Augmented and Virtual Reality by https://padlet.com/t0286006/ARandVR A guide to augmented and virtual reality by Abdurafay Choudhry (T0294114), Dustin Sumartlie (T0286006), Jimmy Jude (T0286851), Weiyi Zhu (T0265573), and Yu Hong Chan (T0292656) en-us 2021-01-09 02:24:38 UTC 2023-10-03 15:23:22 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f47e.png Our interaction towards technology. TED t0294114 https://padlet.com/t0286006/ARandVR/wish/1071744357 Rapien (2018) claims that our interactions with technology is changing rapidly, as we no longer limited to the screens.
David Rapien walks us through the history and differences of Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality and looks towards the future options of these technologies in life, business and education.

Reference:
Rapien, D. (2018, February).
Augmented Reality and the Future of Learning and Business [video file].
https://www.ted.com/talks/david_rapien_augmented_reality_and_the_future_of_learning_and_business
[Accessed 11 January 2021].]]> 2021-01-10 17:15:59 UTC https://padlet.com/t0286006/ARandVR/wish/1071744357 Is AR and VR only used for gaming and entertainment purposes? CNBC t0294114 https://padlet.com/t0286006/ARandVR/wish/1072103919 Here is a short, to the point youtube video demonstrating the significance of VR headset used for training purposes.

Reference:
CNBC. (21 January 2019).

Why Microsoft Uses Virtual Reality Headsets To Train Workers. [Video file]. YouTube.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rnk_akgSjqg&feature=emb_title
[Accessed 11 January 2021].

]]> 2021-01-10 20:42:54 UTC https://padlet.com/t0286006/ARandVR/wish/1072103919 Augmented Reality Comes to the Workplace (SHRM) t0294114 https://padlet.com/t0286006/ARandVR/wish/1072115188 A detailed overview of AR consisting of subtopics:

Dual Realities
AR Goes to Work
Keeping Workplaces Safe
Reducing the Skills Gap
Reducing the Skills Gap
AR for All

Reference:
Kroc, N. (2017, December 2020). Augmented Reality Comes to the Workplace [online]. SHRM.
https://www.shrm.org/hr-today/news/hr-magazine/1017/pages/augmented-reality-comes-to-the-workplace.aspx
[Accessed 11 January 2021].

]]> 2021-01-10 20:50:59 UTC https://padlet.com/t0286006/ARandVR/wish/1072115188 Are VR flight simulators the future of pilot training? (Air Charter Service) t0294114 https://padlet.com/t0286006/ARandVR/wish/1072131719 A good overview of how VR is impacting pilot students.

Reference:
Air Charter Service (2019, September 10). Are VR flight simulators the future of pilot training? [online]. Air Charter Service.
https://www.aircharterservice.com/about-us/news-features/blog/are-vr-flight-simulators-the-future-of-pilot-training
[Accessed 10 January 2021].]]> 2021-01-10 21:03:42 UTC https://padlet.com/t0286006/ARandVR/wish/1072131719 Introduction t0286006 https://padlet.com/t0286006/ARandVR/wish/1073401846 2021-01-11 10:43:56 UTC https://padlet.com/t0286006/ARandVR/wish/1073401846 What is Augmented Reality? (Business Insider) t0286006 https://padlet.com/t0286006/ARandVR/wish/1073403817 This is a good introduction to augmented reality (AR), covering what it is and giving a brief overview of its potential applications.

References:
Johnson, D. (2020, December 5). What is augmented reality? Here's what you need to know about the 3D technology [online]. Business Insider. https://www.businessinsider.com/what-is-augmented-reality?r=US&IR=T
[Accessed 10 January 2021].]]> 2021-01-11 10:44:28 UTC https://padlet.com/t0286006/ARandVR/wish/1073403817 What is Virtual Reality? (The Guardian) t0286006 https://padlet.com/t0286006/ARandVR/wish/1073408540 This is a good introduction to virtual reality (VR), covering what it is, and giving an overview of its potential applications. This article mostly focuses on gaming, though it also gives a good overview on its usage in other fields.

References:
Dredge, S. (2016, November 10). The complete guide to virtual reality – everything you need to get started [online]. The Guardian.
https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2016/nov/10/virtual-reality-guide-headsets-apps-games-vr [Accessed 10 January 2021].]]> 2021-01-11 10:45:57 UTC https://padlet.com/t0286006/ARandVR/wish/1073408540 Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality, What's the Difference? (PCMag) t0286006 https://padlet.com/t0286006/ARandVR/wish/1073410920 This article covers in more detail the differences between AR and VR.

References:
Greenwald, W. (2018, July 20).

