scholarly journals Book Review: Beyond Reality: Augmented, Virtual, and Mixed Reality in the Library

2020 ◽  
Vol 59 (2) ◽  
pp. 134
Author(s):  
Daniel G. Kipnis

As part of the democratization of information, libraries are expanding their offerings beyond knowledge-based resources into the realm of virtual reality. In Beyond Reality, Varnum produces nine unique chapters on augmented, virtual, and mixed realities (AR/VR/MR). Six of the chapters are university case studies, two are from public libraries, and the final chapter is from an intellectual property attorney. The selected case studies offer a variety of geographic locations and sizes, which will help match libraries considering pursuing AR/VR/MR programs.

2016 ◽  
Vol 8 (2) ◽  
pp. 60-68 ◽  
Author(s):  
Igor D.D. Curcio ◽  
Anna Dipace ◽  
Anita Norlund

Abstract The purpose of this article is to highlight the state of the art of virtual reality, augmented reality, mixed reality technologies and their applications in formal education. We also present a selected list of case studies that prove the utility of these technologies in the context of formal education. Furthermore, as byproduct, the mentioned case studies show also that, although the industry is able to develop very advanced virtual environment technologies, their pedagogical implications are strongly related to a well-designed theoretical framework.


Author(s):  
Sanjay Dhir ◽  
Swati Dhir

In the knowledge-based economy, creation, management, and dissemination of knowledge in an organized way will certainly enhance the innovative practices of companies in any country. This article has tried to explore the impact of various factors on innovation. Following a qualitative research methodology, the article has come up with 8 propositions and tried to build up the arguments in the real company's context in India by 3 case studies. The research has been able to provide necessary evidence of particular companies and tried to build arguments for the suggested propositions. The findings of the research article will certainly help academicians and practitioners to emphasize the intellectual property related laws of any country to enhance the innovation quotient of any country.


2021 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 63-70
Author(s):  
Afifah Marintan Nuriyana ◽  
Failasuf Herman Hendra ◽  
Sigit Hadi Laksono

Abstract. The high rate of the economy in Surabaya can affect the high level of employee workload and student learning load which results in the people of Surabaya becoming even busier. The higher the level of activity, the higher the stress level. The way to relieve stress is to play. The most popular types of games today are games with digital technology. These types of games are virtual reality games, augmented reality, mixed reality, motion sensors and neuro-gaming technology. To accommodate the needs of digital technology-based game play activities, so the construction for Games and Entertainment Facilities Based on Digital Technology in Surabaya as a recreational tourist spot that can relieve a person's stress. The research method used is descriptive research. Data collection techniques were obtained from the results of field case studies and literature case studies. The identification process produces data and information which is then analyzed. The analysis produces the required themes and concepts. The theme used is High Tech Architecture, which is a design that requires the use of the latest and latest technology in building facade materials and building structures. The concept used is Smart Building, which is a design that uses an automation technology system that can minimize the use of electricity to make it more energy efficient and environmentally friendly. This concept emphasizes security and security of building users. The smart building concept macro is divided into three micro concepts, namely layout, shape, and space. The micro layout concept used is responsive. The micro form concept used is expressive. Meanwhile, for the micro, the concept of space used is futuristic and efficient.Keywords: Games and Entertainment; High Tech Architecture; Smart Building. Abstrak. Tingginya laju perekonomian di Surabaya dapat mempengaruhi tingginya tingkat beban kerja para karyawan dan beban belajar para pelajar yang mengakibatkan masyarakat Surabaya menjadi semakin sibuk. Semakin tinggi tingkat kesibukan, maka semakin tinggi pula tingkat stress.  Cara untuk menghilangkan rasa stress adalah bermain. Jenis permainan paling populer saat ini adalah permainan berteknologi digital. Jenis permainan tersebut adalah permainan virtual reality, augmented reality, mixed reality, motion sensor dan neuro-gaming technology. Untuk mewadahi kebutuhan aktivitas bermain permainan berteknologi digital, maka dibangunnya Wahana Permainan dan Hiburan Berbasis Teknologi Digital di Surabaya sebagai tempat wisata rekreasi yang dapat menghilangkan rasa stress seseorang. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah penelitian deskriptif. Teknik pengumpulan data didapatkan dari hasil studi kasus lapangan dan studi kasus literatur. Proses identifikasi menghasilkan data dan informasi yang kemudian dianalisis. Analisis tersebut menghasilkan tema dan konsep yang dibutuhkan. Tema yang digunakan adalah Arsitektur High Tech yaitu suatu desain yang membutuhkan penggunaan teknologi terbaru dan mutakhir pada material fasad bangunan maupun struktur bangunan. Konsep yang digunakan adalah Bangunan Pintar yaitu suatu desain yang menggunakan sistem teknologi otomatisasi yang dapat meminimalisir penggunaan listrik agar lebih hemat energi dan ramah lingkungan. Konsep ini sagat mementingkan keamanan dan keyamanan pengguna bangunan. Makro konsep bangunan pintar dibagi menjadi tiga mikro konsep yaitu tatanan lahan, bentuk, dan ruang. Mikro konsep tatanan lahan yang digunakan adalah responsif. Mikro konsep bentuk yang digunakan adalah ekspresif. Sedangkan, untuk mikro konsep ruang yang digunakan adalah futuristik dan efisien. Kata Kunci: Wahana Permainan dan Hiburan; Arsitektur High Tech; Bangunan Pintar.


