Research Directions for Cross Reality Interfaces

This is a guest lecture given by Mark Billinghurst at the University of Sydney on March 27th 2024. It discusses some future research directions for Augmented Reality.

This document discusses empathic computing and its relationship to the metaverse. It defines key elements of the metaverse like virtual worlds, augmented reality, mirror worlds, and lifelogging. Research on the metaverse is still fragmented across these areas. The document outlines a vision for empathic computing systems that allow sharing experiences, emotions, and environments through technologies like virtual reality, augmented reality, and sensor data. Examples are given of research projects exploring collaborative VR experiences and AR/VR systems for remote collaboration and communication. The goal is for technology to support more natural and implicit understanding between people.

The document discusses the potential benefits of immersive augmented reality (AR) for software engineering. It outlines how AR could help with software evolution, comprehension, and performance awareness by overcoming issues of 3D visualization on screens. The document presents preliminary frameworks for collaboration/communication, embodiment/mediated reality, mobility/multi-device usage, and pervasiveness/privacy in AR. It suggests AR may benefit requirements engineering, software design, implementation, DevOps, testing, and maintenance by leveraging aspects like collaboration, mobility, and pervasiveness.

Keynote speech given by Mark Billinghurst at the ISS 2022 conference. Presented on November 22nd, 2022. This keynote outlines some research opportunities in the Metaverse.

This document discusses the evolution of Mark Billinghurst's research evaluating mixed reality experiences over 25 years. It summarizes four of his key studies: 1) His 1995 study which used sketch maps to measure cognitive maps in virtual environments. It found maps correlated with orientation and different worlds produced different understanding. 2) His 1998 study of a collaborative AR/VR experience which found seeing a partner's body improved performance and AR was better than VR. 3) His 2003 study analyzing communication behaviors in colocated AR interfaces, finding gestures and speech were similar between face-to-face and AR conditions. 4) A 2018 meta-review analyzing 10 years of AR usability studies and opportunities to improve experiments

Final lecture from the COMP 4010 course on Virtual and Augmented Reality. This lecture was about Research Directions in Augmented Reality. Taught by Mark Billinghurst on November 1st 2016 at the University of South Australia

The final lecture in the 2021 COMP 4010 class on AR/VR. This lecture summarizes some more research directions and trends in AR and VR. This lecture was taught by Mark Billinghurst on November 2nd 2021 at the University of South Australia

COMP 4010 Lecture 7 on an Introduction to VR. This lecture was taught by Mark Billinghurst at the University of South Australia on September 8th 2022.

This document discusses how augmented and virtual reality technologies can be used to create more empathetic and collaborative experiences. It outlines trends in content capture, networking bandwidth, and natural interfaces that enable new types of shared experiences. Examples are presented of past and current AR/VR systems that allow remote users to share live video, 3D spaces, gestures, and physiological cues like gaze and expression. The document concludes that AR and VR are well-suited for developing empathetic computing applications by allowing users to understand, experience, and share perspectives and emotions.

Lecture 11 from the 2017 COMP 4010 course on AR and VR at the University of South Australia. This lecture was on AR applications and was taught by Mark Billinghurst on October 26th 2017.

This presentation was on Empathic Mixed Reality, which we applied Mixed Reality technology to Empathic Computing in our studies. We shared an overview of our research and selected findings. This talk was given at ETRI and KAIST in Daejeon, South Korea, on the 24th of May 2017.

COMP lecture 4 given by Bruce Thomas on August 16th 2017 at the University of South Australia about 3D User Interfaces for VR. Slides prepared by Mark Billinghurst.

Lecture 9 from a course on Mobile Based Augmented Reality Development taught by Mark Billinghurst and Zi Siang See on November 29th and 30th 2015 at Johor Bahru in Malaysia. This lecture describes principles for effective Interface Design for Mobile AR applications. Look for the other 9 lectures in the course.

COMP 4010 lecture on research directions in AR and VR, taught by Mark Billinghurst on November 2nd 2017 at the University of South Australia. This is the final lecture in the 2017 COMP 4010 course on AR and VR

The fifth lecture from the Augmented Reality Summer School taught by Mark Billinghurst at the University of South Australia, February 15th - 19th, 2016. This provides an overview of AR research directions.

Augmented Reality: An Evolution in Human-Computer Interaction This document discusses augmented reality (AR), which overlays digital information on the physical world. AR works by sensing the environment using cameras and sensors, augmenting it by identifying objects and context, and presenting additional information through displays. Common AR applications include mobile apps that provide information about objects by taking photos. The document also discusses how AR is used in education and training by bringing digital content into the real world through books, games and simulations. As AR systems expand, managing complex interactions and information across different tiers becomes important for scalability, interoperability and flexibility.

