Randy Kolset's List: Augmented Reality/ 3D

While Lawnmower Man may have led us to believe the future was a virtual one, it seems that in fact augmented reality (the overlaying of digital data on the real world) is where we're headed.\n\n

A lot of excitement has been building around a category of iPhone and Android apps, most of which have yet to be approved or released. They are known as augmented reality apps.

3d Cover of popular science to show example of augmented reality

Creating tags for information to be distributed

"The ability to overlay computer graphics onto the real world is commonly called Augmented Reality (AR). Unlike immersive Virtual Reality, AR interfaces allow users to see the real world at the same time as virtual imagery attached to real locations and objects. In an AR interface, the user views the world through a handheld or head mounted display (HMD) that is either see-through or overlays graphics on video of the surrounding environment. AR interfaces enhance the real world experience, unlike other computer interfaces that draw users away from the real world and onto the screen. "

"Welcome to ZooBurst!\n\nZooBurst is a digital storytelling tool that is designed to let anyone easily create their own customized 3D pop-up books. Click on some of the pictures below to check out books created by members of the ZooBurst community. If you have a username and password you can log in and create your own books using the 'Login' link at the top right side of the screen."

information on augmented reality with google sketechup

Video: GM Turning Car Windshields into Augmented-Reality Navigation Displays

It is no secret that students of today live in a multimedia world where they use video as their primary form of engagement and communication. Teachers and administrators are looking for ways to present information to students that will not only spark their interest, but also encourage them to explore a subject more thoroughly. Meaningful exploration usually means deeper understanding, which translates into higher student achievement, whether measured via standardized tests or an increased graduation rate.

The advent of affordable 3D technology promises to bring into reality the dream of fully engaged students. Are you ready?

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EON Reality, Inc. is the world’s leading interactive 3D solutions provider for business and education based on Virtual Reality technology. It’s powerful break through interactive 3D collaborative technology enables users to experience more by revolutionizing the way companies leverage their digital assets and communicate. [ learn more ]

With EON’s software tools and applications including Interactive 3D Virtual Meeting, Customer Interaction Management, Simulation Based Learning and Immersive 3D solutions users are able to create realistic authentic product experiences anytime, anywhere. EON delivers versatile productivity to the energy, aerospace/defense, education, government, industrial and medical sectors. Industry leaders and academic institutions use EON’s solutions to increase sales, better communicate product functionality, decrease cost of training and travel less by facilitating rich 3D communication over distance."

"The World’s First Visual Browser, bringing the physical and virtual worlds together.

Aurasma is a free app that lets you discover, create and share amazing virtual content, integrated into the real world. "

"With SmashCards, words are built in real time as letters are moved by the child. Instant visual feedback leads to more rapid reading. "

"Educators traveling to the Florida Educational Technology Conference 2011 in Orlando the first week of February were exposed to some mind-boggling new technology— education’s first curriculum featuring “augmented reality” (AR). Pioneered by Logical Choice Technologies, Letters alive™ brings a kingdom of 26 “seemingly-alive” digital 3D animals into classrooms with the ultimate goal of teaching children to read at the kindergarten level."

"This video provides background on Augmented Reality in general and HARP in particular, including description of the project research, curricula design process, and results."