Augmented reality (AR) is an interactive experience that combines the real world and computer-generated 3D content. The content can span multiple sensory modalities, including visual, auditory, haptic, somatosensory See more

• 1901: L. Frank Baum, an author, first mentions the idea of an electronic display/spectacles that overlays data onto real life (in this case 'people'). It is named a 'character marker'. See more

A key measure of AR systems is how realistically they integrate augmentations with the real world. The software must derive real world … See more

Augmented reality has been explored for many uses, from gaming and entertainment to medicine, education and business. Example application areas described below … See more

In virtual reality (VR), the users' perception of reality is completely based on virtual information. In augmented reality (AR) the user is provided with additional computer- generated information within the data collected from real life that enhances their perception of … See more

Augmented reality requires hardware components including a processor, display, sensors, and input devices. Modern mobile computing devices like smartphones See more

The implementation of augmented reality in consumer products requires considering the design of the applications and the related constraints of the technology platform. Since AR … See more