2023-10-12 – 08:30-08:50 (Africa/Abidjan), Create
CirculAR is an Augmented Reality application that has been developed to provide a distinctive user-environment interaction in a gamified manner. Through integrating learning and entertainment elements, this application facilitates the exploration of cultural heritage in an immersive manner, specifically focusing on the rich heritage of Ancient Greece.
The functionality of CirculAR relies on localised simulation technology and visual detection, enabling the augmentation of information and interactive 3D models to enhance the surrounding environment at two renowned archaeological sites and a museum. The AR app seamlessly integrates with these sites' existing infrastructure, thereby enhancing appeal to visitors, and their relaxation and enjoyment during their visit. The unique features of CirculAR have been designed to augment the accessible and inclusive nature of the immersive experience provided to end-users on-site (such as visual and audio descriptions and a virtual agent). The application incorporates various gamified and educational components, including quizzes, animations, content visualisation and manipulation, and scoring mechanisms. The CirculAR authoring tool offers a user-friendly interface enabling institutions and content owners to preserve, curate and disseminate their cultural heritage data. Based on meticulously designed 3D content, augmented storylines strive to faithfully replicate the ancient sites, drawing from extensive research conducted by museums and archaeological sites. Due to the archaeological density of the selected sites, our application is anticipated to make a substantial contribution towards emphasising existing elements and recovering missing fragments essential for a comprehensive understanding of these areas as a whole. Join this session to learn more.
