by Yuzhao Chen | Mar 23, 2026 | 2026, Chenfei Zhu, Jingyu Shi, Karthik Ramani, Rahul Jain, Runlin Duan, Yuzhao Chen
Generative AI (GenAI) has significantly advanced the ease and flexibility of image creation. However, it remains a challenge to precisely control spatial compositions, including object arrangement and scene conditions. To bridge this gap, we propose Canvas3D, an...
by Runlin Duan | Jan 1, 2026 | 2026, Jingyu Shi, Karthik Ramani, Rahul Jain, Runlin Duan, Yuzhao Chen
Large language models (LLMs) are capable of generating cross-domain design knowledge, opening up new possibilities for creating a myriad of design concepts for early-stage design ideation. However, the current chat-based interface fails to represent the complexity of...
by Mayank Patel | Dec 8, 2025 | 2025, Ananya Ipsita, Asim Unmesh, Jingyu Shi, Karthik Ramani, Mayank Patel, Rahul Jain
In VR-based manufacturing training employing Oculus controllers for power tool operation, users consistently encounter a glaring impediment: the conspicuous absence of haptic feedback. This critical shortfall significantly hinders the seamless transfer of acquired...
by Chenfei Zhu | Sep 30, 2025 | 2025, Chenfei Zhu, Featured Publications, Jingyu Shi, Karthik Ramani, Recent Publications, Shao-Kang Hsia, Xiyun Hu, Ziyi Liu
Creating Augmented Reality (AR) applications requires expertise in both design and implementation, posing significant barriers to entry for non-expert users. While existing methods reduce some of this burden, they often fall short in flexibility or usability for...
by Karthik Ramani | Apr 25, 2025 | 2025, Jingyu Shi, Karthik Ramani, Rahul Jain
Extended Reality (XR)-enabled headsets that overlay digital content onto the physical world, are gradually finding their way into our daily life. This integration raises significant concerns about privacy and access control, especially in shared spaces where XR...
by Rahul Jain | Apr 25, 2025 | 2025, Augmented Reality, Featured Publications, Hyunggun Chi, Hyungjun Doh, Jingyu Shi, Karthik Ramani, Rahul Jain, Recent Publications, Seunggeun Chi
Context-aware AR instruction enables adaptive and in-situ learning experiences. However, hardware limitations and expertise requirements constrain the creation of such instructions. With recent developments in Generative Artificial Intelligence (Gen-AI), current...
