Augmented Reality Technology
Sisi Zlatanova · Research Repository (Delft University of Technology) · 2002
Augmented reality (AR) is a relatively new technology that allows mixing virtual with real world in different proportions to achieve a level of immersion that no virtual equipment can provide. Recent advances of computer and vision technology make possible AR systems to go beyond indoor applications (e.g. surgery and inspection of hazardous environments) to support complex analysis, decision-making and governing processes.This report investigates the current status of the AR systems, starting from available operational equipment and ending with the last achievements in the research field, in order to estimate the operational level and identify urgent topics for investigations.The overview concentrates on outdoor, wireless systems (approaches, devices, solutions) providing users with geo-data.The report is organised in seven chapters that supply definitions and important Internet links, discuss fundamental principles and equipment appropriate for outdoor AR systems, present current status of database management systems for real-time applications and review projects related to technology required in AR systems.This report has been prepared under the authority of SURFnet bv.