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What Wearable Augmented Reality Can Do for You

Bruce H. Thomas, Christian Sandor

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Abstract

This paper focuses on the present and near-future possibilities and technologies for wearable augmented reality. The paper provides an overview of the concept of wearable augmented reality and describes a current state-of-the-art system Tinmith. a number of benefits are presented, such as in situ information presentation, hands-free operation, ability to multitask, and navigation aides. The following five major application domains are examined as a means of highlighting the effectiveness of this technology: consumer help, entertainment, manufacturing, medicine, and navigation. The article provides some insights into technological hurdles yet to be overcome.
Original languageEnglish
Article number4814931
Pages (from-to)8-11
JournalIEEE Pervasive Computing
Volume8
Issue number2
Online published17 Apr 2009
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Apr 2009
Externally publishedYes

Research Keywords

  • Computer System Implementation: Wearable Computers
  • Information Interfaces and Representation (HCl): Artificial
  • augmented
  • and virtual realities

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