Related Technology

Overview

Augmented reality (AR) is a subset or alternative form of virtual reality, where computer-"augmented" elements are superimposed on a live view of the real world.

Comparison

VR

  • Utilizes headset that obscures real surroundings, using a "360" display to render everything instead

  • More processor-demanding (having to render everything)

AR

  • Utilizes a variety of devices, including glasses-like headsets or smartphones, and renders that instead

  • Uses camera-based surface tracking to place elements

Available Software and Review

List of AR softwares

Comparative Analysis

Best AR review

Past and Future of Related Technologies

Past

Future:

Google Earth VR vs Open Street Map VR

  • Detailed my justification for working with these two softwares

  • Investigated using both softwares for overlaying geospatial data on top of the maps

  • Described findings of research project, and why using overlays would be beneficial

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