results obtained indicate that the use of 360-degree videos represents a viable and scalable strategy to enrich engineering education, although it still faces challenges related to the need for a stable connection, variations in performance depending on the device, and the absence of complementary interactive elements. The evidence gathered points to prospects for improvement, such as the adoption of adaptive streaming techniques, optimization of file compression, and incorporation of interactive resources that expand the possibilities of navigation and conceptual deepening.