Augmented Reality (AR) vs. Virtual Reality (VR): What's the Difference? [online]. PCMag. https://sea.pcmag.com/consumer-electronics-reviews-ratings-comparisons/28460/augmented-reality-ar-vs-virtual-reality-vr-whats-the-difference

[Accessed 10 January 2021].

]]> 2021-01-11 10:46:46 UTC https://padlet.com/t0286006/ARandVR/wish/1073410920 Applications of VR and AR t0286851 https://padlet.com/t0286006/ARandVR/wish/1073418996 2021-01-11 10:49:33 UTC https://padlet.com/t0286006/ARandVR/wish/1073418996 9 Amazing uses for VR and AR in College classrooms t0286851 https://padlet.com/t0286006/ARandVR/wish/1073436830 This shows how VR and AR are being utilized in colleges and how these technologies are aiding both teachers and students and evolving the learning enviornment.

References:
Schaffhauser, D. (2019, May 15)
9 Amazing Uses for VR and AR in college [online].
https://campustechnology.com/articles/2019/05/15/9-amazing-uses-for-vr-and-ar-in-college-classrooms.aspx
[Accessed 11 January 2021].]]> 2021-01-11 10:55:05 UTC https://padlet.com/t0286006/ARandVR/wish/1073436830 START RESEARCH HERE t0286006 https://padlet.com/t0286006/ARandVR/wish/1073445206 These are useful sites to understand the main point of our presentation, giving you a basic overview of what augmented and virtual reality is, as well as the differences of the two]]> 2021-01-11 10:57:56 UTC https://padlet.com/t0286006/ARandVR/wish/1073445206 Video Sources t0294114 https://padlet.com/t0286006/ARandVR/wish/1073526337 2021-01-11 11:26:28 UTC https://padlet.com/t0286006/ARandVR/wish/1073526337 REVIEW OF THE USES t0286851 https://padlet.com/t0286006/ARandVR/wish/1073554706 These are useful in demonstrating how virtual reality and augmented reality are being applied to various aspect of our lives.]]> 2021-01-11 11:36:43 UTC https://padlet.com/t0286006/ARandVR/wish/1073554706 AR and VR are Revolutionizing Soft Skills Training (HRTechnologist) t0294114 https://padlet.com/t0286006/ARandVR/wish/1073582705 This article talks about how AR and VR are the need of soft skills training in contrast to its benefits and function.

Reference:
Basumallick, C. (2019, April 22). How AR and VR are revolutionizing soft skills training [online]. HRTechnologist.
https://www.hrtechnologist.com/articles/learning-development/how-ar-and-vr-are-revolutionizing-soft-skills-training-in-2019/
[Accessed 10 January 2021].]]> 2021-01-11 11:47:05 UTC https://padlet.com/t0286006/ARandVR/wish/1073582705 Advantages of VR and AR t0294114 https://padlet.com/t0286006/ARandVR/wish/1073593042 2021-01-11 11:50:58 UTC https://padlet.com/t0286006/ARandVR/wish/1073593042 More real life applications of VR and AR (Jasoren) t0265573 https://padlet.com/t0286006/ARandVR/wish/1073600612 This article delves into more detail on several existing real life applications of VR, as well as having some insight on investing and business within the AR and VR industry.

Reference:
Morozova, A. (2019). Virtual Reality for the Entertainment Market: All You Need to Know to Make Investment Decisions [online].
https://jasoren.com/virtual-reality-for-the-entertainment/
[Accessed 12 January 2021].

]]> 2021-01-11 11:53:57 UTC https://padlet.com/t0286006/ARandVR/wish/1073600612 Benefits of VR and AR (Jasoren) t0265573 https://padlet.com/t0286006/ARandVR/wish/1073602310 This article talks about the benefits of using AR and VR, in places like theme parks, gyms, and museums.

Reference
Jasoren (2019). Entertainment [online].
https://jasoren.com/entertainment
[Accessed 13 January 2021].

]]> 2021-01-11 11:54:39 UTC https://padlet.com/t0286006/ARandVR/wish/1073602310 Uses t0294114 https://padlet.com/t0286006/ARandVR/wish/1073606832 AR and VR has been significantly used in industries to provide professional real-life training for various professions.]]> 2021-01-11 11:56:28 UTC https://padlet.com/t0286006/ARandVR/wish/1073606832 How VR and AR can be applied to scenarios (Wondershare) t0265573 https://padlet.com/t0286006/ARandVR/wish/1073607243 Video Games
New way of detecting a person’s presence in a game is bio-sensing. These are small sensors which are attached to a data glove, suit or even the body and record movements made by that person in a 3D space.
Virtual Museums
Use of virtual reality in museum and historical settings e.g. visitor centers, interactive exhibitions. Interactive displays form a large part of many exhibitions and particularly appeal to children.

