University of Nottingham Ningbo China
CASE STUDY
University Digital Future Lab
A digital future lab for immersive teaching, research, and XR visualization.
Education
Pimax Crystal LightDigital Future Lab
Customer
The University of Nottingham Ningbo China was established in 2004 as the first Sino-foreign university in China approved by the Ministry of Education with independent legal-person status and an independent campus. It offers undergraduate, master's, and doctoral programs, with nearly 10,000 registered students and faculty from more than 70 countries and regions.
The university has received QS Stars five-star certification and is among the first Sino-foreign universities with a national postdoctoral research station. Seven of its disciplines were listed in the 2024 ShanghaiRanking Global Ranking of Academic Subjects, six disciplines entered the ESI global top 1%, and 54 scholars were selected among the world's top 2% scientists.
University of Nottingham Ningbo China set out to build a high-level digital future lab where immersive visualization, 3D modeling, and XR review could support both teaching and research.
Project Background
Digital lab for teaching and research.
The Digital Future Lab was designed to support teaching and research needs across virtual reality, data collection, 3D modeling, and immersive visualization. The project required a complete software and hardware environment that could serve both practical classroom use and deeper research scenarios.
The lab needed to support multiple types of users and workflows, including immersive teaching demonstrations, 3D spatial modeling, real-time visualization, and collaborative experimentation.
Key needs
- Immersive teaching and classroom demonstration
- 3D visualization and immersive review
- 3D modeling and spatial visualization workflows
- Compatibility with SteamVR, OpenVR, Unity, and Unreal-based applications
- Long-term support for teaching, research, and future expansion
Solution
HIGH CLARITY VR HEADSETS + MULTIFUNCTIONAL MOTION PLATFORM SOFTWARE
Pimax Business supported the Digital Future Lab with a full-chain XR solution covering high-performance VR hardware, 3D modeling, visualization systems, installation guidance, training, and long-term technical support.
HARDWARE
HIGH-CLARITY VISUALIZATION
- High-resolution visual display
- Immersive spatial viewing experience
- Comfortable fit for classroom and lab use
- Stable wired connection for lab environments
- 2880 × 2880 per eye
- QLED + Mini-LED local dimming
- 35 PPD
- 105° FOV
SOFTWARE
Software-hardware integrated 3D spatial intelligent modeling terminal.
- Unity 3D and Unreal Engine compatibility
- Support for desktop and mobile viewing
- Real-time 3D visualization workflow
- Immersive design review and presentation
Deployment support for teaching and research
Pimax Business supported installation guidance, system calibration, staff training, and long-term technical support so the lab could serve both classroom use and deeper research workflows over time.
Customer Feedback
The cooperation with Pimax Technology provided a comprehensive and high-quality solution for the construction of our Digital Future Lab, far exceeding project expectations. From hardware supply and system integration to follow-up training services, Pimax demonstrated strong professional capability and execution efficiency.
Throughout the implementation process, the Pimax team was professional and responsible, strictly managing the delivery schedule and completing equipment delivery, installation, and commissioning ahead of schedule. The technical guidance from certified original-factory engineers was thorough, while customized training courses enabled teachers and students to quickly master equipment operation and maintenance.
The follow-up after-sales service has also been highly responsive. Dedicated service hotlines and localized after-sales support provide a strong foundation for the long-term stable operation of the equipment. With reliable product quality, strong technical capability, and thoughtful full-cycle service, Pimax has helped our university build a high-level Digital Future Lab and injected strong momentum into provincial first-class discipline development. Pimax is a trusted partner for university digital infrastructure construction.
Project Value
A scalable XR platform for higher education innovation.
Immersive learning environment
The lab helps transform abstract concepts into interactive 3D learning experiences for teaching and demonstration.
Research-ready visualization workflows
3D visualization tools support spatial modeling, collaborative review, and data-informed research.
Integrated teaching and research platform
The solution connects VR hardware, software compatibility, modeling workflows, and technical support into one lab environment.
Long-term digital education infrastructure
The project provides a foundation for future curriculum development, interdisciplinary research, and XR-based education innovation.
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