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A Multi Viewer Autostereoscopic Projection Display--Dimension
Technologies, Inc., 315 Mount Read Boulevard, Rochester, NY 14611-1900; 716-436-3530
Mr. Jesse B.
Eichenlaub, Principal Investigator
Mr. Arnold D.
Lagergren, Business Official
DOE Grant No. DE-FG02-00ER82989
Amount: $100,000
Effective
collaborative efforts require open communication among collaborators as well as
accurate visualization and interpretation of the data or simulation being
represented. Stereoscopic systems can
help eliminate misinterpretation among collaborators through improved
visualization and data interpretation.
However, present day stereoscopic immersive environments require users
to wear 3D-glasses or headgear. In
addition to being problematic, the obtrusive 3D glasses hinder communication
and deter from the realism of simulations; thus they inhibit the effectiveness
of collaborative efforts. This program
will develop an immersive multi-user collaborative visualization tool. This advanced visualization technology will
allow collaborators to view projected stereoscopic imagery with unaided eyes,
on a large screen, at full resolution without position-limiting viewing
zones. The hologram-like images, whose
perspective will change as the observers move, will provide the realism and
data content for accurate visualization, interpretation and effective
collaboration. The Phase I program will
analyze, design and model two key components necessary to determine the
feasibility and constraints under which multiple observers can view projected
stereoscopic imagery with unaided eyes.
A systematic study will be performed into various projection designs
that can direct multiple images into multiple locations in a uniform and
efficient manner.
Commercial Applications and Other Benefits
as described by the awardee: The products resulting from this research will expand commercial
markets for stereoscopic imaging in scientific, medical and industrial
visualization applications where real depth information is known to be of
benefit. In addition, new applications
are likely for point-of-sale kiosks, and location based entertainment
applications where 3D viewing of multi-perspective imagery will heighten the
user’s experience.