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Reaching Toward the Metaverse

August 13, 2024

6G, Virtual reality, Augmented Reality, Artificial Intelligence

The advent of the Metaverse concept has expedited the evolution of haptic, tactile internet, and multimedia applications with their VR/AR/XR services. Fully immersive sensing is likely to define the next generation of wireless networks as a key to realizing the vision of the Metaverse. The potential economic impact of the Metaverse is significant, with the total market projected to reach between US$8-13 trillion by 2030. Furthermore, Gartner predicts that 25% of people will spend at least one hour daily on the Metaverse platform for personal and professional purposes.

Navigation Techniques for Virtual Reality

May 21, 2024

Virtual reality

Navigation is a fundamental element in virtual reality (VR) applications, as it is essential for exploring space and finding one's way. Different locomotion techniques can lead to variations in how users control their movements in response to dynamic obstacles, potentially affecting users' task performance and experience.

Improving the Metaverse

December 19, 2023

Virtual reality, IoT, Augmented Reality, Artificial Intelligence

Forming the next evolution of the Internet—the Metaverse is the concept of a fully immersive and universal virtual space for multi-user interaction, collaboration, and socializing. This concept of a blended shared space, whereby users can interact with each other in physical/virtual environments and extended reality (XR) in a seamless, immersive, and interactive way, has drawn enormous attention in both industry and academia.

Establishing a Framework for Multimedia Semantic Communications

June 27, 2023

6G, Virtual reality, Augmented Reality, Communications

As the global demand for mobile communication services increases and new application scenarios arise, higher-level requirements for mobile communication capabilities will drive the development of the sixth generation (6G) of the mobile communication system.

Can the Internet of Things Make the Metaverse More Real?

April 11, 2023

Digital Twins, Virtual reality, IoT, Augmented Reality

Research suggests the IoT will enable us to overcome one of the greatest challenges we face in the Metaverse—how to map data from real life, in real time, into a digital reality.

Using VR and AI to Revolutionize How Archaeologists Discover Ancient Civilizations

March 30, 2021

Virtual reality, Big Data, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning

Without archaeological investigations, many of the historical sites we know today would remain a mystery. Using VR and AI, researchers have developed a system to revolutionize how archaeologists discover ancient civilizations

Creating Smarter Cities Using Artificial Transportation Systems

March 4, 2021

Virtual reality, IoT, Smart Cities, Transportation

Mobility continues to be one of the greatest challenges for smart cities, so researchers have developed a system that not only improves current transportation management but also expands the opportunities for building better-connected cities.