Two virtual reality, virtual worlds, games and simulation research workshops at the Colorado Technical University Doctoral Symposium July 12-13, 2017 hosted by Dr. Cynthia Calongne, aka Lyr Lobo in the Metaverse.

Keynote talk by Mark Billinghurst at the 9th XR-Metaverse conference in Busan, South Korea. The talk was given on May 20th, 2024. It talks about progress on achieving the Metaverse vision laid out in Neil Stephenson's book, Snowcrash.

Guest lecture given by Mark Billinghurst on some Human Factors aspects of designing AR/VR systems. Given on April 24th 2024.

These are slides from the Defence Industry event orgranized by the Australian Research Centre for Interactive and Virtual Environments (IVE). This was held on April 18th 2024, and showcased IVE research capabilities to the South Australian Defence industry.

Presentation given by Mark Billinghurst at the 2024 XR Spring Summer School on March 7 2024. This lecture talks about different evaluation methods that can be used for Social XR/AR/VR experiences.

Lecture 6 of the COMP 4010 course on AR/VR. This lecture is about designing AR systems. This was taught by Mark Billinghurst at the University of South Australia on September 1st 2022.

This document discusses various techniques for prototyping augmented reality interfaces, including sketching, storyboarding, wireframing, mockups, and video prototyping. Low-fidelity techniques like sketching and paper prototyping allow for rapid iteration and exploring interactions at early stages. Higher-fidelity techniques like interactive mockups and video prototypes communicate the look and feel of the final product and allow for user testing. A variety of tools are presented for different stages of prototyping, from sketching and interactive modeling in VR, to scene assembly using drag-and-drop tools, to final mockups using design software. Case studies demonstrate applying these techniques from initial concepts through to higher-fidelity prototypes. Overall the document

Lecture 4 in the 2022 COMP 4010 lecture series on AR/VR. This lecture is about AR Interaction techniques. This was taught by Mark Billinghurst at the University of South Australia in 2022.

This document discusses augmented reality technology and visual tracking methods. It covers how humans perceive reality through their senses like sight, hearing, touch, etc. and how virtual reality systems use input and output devices. There are different types of visual tracking including marker-based tracking using artificial markers, markerless tracking using natural features, and simultaneous localization and mapping which builds a model of the environment while tracking. Common tracking technologies involve optical, magnetic, ultrasonic, and inertial sensors. Optical tracking in augmented reality uses computer vision techniques like feature detection and matching.

Lecture 2 in the 2022 COMP 4010 Lecture series on AR/VR and XR. This lecture is about human perception for AR/VR/XR experiences. This was taught by Mark Billinghurst at the University of South Australia in 2022.

This document provides an introduction to extended reality technologies from Mark Billinghurst, the director of the Empathic Computing Lab at the University of South Australia. It outlines Billinghurst's background and research interests. It then provides an overview of the class, including assignments, equipment available, and the lecture schedule. The lecture schedule covers topics such as augmented reality, virtual reality, the metaverse, and the history of AR/VR.

This document discusses empathic computing and collaborative immersive analytics. It notes that while fields like scientific and information visualization are well established, little research has looked at collaborative visualization specifically. Collaborative immersive analytics combines mixed reality, visual analytics and computer-supported cooperative work. Empathic computing aims to develop systems that allow sharing experiences, emotions and perspectives using technologies like virtual and augmented reality with physiological sensors. Applying these concepts could enhance communication and understanding for collaborative immersive analytics tasks.

This document discusses how metaverse concepts can be applied to corporate learning and leadership development. It defines the metaverse and outlines its key components: virtual worlds, augmented reality, mirror worlds, and lifelogging. Traditional corporate learning is described as instructor-led, group-based, and discrete. The document proposes applying metaverse concepts like learning in the flow of work, just-in-time learning, and adaptive personalized learning. Specific applications explored are virtual reality for skills and soft skills training, augmented reality for hands-on training, lifelogging for adaptive training, and mirror worlds for capturing real-world tasks.

Lecture 12 in the COMP 4010 course on AR/VR. This lecture was about research directions in AR/VR and in particular display research. This was taught by Mark Billinghurst on September 26th 2021 at the University of South Australia.

Lecture 11 of the COMP 4010 class on Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality. This lecture is about VR applications and was taught by Mark Billinghurst on October 19th 2021 at the University of South Australia

Lecture 11 of the COMP 4010 class on Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality. This lecture is about VR applications and was taught by Mark Billinghurst on October 19th 2021 at the University of South Australia

Guest lecture on Grand Challenges for Mixed Reality. Taught by Mark Billinghurst on October 19th 2021 at the University of Canterbury

Lecture 10 in the COMP 4010 Lectures on AR/VR from the Univeristy of South Australia. This lecture is about VR Interface Design and Evaluating VR interfaces. Taught by Mark Billinghurst on October 12, 2021.