Reference
Brown, L. (2020, December 23). VR Application in Entertainment [online].

https://filmora.wondershare.com/vir tual-reality/virtual-reality-use-in-entertainment.html
[Accessed 13 January 2021].

]]> 2021-01-11 11:56:38 UTC https://padlet.com/t0286006/ARandVR/wish/1073607243 Real life use of VR and AR (SmartTek) t0265573 https://padlet.com/t0286006/ARandVR/wish/1073611293 This article links to several uses of AR and VR technology in real life, such as in theatre (immersive virtual production of Sleep No More in New York), museums (Virtual gallery of British Museum), and music (Performances by, among others, Imagine Dragons and U2)

Reference
SmartTek (2019). Personal protective equipment training for healthcare: how to make it more efficient? [online].
https://smartteksas.com/ar-vr-entertainment-industry-five-practical-uses
[Accessed 10 January 2021].]]> 2021-01-11 11:58:14 UTC https://padlet.com/t0286006/ARandVR/wish/1073611293 VR and AR in Entertainment t0265573 https://padlet.com/t0286006/ARandVR/wish/1073626198 2021-01-11 12:04:07 UTC https://padlet.com/t0286006/ARandVR/wish/1073626198 Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality: Empowering Human, Place and Business (eBook - NTU) t0286006 https://padlet.com/t0286006/ARandVR/wish/1081752674 This book discusses several real life implementations of AR and VR in various businesses, in fields such as tourism, retail, marketing, healthcare, design, industry, and more.

https://ebookcentral.proquest.com/lib/ntuuk/detail.action?docID=5024580#

References:
Jung, T. & Dieck, M. C. T. (Eds.). (2017). Augmented reality and virtual reality : Empowering human, place and business. ProQuest Ebook Central.
https://ebookcentral.proquest.com
[Accessed 12 January 2021].]]> 2021-01-13 06:57:05 UTC https://padlet.com/t0286006/ARandVR/wish/1081752674 Virtual Reality Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report (Grand View Research) t0286006 https://padlet.com/t0286006/ARandVR/wish/1081892312 This is the report summary of a research on virtual reality market, which gives an insight to the impact of VR through economic terms.

References:
Grand View Research. (June 2020).

Virtual Reality Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Device (HMD, GTD), By Technology (Semi & Fully Immersive, Non-immersive), By Component, By Application, By Region, And Segment Forecasts, 2020 - 2027. https://www.grandviewresearch.com/industry-analysis/virtual-reality-vr-market

[Accessed 12 January 2021].

]]> 2021-01-13 07:52:07 UTC https://padlet.com/t0286006/ARandVR/wish/1081892312 Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality: Myths and Realities (eBook - NTU) t0286006 https://padlet.com/t0286006/ARandVR/wish/1082210383 This book gives an in-depth look about the development of AR and VR, as well as looking to the future to predict future growth and development to the technology.

https://ebookcentral.proquest.com/lib/ntuuk/detail.action?docID=5323668#

References:
Arnaldi, B., Guitton, P. & Moreau, G. (Eds.). (2018). Virtual reality and augmented reality : Myths and realities. ProQuest Ebook Central. https://ebookcentral.proquest.com
[Accessed 12 January 2021].]]> 2021-01-13 09:35:18 UTC https://padlet.com/t0286006/ARandVR/wish/1082210383 Virtual Taste and Smell Technologies for Multisensory Internet and Virtual Reality (eBook - NTU) t0286006 https://padlet.com/t0286006/ARandVR/wish/1082825531 This book talks about a potential application of virtual reality in replicating taste, smell, and sensory input through virtual technology. While the technology available is far from achieving this, this presents an interesting concept for the future of VR.

References:
Cheok, A. D. & Karunanayaka, K. (2018). Virtual Taste and Smell Technologies for Multisensory Internet and Virtual Reality. Springer. https://link-springer-com.ntu.idm.oclc.org/book/10.1007%2F978-3-319-73864-2#about
[Accessed 13 January 2021].]]> 2021-01-13 13:14:59 UTC https://padlet.com/t0286006/ARandVR/wish/1082825531 Virtual, Augmented Reality and Serious Games for Healthcare 1 (eBook - NTU) t0286006 https://padlet.com/t0286006/ARandVR/wish/1082878567 This book examines the possibilities and current usage of AR and VR in the field of healthcare.

https://ebookcentral.proquest.com/lib/ntuuk/detail.action?docID=1731287#

References:
Ma, M., Jain, L. C. & Anderson, P. (Eds.). (2014). Virtual, augmented reality and serious games for healthcare 1. ProQuest Ebook Central https://ebookcentral.proquest.com
[Accessed 13 January 2021].]]> 2021-01-13 13:29:59 UTC https://padlet.com/t0286006/ARandVR/wish/1082878567 Transforming Virtual World Learning (eBook - NTU) t0286006 https://padlet.com/t0286006/ARandVR/wish/1082888823 This book discusses a virtual approach to learning and education, through 3D virtual learning.

