Trimble XR10

Trimble XR10 with HoloLens 2
Basic Info
VR/AR	Augmented Reality
Type	AR Hard Hat
Subtype	Industrial AR, Enterprise AR
Platform	Windows Holographic
Creator	Trimble
Developer	Trimble / Microsoft
Manufacturer	Trimble
Announcement Date	2019
Release Date	2019
Price	$4,750
Website	https://fieldtech.trimble.com/
Versions	Trimble XR10 with HoloLens 2 (Full Brim, Front Brim)
Requires	Microsoft HoloLens 2 integration
Predecessor	Trimble XR10 with HoloLens 1
Successor	None announced
System
Operating System	Windows Holographic OS
Chipset	Qualcomm Snapdragon 850
CPU	Qualcomm Snapdragon 850
GPU	Adreno 630
HPU	Microsoft Holographic Processing Unit 2.0
Storage
Storage	64GB UFS 2.1
Memory	4GB RAM
SD Card Slot	No
Display
Display	2× LBS (Laser Beam Scanning)
Subpixel Layout	Full color
Peak Brightness	500 nits
Resolution	1440 × 936 per eye (2K per eye)
Pixel Density	47 PPD
Refresh Rate	60Hz
Persistence	Low persistence
Image
Field of View	43° diagonal (52° × 43°)
Horizontal FoV	43°
Vertical FoV	29°
Average Pixel Density	47 PPD
Peak Pixel Density	47 PPD
Foveated Rendering	No
Optics
Optics	See-through holographic waveguides
Ocularity	Binocular
IPD Range	55-71mm (automatic)
Adjustable Diopter	No
Passthrough	Optical see-through
Tracking
Tracking	6DoF (inside-out)
Tracking Frequency	High-speed
Base Stations	None required
Eye Tracking	Yes
Face Tracking	No
Hand Tracking	Yes (10-finger articulated)
Body Tracking	No
Rotational Tracking	Yes
Positional Tracking	Yes
Update Rate	60Hz
Tracking Volume	Large indoor/outdoor
Play Space	Industrial worksite
Latency	Low latency
Audio
Audio	5-microphone array, bone-conduction speakers
Microphone	Yes (5-mic array)
3.5mm Audio Jack	Yes
Camera	4 visible light cameras, 2 IR cameras, 1MP ToF depth sensor, 8MP camera
Connectivity
Connectivity	WiFi 5, Bluetooth 5.0, USB-C
Ports	USB-C
Wired Video	No
Wireless Video	No
WiFi	WiFi 802.11ac (2×2)
Bluetooth	Bluetooth 5.0
Power	Internal battery
Battery Capacity	2-3 hours active use
Battery Life	2-3 hours
Charge Time	USB-C PD
Device
Dimensions	Hard hat form factor
Weight	~1.1 kg total system
Material	Industrial-grade hard hat, flip-up visor
Headstrap	Integrated hard hat suspension
Haptics	No
Color	Industrial (white/yellow options)
Sensors	4× VL cameras, 2× IR cameras, ToF depth, IMU, eye tracking
Input	Hand gestures (10-finger), eye tracking, voice commands
Compliance	OSHA compliant, ANSI Z89.1 Type 1 Class E, CSA Z94.1-15 Type 1 Class E

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The Trimble XR10 with HoloLens 2 is an industrial augmented reality hard hat system developed by Trimble in partnership with Microsoft, released in 2019 as the first device created through Microsoft's HoloLens Customization Program. Designed specifically for workers in safety-controlled, dirty, and loud industrial environments, the Trimble XR10 integrates a full Microsoft HoloLens 2 mixed reality headset into an OSHA-compliant, ANSI Z89.1-certified hard hat, enabling mixed reality workflows at construction sites, oil & gas facilities, manufacturing plants, and utilities infrastructure. The system features all HoloLens 2 capabilities including the Qualcomm Snapdragon 850 processor with 4GB RAM, 1440 × 936 resolution per eye with 43° diagonal field of view, 10-finger articulated hand tracking, eye tracking for hands-free operation, and a 5-microphone array with bone-conduction audio for communication in noisy environments. The innovative flip-up visor design allows workers to quickly toggle between mixed reality and the real world without removing the helmet. Compatible with Trimble Connect for HoloLens software and supporting file formats including .SKP, .IFC, .RVT, .DWG, and .DXF, the XR10 enables 3D model overlay, BIM coordination, remote expert assistance, and step-by-step work instructions. Priced at $4,750 for the complete system, the Trimble XR10 remains the only intrinsically safe, hardhat-integrated HoloLens 2 solution for industrial environments.

