Use of an Artificial / Virtual Reality system (including perhaps VR Headset or VR glasses) to project/overlay into/onto physical reality perspective images (2-D/3-D type) which are then inserted into, or overlaid onto, the visual world (sometimes named Augmented Reality or Mixed Reality).
Augmented perspective is another name for Augmented Reality perspective. A type of instrument perspective that produces a combined/mixed synthetic perspective (natural plus artificial view/image) and possibly blended (multi-scene) artificial view of the real world—physical world—with an overlay of digital 3-D visual elements.
Relates to Mixed Reality (MR): being a view of the physical world—with an overlay of digital elements where physical and digital elements can merge/interact.
Augmented Reality Perspective
Augmented Reality perspective is a type of computer-generated Virtual Reality perspective that overlays additional visual perspective image elements (components of visual transformation) onto a physical scene in real time. The result is a type of synthetic, mixed, combined, and possibly blended, or enhanced visual perspective (2nd type).
Often, the generated visual elements augment images of natural objects present in the visual scene (ref. name tagging of objects, informational text, hyperlinks to product offers, or GPS data insertions, etc).
Key Aspects of Augmented Reality
- Real-time Interaction with physical and digital elements.
- Environmental Mapping for accurate virtual object placement.
- Accessible via smartphones, tablets, and smart glasses.
Augmented Reality Camera
An Augmented Reality (AR) camera uses specialised software to analyse what it sees and overlay virtual information on the visual appearance of the physical world. AR cameras can be found in smartphones and other devices.
Features
- Captures an image of the physical world
- AR software analyses the image
- Overlays virtual information on the image
- The user sees the physical world and virtual information simultaneously
Applications
- Can enhance natural environments and situations
- Can help users visualise things that would be difficult to see otherwise
- Can be used in many areas, including work, learning, play, and shopping
Examples
- Smartphone cameras can be used for AR
- Marine cameras may have AR capabilities
- Virtual camera systems can be used to create an AR effect (games, flight simulators, etc)
Augmented Reality Headset
Augmented Reality (AR) headsets are VR headsets that enable the user to see and interact with the outside world. Examples of AR headsets include the Apple Vision Pro and Meta Quest 3.
Augmented Reality Projector
An AR projector is a device that projects images onto 3-D objects in a physical space to create augmented reality (AR). AR projectors are similar to regular projectors, but they need to be smaller and more efficient. It is also known as spatial augmented reality (SAR) or video mapping projector.
While traditional projection displays visuals on flat surfaces (walls, screens, etc.), AR projectors can overlay customised light and sound projects onto real objects and buildings of any size.
Working principles
- AR projectors use a fixed projector to overlay images onto objects in a physical space.
- The images are displayed to the user via AR wearables, such as smart glasses.
- The projector acts as a light source, and the AR wearables transfer the image to the eyes.
Applications
- Art: AR projectors can project images onto surfaces, scale and stylise artwork, and paint murals.
- Signage: Can be used to create branded signage.
- Healthcare: Medical training and surgery.
Projection Mapping
Yet another form of instrument perspective illusion is projection mapping, similar to ‘Mixed Reality’ techniques such as video mapping and spatial Augmented Reality. In this technique, real-world 2-D/ 3-D objects, often irregularly shaped, are sometimes used as a display surface for video projection (usually by rear or back-screen projection).
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