https://ebookcentral.proquest.com/lib/ntuuk/detail.action?docID=825130#

References:
Hinrichs, R. (Ed.). (2011). Transforming virtual world learning. ProQuest Ebook Central https://ebookcentral.proquest.com
[Accessed 13 January 2021].]]> 2021-01-13 13:32:53 UTC https://padlet.com/t0286006/ARandVR/wish/1082888823 Quiz Questions t0294114 https://padlet.com/t0286006/ARandVR/wish/1082927078 1. Flight simulators have been used to train pilots for how many years?
Hint - Are VR flight simulators the future of pilot training? Air Charter Service website.

2. By 2022, what is/ how much the projection predicted by market forecast spending on AR and VR for training?
Hint - Is AR and VR only used for gaming and entertainment purposes? (CNBC, YouTube).

3. The global VR market is dominated by commercial usage, with how many percentage of the market share?
Hint - Virtual Reality Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report (Grand View Research) and PPT

4. The term '360' and 'virtual reality' are often used interchangably, but there are in fact key differences. What is the difference between '360' and 'virtual reality'?
Hint - The Guardian's complete guide to virtual reality

5. VR and AR has been used in real life for entertainment purposes, such as in theatres and museums. Give an example of this real world usage.
Hint - SmartTek article on real life usage of VR and AR

6. What are the benefits of VR and AR when used in theme parks?
Hint - Jasoren article on benefits of VR and AR

7. With regards to improving Virtual technology, what is a common problem with today's headset that limit the user? (Please type in 2 answers)
Hint - Paris Innovation Review article

8. Outline one advantage that technology may in construction and why it may proof to be helpful for planning.
Hint - PBS Today article on VR in construction]]> 2021-01-13 13:42:20 UTC https://padlet.com/t0286006/ARandVR/wish/1082927078 t0286851 https://padlet.com/t0286006/ARandVR/wish/1083145520 VR and AR technologies are also being applied to the entertainment section, Video games being a rising trend with VR and AR of late. however various entertainment industries are also evolving]]> 2021-01-13 14:29:54 UTC https://padlet.com/t0286006/ARandVR/wish/1083145520 Further reading t0286006 https://padlet.com/t0286006/ARandVR/wish/1086573281 2021-01-14 10:34:29 UTC https://padlet.com/t0286006/ARandVR/wish/1086573281 Future Developments of VR and AR t0286851 https://padlet.com/t0286006/ARandVR/wish/1086578011 2021-01-14 10:36:13 UTC https://padlet.com/t0286006/ARandVR/wish/1086578011 Proposed ideas t0286851 https://padlet.com/t0286006/ARandVR/wish/1086593016 While Virtual and augmented realities are a big step for us, there is still much more that can be done in terms to enhance and evolve these techologies]]> 2021-01-14 10:41:52 UTC https://padlet.com/t0286006/ARandVR/wish/1086593016 What to expect of VR in the next 20 years (Paris Innovation Review) t0286851 https://padlet.com/t0286006/ARandVR/wish/1086596006 This article goes into various areas in how to improve virtual technologies. Ranging from improving hardware to making the experience feel more authentic

References:
Fuchs, P. (2018, April 9).

Virtual reality: what to expect in the next 20 years? [online]

http://parisinnovationreview.com/articles-en/virtual-reality-what-to-expect-in-the-next-20-years
[Accessed 12 January 2021].

]]> 2021-01-14 10:42:59 UTC https://padlet.com/t0286006/ARandVR/wish/1086596006 Virtual reality Building: Is VR the future of construction? (PBC Today) t0286851 https://padlet.com/t0286006/ARandVR/wish/1086607594 This article outlines how with the use of VR and AR planning and setting up a construction job would proof to be more beneficial today as to planning now days. It outlines the new perspectives that VR planning may bring to the table when designing and how it may help.

Reference:
Simpkins, T. (2019, May 29). Virtual reality Building: Is VR the future of construction? [online]
https://www.pbctoday.co.uk/news/planning-construction-news/vr-in-construction/57709/
[Accessed 13 January 2021].]]> 2021-01-14 10:47:22 UTC https://padlet.com/t0286006/ARandVR/wish/1086607594 Augmented and Virtual Reality (PPT) t0286006 https://padlet.com/t0286006/ARandVR/wish/1086758580 2021-01-14 11:46:58 UTC https://padlet.com/t0286006/ARandVR/wish/1086758580 Done with the quiz? Check your answers here. t0286006 https://padlet.com/t0286006/ARandVR/wish/1086833944 2021-01-14 12:18:35 UTC https://padlet.com/t0286006/ARandVR/wish/1086833944