History and Development

Trimble Background

Company history:

Founded 1978
Positioning/surveying pioneer
Construction technology leader
Enterprise software focus

Microsoft Partnership

HoloLens integration:

First HoloLens Customization Program partner
Industrial application expertise
Safety certification collaboration
Enterprise market focus

XR10 with HoloLens 1

First generation:

Original XR10 with HoloLens 1
Industrial hard hat integration
Safety certification achieved
Market validation

2019 HoloLens 2 Upgrade

Current generation:

HoloLens 2 integration
Improved specifications
Enhanced hand tracking
Better FOV and comfort

Design Philosophy

Safety-First Design

Industrial priority:

OSHA compliance mandatory
ANSI certification required
Worker protection first
Regulatory adherence

PPE Integration

Equipment combination:

Hard hat + AR headset
Unified system
No separate components
Worksite-ready

Harsh Environment

Industrial durability:

Dust resistance
Loud noise compatibility
Outdoor operation
Temperature tolerance

Flip-Up Visor

Quick transition:

AR to reality toggle
No helmet removal
Rapid switching
Practical operation

Display Technology

Laser Beam Scanning

Display system:

Type: 2× LBS displays
Waveguide optics
See-through holographic
Direct retinal projection

Resolution

Display specifications:

Per eye: 1440 × 936
Combined: 2K per eye
PPD: 47 pixels per degree
Clear holographic imagery

Field of View

Visual coverage:

Diagonal: 43°
Horizontal: 43°
Vertical: 29°
Improved over HoloLens 1

Processing

Snapdragon 850

Processor specifications:

Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 850
Architecture: ARM-based
Performance: Compute-class mobile
Windows optimized

Holographic Processing Unit

Custom silicon:

HPU: Microsoft HPU 2.0
Deep neural network accelerator
Real-time tracking processing
AI inference engine

Memory

System resources:

RAM: 4GB
Storage: 64GB UFS 2.1
Application capacity
Enterprise software support

Tracking System

6DoF Inside-Out

Spatial tracking:

Four visible light cameras
Two IR cameras
Head position/orientation
Environment mapping

Eye Tracking

Gaze detection:

Eye-based interaction
Auto IPD adjustment
Hands-free navigation
Attention monitoring

Hand Tracking

Gesture input:

10-finger articulated
Natural interaction
No controllers needed
Glove-compatible

Depth Sensing

Spatial understanding:

1MP Time-of-Flight sensor
Real-time depth mapping
Object detection
Surface understanding

Audio System

5-Microphone Array

Voice input:

Microphones: 5
Voice commands
Far-field audio capture
Noise environment handling

Bone-Conduction Speakers

Audio output:

Bone-conduction technology
Ear-free audio
Environmental awareness
2-way communication
Hearing protection compatible

Physical Design

Hard Hat Form Factor

Industrial design:

Standard hard hat size
Familiar PPE form
Worker acceptance
Existing equipment compatibility

Weight

System weight:

Total weight: ~1.1 kg
Distributed load
Comfort optimized
All-day wearability

Flip-Up Mechanism

Visor design:

HoloLens flips up
Quick reality access
Stable positions
Easy transition

PPE Compatibility

Accessory support:

Hard hat mounting accessories
Safety glasses compatible
Hearing protection compatible
Face shield options

Safety Certifications

OSHA Compliance

US standard:

OSHA safety requirements
Workplace legal compliance
Construction site approved
Industrial facility certified

ANSI Z89.1

Hard hat certification:

Type: 1
Class: E (Electrical)
Impact protection
Electrical hazard rating

CSA Z94.1-15

Canadian standard:

