MechARspace: An Authoring System Enabling Bidirectional Binding of Augmented Reality with Toys in Real-time

MechARspace: An Authoring System Enabling Bidirectional Binding of Augmented Reality with Toys in Real-time

Augmented Reality (AR), which blends physical and virtual worlds, presents the possibility of enhancing traditional toy design. By leveraging bidirectional virtual-physical interactions between humans and the designed artifact, such AR-enhanced toys can provide more...
ColabAR: A Toolkit for Remote Collaboration in Tangible Augmented Reality Laboratories

ColabAR: A Toolkit for Remote Collaboration in Tangible Augmented Reality Laboratories

Current times are accelerating new technologies to provide high-quality education for remote collaboration, as well as hands-on learning. This is particularly important in the case of laboratory-based classes, which play an essential role in STEM education. In this...
RobotAR: An Augmented Reality Compatible Teleconsulting Robotics Toolkit for Augmented Makerspace Experiences

RobotAR: An Augmented Reality Compatible Teleconsulting Robotics Toolkit for Augmented Makerspace Experiences

Distance learning is facing a critical moment finding a balance between high quality education for remote students and engaging them in hands-on learning. This is particularly relevant for project-based classrooms and makerspaces, which typically require extensive...
Meta-AR-App: An Authoring Platform for Collaborative Augmented Reality in STEM Classrooms

Meta-AR-App: An Authoring Platform for Collaborative Augmented Reality in STEM Classrooms

Augmented Reality (AR) has become a valuable tool for education and training processes. Meanwhile, cloud-based technologies can foster collaboration and other interaction modalities to enhance learning. We combine the cloud capabilities with AR technologies to present...