Added value of a virtual approach to simulation-based learning in a manufacturing learning factory

Abstract More and more learning factories (LF) are set up supporting the vision of Industry 4.0 connectivity and automation levels; thus, digital twins, virtual and augmented reality are emerging tools. Literature review is the basis for the discourse on possible constraints and opportunities these tools have for the cognitive learning processes in a simulation. State of the art give insight in the lack of research on value of digital learning activities in learning factory setting. This paper is a concept description, giving input to the community on aspects to be considered regarding the use VR/AR/digital twins in a learning factory context.