2017 ◽  
Vol 8 (4) ◽  
pp. 64-73 ◽  
Author(s):  
Filip Górski

Abstract The paper presents a novel methodology of building industrial Virtual Reality applications with use of a knowledge-based approach. Virtual Reality is becoming more and more wide-spread in engineering applications. However, most solutions are immediate and not flexible, especially in maintenance. Traditional way of programming VR applications makes all the knowledge about a product or a process hard-coded, effectively losing access to it from the outside of the programming software. Besides, making new solutions without any methodology whatsoever makes the process longer and less effective. The author proposes to use general rules of available Knowledge Engineering methodologies in order to make the process of building VR applications more effective and to ensure their flexibility and access to stored knowledge, even after an application is deployed. The presented methodology is supported with practical case studies.


IEE Review ◽  
1988 ◽  
Vol 34 (1) ◽  
pp. 36
Author(s):  
S.H. Lavington

Author(s):  
S Leinster-Evans ◽  
J Newell ◽  
S Luck

This paper looks to expand on the INEC 2016 paper ‘The future role of virtual reality within warship support solutions for the Queen Elizabeth Class aircraft carriers’ presented by Ross Basketter, Craig Birchmore and Abbi Fisher from BAE Systems in May 2016 and the EAAW VII paper ‘Testing the boundaries of virtual reality within ship support’ presented by John Newell from BAE Systems and Simon Luck from BMT DSL in June 2017. BAE Systems and BMT have developed a 3D walkthrough training system that supports the teams working closely with the QEC Aircraft Carriers in Portsmouth and this work was presented at EAAW VII. Since then this work has been extended to demonstrate the art of the possible on Type 26. This latter piece of work is designed to explore the role of 3D immersive environments in the development and fielding of support and training solutions, across the range of support disciplines. The combined team are looking at how this digital thread leads from design of platforms, both surface and subsurface, through build into in-service support and training. This rich data and ways in which it could be used in the whole lifecycle of the ship, from design and development (used for spatial acceptance, HazID, etc) all the way through to operational support and maintenance (in conjunction with big data coming off from the ship coupled with digital tech docs for maintenance procedures) using constantly developing technologies such as 3D, Virtual Reality, Augmented Reality and Mixed Reality, will be proposed.  The drive towards gamification in the training environment to keep younger recruits interested and shortening course lengths will be explored. The paper develops the options and looks to how this technology can be used and where the value proposition lies. 


Author(s):  
Anthea Kraut

This chapter juxtaposes brief case studies of African American vernacular dancers from the first half of the twentieth century in order to reexamine the relationship between the ideology of intellectual property law and the traditions of jazz and tap dance, which rely heavily on improvisation. The examples of the blackface performer Johnny Hudgins, who claimed a copyright in his pantomime routine in the 1920s, and of Fred and Sledge, the class-act dance duo featured in the hit 1948 musical Kiss Me, Kate, whose choreography was copyrighted by the white modern dancer Hanya Holm, prompt a rethinking of the assumed opposition between the originality and fixity requirements of copyright law and the improvisatory ethos of jazz and tap dance. Ultimately, the chapter argues that whether claiming or disavowing uniqueness, embracing or resisting documentation, African American vernacular dancers were both advantaged and hampered by copyright law.


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