Type: 1
Class: E
Canadian compliance
International recognition

Intrinsic Safety

Hazardous environments:

Only intrinsically safe hardhat HoloLens
Oil & gas approved
Chemical plant use
Explosive atmosphere consideration

Connectivity

Wireless

Network capabilities:

WiFi: 802.11ac (2×2)
Bluetooth: 5.0
Enterprise network ready
Remote connectivity

USB-C

Wired connection:

USB Type-C port
Charging
Data transfer
Accessory connection

Battery

Battery Life

Power specifications:

Active use: 2-3 hours
Standby: Extended
Industrial work duration
Shift-friendly with charging

Charging

Power system:

USB-C Power Delivery
Fast charging
Break-time refresh
Portable charging options

Software Ecosystem

Trimble Connect for HoloLens

Primary application:

3D model viewing
BIM coordination
Design review
Field verification

Supported File Formats

CAD compatibility:

.SKP: SketchUp
.IFC: Industry Foundation Classes
.RVT: Revit
.DWG: AutoCAD
.DXF: Drawing Exchange Format

Microsoft Dynamics 365

Enterprise integration:

Remote Assist
Guides
Enterprise platform
IT management

Enterprise Applications

Construction

Building industry:

BIM model overlay
Progress verification
Quality inspection
Clash detection

Oil & Gas

Energy sector:

Equipment inspection
Maintenance procedures
Remote expert support
Safety-controlled areas

Manufacturing

Production:

Assembly instructions
Quality control
Training delivery
Process verification

Utilities

Infrastructure:

Field service
Asset inspection
Work order guidance
Documentation

Use Cases

3D Model Overlay

Visualization:

BIM on jobsite
Design-to-reality comparison
Spatial understanding
Construction verification

Remote Expert

Support capability:

Video call assistance
See-what-I-see
Expert annotation
Knowledge transfer

Work Instructions

Guided procedures:

Step-by-step guidance
Hands-free viewing
Procedure compliance
Error reduction

Quality Inspection

Verification:

Checklist overlay
Photo documentation
Issue annotation
As-built capture

Comparison with Industrial AR

Feature	Trimble XR10	HoloLens 2 Standalone	RealWear HMT-1	DAQRI Smart Helmet
Type	Hard hat + AR	AR headset	Head-mounted	Hard hat + AR
Display	Waveguide	Waveguide	Monocular LCD	Face shield
FOV	43°	52°	~20°	Wide
Hand Tracking	Yes (10-finger)	Yes (10-finger)	No	No
Hard Hat	Integrated	No	Clip-on	Integrated
OSHA Compliant	Yes	No	Mount-dependent	Yes
Processor	Snapdragon 850	Snapdragon 850	Snapdragon 625	Intel Core m7
Price	$4,750	$3,500	~$2,500	$15,000 (defunct)
Status	Active	Active	Active	Defunct

Strengths and Limitations

Strengths

OSHA/ANSI/CSA certified hard hat integration
Full HoloLens 2 capabilities
10-finger articulated hand tracking
Eye tracking for hands-free operation
5-microphone array + bone-conduction audio
Flip-up visor design
Only intrinsically safe hardhat HoloLens
Trimble Connect BIM software
Multiple CAD format support
Industrial environment durability

Limitations

$4,750 enterprise price point
~1.1 kg system weight
2-3 hour battery life
43° limited FOV (HoloLens 2 limitation)
WiFi-dependent for some features
Learning curve for workers
Requires IT infrastructure
Hot weather comfort challenges
Limited to HoloLens 2 ecosystem

Technical Specifications Summary

Specification	Details
Type	Industrial AR hard hat
Base System	Microsoft HoloLens 2
Processor	Qualcomm Snapdragon 850
HPU	Microsoft HPU 2.0
Display	2× LBS waveguide
Resolution	1440 × 936 per eye
FOV	43° diagonal
Hand Tracking	10-finger articulated
Eye Tracking	Yes
Audio	5-mic array, bone-conduction
Battery	2-3 hours active
Weight	~1.1 kg
Certifications	OSHA, ANSI Z89.1, CSA Z94.1-15
Price	$4,750

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