HARP: A framework for visuo-haptic augmented reality

Ulrich Eck; Christian Sandor

doi:10.1109/VR.2013.6549404

HARP: A framework for visuo-haptic augmented reality

Ulrich Eck
, Christian Sandor

Research output: Chapters, Conference Papers, Creative and Literary Works › RGC 32 - Refereed conference paper (with host publication) › peer-review

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Abstract

Visuo-Haptic Augmented Reality (VHAR) is a technology, which enables users to see and touch virtual objects. It poses unique problems to developers, including the need for precise augmentations, accurate colocation of haptic devices, and efficient processing of multiple, realtime sensor inputs to achieve low latency.

We have designed and implemented the software framework HARP, which addresses these issues and simplifies the creation of haptic-enabled Augmented Reality (AR) applications. It allows developers to compose their applications on a high level of abstraction and hides most of the complexity of VHAR.

Our contribution is the initial design and implementation of the framework, which we have validated in nine VHAR research projects ranging from simple interaction design to psychophysical experiments. We discuss limitations of our approach and future developments. These insights will be helpful to researchers and framework designers in the field of VHAR.

Original language	English
Title of host publication	IEEE Virtual Reality Conference 2013
Subtitle of host publication	Proceedings
Editors	Sabine Coquillart, Joseph J. LaViola Jr., Dieter Schmalstieg
Publisher	IEEE
Pages	145-146
ISBN (Electronic)	9781467347969
ISBN (Print)	9781467347952
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1109/VR.2013.6549404
Publication status	Published - Mar 2013
Externally published	Yes
Event	20th IEEE Virtual Reality Conference (VR 2013) - Orlando, FL, United States Duration: 16 Mar 2013 → 20 Mar 2013

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Name	Proceedings - IEEE Virtual Reality
ISSN (Print)	1087-8270
ISSN (Electronic)	2375-5334

Conference

Conference	20th IEEE Virtual Reality Conference (VR 2013)
Abbreviated title	VR 2013
Place	United States
City	Orlando, FL
Period	16/03/13 → 20/03/13

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SDG 9 Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure

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D.2.1O [Design]: Rapid Prototyping
D.3.2 [Language Classifications]: Python, C, C++
D.3.3 [Language Constructs and Features]: Frameworks
H.5.1. [Information Interfaces and Presentation]: Multimedia Information Systems-[Artificial, augmented and virtual realities]
H.5.2. [Information Interfaces and Presentation]: User Interfaces-[Haptic I/O]

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Eck, U & Sandor, C 2013, HARP: A framework for visuo-haptic augmented reality. in S Coquillart, JJ LaViola Jr. & D Schmalstieg (eds), IEEE Virtual Reality Conference 2013: Proceedings., 6549404, Proceedings - IEEE Virtual Reality, IEEE, pp. 145-146, 20th IEEE Virtual Reality Conference (VR 2013), Orlando, FL, United States, 16/03/13. https://doi.org/10.1109/VR.2013.6549404

HARP: A framework for visuo-haptic augmented reality. / Eck, Ulrich; Sandor, Christian.
IEEE Virtual Reality Conference 2013: Proceedings. ed. / Sabine Coquillart; Joseph J. LaViola Jr.; Dieter Schmalstieg. IEEE, 2013. p. 145-146 6549404 (Proceedings - IEEE Virtual Reality).

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