Lecture 9 of the COMP 4010 course in AR/VR from the University of South Australia. This was taught by Mark Billinghurst on October 5th, 2021. This lecture describes VR input devices, VR systems and rapid prototyping tools.

AREA talk given on Advanced Methods for User Evaluation in Enterprise AR on September 29th 2021 by Mark Billinghurst.

Is your patent a vanity piece of paper for your office wall? Or is it a reliable, defendable, assertable, property right? The difference is often quality. Is your patent simply a transactional cost and a large pile of legal bills for your startup? Or is it a leverageable asset worthy of attracting precious investment dollars, worth its cost in multiples of valuation? The difference is often quality. Is your patent application only good enough to get through the examination process? Or has it been crafted to stand the tests of time and varied audiences if you later need to assert that document against an infringer, find yourself litigating with it in an Article 3 Court at the hands of a judge and jury, God forbid, end up having to defend its validity at the PTAB, or even needing to use it to block pirated imports at the International Trade Commission? The difference is often quality. Quality will be our focus for a good chunk of the remainder of this season. What goes into a quality patent, and where possible, how do you get it without breaking the bank? ** Episode Overview ** In this first episode of our quality series, Kristen Hansen and the panel discuss: ⦿ What do we mean when we say patent quality? ⦿ Why is patent quality important? ⦿ How to balance quality and budget ⦿ The importance of searching, continuations, and draftsperson domain expertise ⦿ Very practical tips, tricks, examples, and Kristen’s Musts for drafting quality applications https://www.aurorapatents.com/patently-strategic-podcast.html

The presentation showcases the diverse real-world applications of Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) across multiple industries: 1. **Manufacturing**: FDM is utilized in manufacturing for rapid prototyping, creating custom tools and fixtures, and producing functional end-use parts. Companies leverage its cost-effectiveness and flexibility to streamline production processes. 2. **Medical**: In the medical field, FDM is used to create patient-specific anatomical models, surgical guides, and prosthetics. Its ability to produce precise and biocompatible parts supports advancements in personalized healthcare solutions. 3. **Education**: FDM plays a crucial role in education by enabling students to learn about design and engineering through hands-on 3D printing projects. It promotes innovation and practical skill development in STEM disciplines. 4. **Science**: Researchers use FDM to prototype equipment for scientific experiments, build custom laboratory tools, and create models for visualization and testing purposes. It facilitates rapid iteration and customization in scientific endeavors. 5. **Automotive**: Automotive manufacturers employ FDM for prototyping vehicle components, tooling for assembly lines, and customized parts. It speeds up the design validation process and enhances efficiency in automotive engineering. 6. **Consumer Electronics**: FDM is utilized in consumer electronics for designing and prototyping product enclosures, casings, and internal components. It enables rapid iteration and customization to meet evolving consumer demands. 7. **Robotics**: Robotics engineers leverage FDM to prototype robot parts, create lightweight and durable components, and customize robot designs for specific applications. It supports innovation and optimization in robotic systems. 8. **Aerospace**: In aerospace, FDM is used to manufacture lightweight parts, complex geometries, and prototypes of aircraft components. It contributes to cost reduction, faster production cycles, and weight savings in aerospace engineering. 9. **Architecture**: Architects utilize FDM for creating detailed architectural models, prototypes of building components, and intricate designs. It aids in visualizing concepts, testing structural integrity, and communicating design ideas effectively. Each industry example demonstrates how FDM enhances innovation, accelerates product development, and addresses specific challenges through advanced manufacturing capabilities.

This is a slide deck that showcases the updates in Microsoft Copilot for May 2024

Widya Salim and Victor Ma will outline the causal impact analysis, framework, and key learnings used to quantify the impact of reducing Twitter's network latency.

We are honored to launch and host this event for our UiPath Polish Community, with the help of our partners - Proservartner! We certainly hope we have managed to spike your interest in the subjects to be presented and the incredible networking opportunities at hand, too! Check out our proposed agenda below 👇👇 08:30 ☕ Welcome coffee (30') 09:00 Opening note/ Intro to UiPath Community (10') Cristina Vidu, Global Manager, Marketing Community @UiPath Dawid Kot, Digital Transformation Lead @Proservartner 09:10 Cloud migration - Proservartner & DOVISTA case study (30') Marcin Drozdowski, Automation CoE Manager @DOVISTA Pawel Kamiński, RPA developer @DOVISTA Mikolaj Zielinski, UiPath MVP, Senior Solutions Engineer @Proservartner 09:40 From bottlenecks to breakthroughs: Citizen Development in action (25') Pawel Poplawski, Director, Improvement and Automation @McCormick & Company Michał Cieślak, Senior Manager, Automation Programs @McCormick & Company 10:05 Next-level bots: API integration in UiPath Studio (30') Mikolaj Zielinski, UiPath MVP, Senior Solutions Engineer @Proservartner 10:35 ☕ Coffee Break (15') 10:50 Document Understanding with my RPA Companion (45') Ewa Gruszka, Enterprise Sales Specialist, AI & ML @UiPath 11:35 Power up your Robots: GenAI and GPT in REFramework (45') Krzysztof Karaszewski, Global RPA Product Manager 12:20 🍕 Lunch Break (1hr) 13:20 From Concept to Quality: UiPath Test Suite for AI-powered Knowledge Bots (30') Kamil Miśko, UiPath MVP, Senior RPA Developer @Zurich Insurance 13:50 Communications Mining - focus on AI capabilities (30') Thomasz Wierzbicki, Business Analyst @Office Samurai 14:20 Polish MVP panel: Insights on MVP award achievements and career profiling

