Uploaded July 2026 | Updated September 2026, 6 days ago
The Intelligent Metaverse is no longer a concept, it’s being built today at the intersection of AI and spatial computing. In this session, Ashley Crowder, CEO & Co-founder of VNTANA, and Chase Walker, Senior Simulation Engineer at Astec Industries, share how they partnered with NVIDIA to create automated CAD-to-Omniverse workflows that transform raw engineering data into AI-ready, simulation-accurate digital twins. Enabling the generation of simulated data to train AI for predictive maintenance, safety improvements, and operational efficiency in the field.
Attendees will gain:
- Proven strategies for scaling CAD-to-Omniverse automation across enterprise environments
- Best practices for preparing 3D assets to feed AI models and digital twins
- Firsthand insights from Astec’s real-world implementation and measurable results
- A forward-looking view of how AI and spatial computing are converging to deliver ROI across industries
Whether you’re an engineer, innovator, or digital transformation leader, this session offers a blueprint for turning 3D and AI into actionable intelligence today.
Session Speakers:
- Ashley Crowder, CEO, Co-Founder, VNTANA
- Chase Walker, Scientific Visualization Manager, Astec Industries
This session was recorded at AWE USA 2026 - the world's leading XR + AI event series. To learn more visit: awexr.com
The Intelligent Metaverse is no longer a concept, it’s being built today at the intersection of AI and spatial computing. In this session, Ashley Crowder, CEO & Co-founder of VNTANA, and Chase Walker, Senior Simulation Engineer at Astec Industries, share how they partnered with NVIDIA to create automated CAD-to-Omniverse workflows that transform raw engineering data into AI-ready, simulation-accurate digital twins. Enabling the generation of simulated data to train AI for predictive maintenance, safety improvements, and operational efficiency in the field.
Attendees will gain:
- Proven strategies for scaling CAD-to-Omniverse automation across enterprise environments
- Best practices for preparing 3D assets to feed AI models and digital twins
- Firsthand insights from Astec’s real-world implementation and measurable results
- A forward-looking view of how AI and spatial computing are converging to deliver ROI across industries
Whether you’re an engineer, innovator, or digital transformation leader, this session offers a blueprint for turning 3D and AI into actionable intelligence today.
Session Speakers:
- Ashley Crowder, CEO, Co-Founder, VNTANA
- Chase Walker, Scientific Visualization Manager, Astec Industries
This session was recorded at AWE USA 2026 - the world's leading XR + AI event series. To learn more visit: awexr.com
