“Minority Report” interface using Flash and FLAR toolkit



In this video a “Minority Report” interface is shown, using FLAR toolkit and Flash.

Popularity: 34% [?]

Augmented Reality Auto Maintenance for BMWs



BMW is in the midst of developing an Augmented Reality maintenance system for its mechanics. You can see how this can increase efficiency, virtually eliminate errors and reduce training even for extremely complex maintenance.

Although, I believe this is a concept video rather than an actual video of the system in action, you can see some of the key goals. A wireless lightweight headset, voice recognition, animated visual augmentation as well as verbal guidance.

Popularity: 26% [?]

Robot Crawls and Walks in Poisonous Environments



An anthropomorphic (resembling a human) robot that can walk and crawl, has human like movements and size has been developed to test chemical warfare protection clothing for the US Army.

One of the most striking features of this robot is that it can remain standing even when you attempt to knock it over.

The Engineering and robotics design company Boston Dynamics is also responsible for the development of several other robots primarily for military applications at present.

Popularity: 15% [?]

Home Made Virtual Reality Goggles?



Is this dumb or brilliant, you decide? There is no doubt you will look silly wearing this but for anyone on a budget this may be a cheap way to experience virtual reality. All you need is an Android phone with Streetview, a cardboard box and a few other easily found items.

Popularity: 11% [?]

Augmented Reality Real-time Repair Manual



By David Y Tan  Oct 27, ‘09

Repairing and maintaining your car and complex machinery will never be the same again. AR Technology being developed at Columbia University in cooperation with the US military shows the mechanic in real time what to do next.

Virtual images of parts to be replaced, the bolts that need to be removed and even the direction they need to be turned are superimposed on the real-time view of the engine.

Not surprisingly, studies have shown that the AR “repair manual” is much more effective than the traditional 2D computer screen based version of the same instructions.

Popularity: 18% [?]

PS3 Virtual Pet Reacts to Voices, Gestures and Objects



By David Y Tan  Oct 23, ‘09
Too lazy to look after a real pet? Sony launches a new Virtual Pet game for the PS3 that combines elements of Augmented Reality, Gesture Technology and Artificial Intelligence.

The EyePet is fully aware of the people and objects in the room.  It reacts to voices and gestures as well as toys the player puts on screen.

“By completing daily tasks, you can teach your EyePet brand new games to play”

“Poke him and he jumps, stroke him and he’ll roll over in contentment, tickle him and he’ll laugh.”

This will be a welcome alternative for parents looking for a game that isn’t centered around fighting.  And … it may give them a short break from the kids pestering for a real pet.

Popularity: 26% [?]

High-Speed Robot Hand



Ishikawa Komuro Lab’s high-speed robot hand performing impressive acts of dexterity and skillful manipulation. For more information, see Hizook.com — http://www.hizook.com/blog/2009/08/03…

Popularity: 14% [?]

Marketing Beer with Temperature Sensitive Augmented Reality



Molson Dry put a new spin to their ad campaign using some of the latest AR technology that included thermal imaging technology.

When the beer bottle reaches the perfect temperature, it’s time for a party message revealation.  Download an app and hold your Molson Dry up to the webcam.

“You will see an animated party message come out of your bottle, which you can then control by moving your bottle,” says the brand. “You can even record your performance and add it to the video gallery, which has been created for this purpose, so that we can see you.”

Popularity: 25% [?]

iPhone Augmented Reality for London



Never get lost in London again.  Just point your iPhone GS camera and directions to Tube and Bus stations as well as points of interest are overlayed in real-time.

Source: London Tube iPhone

Popularity: 18% [?]

Audi Car Configurator on Microsoft Surface



Audi Car Configurator on Surface @ IAA 2009 from Neue Digitale / Razorfish on Vimeo.

Popularity: 16% [?]

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