As a popular open-source library for analytics engineering, dbt is often used in combination with Airflow. Orchestrating and executing dbt models as DAGs ensures an additional layer of control over tasks, observability, and provides a reliable, scalable environment to run dbt models. This webinar will cover a step-by-step guide to Cosmos, an open source package from Astronomer that helps you easily run your dbt Core projects as Airflow DAGs and Task Groups, all with just a few lines of code. We’ll walk through: - Standard ways of running dbt (and when to utilize other methods) - How Cosmos can be used to run and visualize your dbt projects in Airflow - Common challenges and how to address them, including performance, dependency conflicts, and more - How running dbt projects in Airflow helps with cost optimization Webinar given on 9 July 2024

The DealBook is our annual overview of the Ukrainian tech investment industry. This edition comprehensively covers the full year 2023 and the first deals of 2024.

Solar Storms (Geo Magnetic Storms) are the motion of accelerated charged particles in the solar environment with high velocities due to the coronal mass ejection (CME).

Password Rotation in 2024 is still Relevant

Everything that I found interesting last month about the irresponsible use of machine intelligence

Kief Morris rethinks the infrastructure code delivery lifecycle, advocating for a shift towards composable infrastructure systems. We should shift to designing around deployable components rather than code modules, use more useful levels of abstraction, and drive design and deployment from applications rather than bottom-up, monolithic architecture and delivery.

Sustainability requires ingenuity and stewardship. Did you know Pigging Solutions pigging systems help you achieve your sustainable manufacturing goals AND provide rapid return on investment. How? Our systems recover over 99% of product in transfer piping. Recovering trapped product from transfer lines that would otherwise become flush-waste, means you can increase batch yields and eliminate flush waste. From raw materials to finished product, if you can pump it, we can pig it.

Have you noticed the OpenSSF Scorecard badges on the official Dart and Flutter repos? It's Google's way of showing that they care about security. Practices such as pinning dependencies, branch protection, required reviews, continuous integration tests etc. are measured to provide a score and accompanying badge. You can do the same for your projects, and this presentation will show you how, with an emphasis on the unique challenges that come up when working with Dart and Flutter. The session will provide a walkthrough of the steps involved in securing a first repository, and then what it takes to repeat that process across an organization with multiple repos. It will also look at the ongoing maintenance involved once scorecards have been implemented, and how aspects of that maintenance can be better automated to minimize toil.

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Today’s digitally connected world presents a wide range of security challenges for enterprises. Insider security threats are particularly noteworthy because they have the potential to cause significant harm. Unlike external threats, insider risks originate from within the company, making them more subtle and challenging to identify. This blog aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of insider security threats, including their types, examples, effects, and mitigation techniques.

Support en anglais diffusé lors de l'événement 100% IA organisé dans les locaux parisiens d'Iguane Solutions, le mardi 2 juillet 2024 : - Présentation de notre plateforme IA plug and play : ses fonctionnalités avancées, telles que son interface utilisateur intuitive, son copilot puissant et des outils de monitoring performants. - REX client : Cyril Janssens, CTO d’ easybourse, partage son expérience d’utilisation de notre plateforme IA plug & play.

This presentation explores the practical application of image description techniques. Familiar guidelines will be demonstrated in practice, and descriptions will be developed “live”! If you have learned a lot about the theory of image description techniques but want to feel more confident putting them into practice, this is the presentation for you. There will be useful, actionable information for everyone, whether you are working with authors, colleagues, alone, or leveraging AI as a collaborator. Link to presentation recording and slides: https://bnctechforum.ca/sessions/details-of-description-part-ii-describing-images-in-practice/ Presented by BookNet Canada on June 25, 2024, with support from the Department of Canadian Heritage.

These fighter aircraft have uses outside of traditional combat situations. They are essential in defending India's territorial integrity, averting dangers, and delivering aid to those in need during natural calamities. Additionally, the IAF improves its interoperability and fortifies international military alliances by working together and conducting joint exercises with other air forces.

accommodate the strengths, weaknesses, threats and opportunities of autonomous vehicles