An innovative direct-interaction-enabled augmented-reality 3D system

Abstract

Previous augmented-reality (AR) applications have required users to observe the integration of real and virtual images on a display. This study proposes a novel concept regarding AR applications. By integrating AR techniques with marker identification, virtual-image output, imaging, and image-interaction processes, this study rendered virtual images that can interact with predefined markers in a real three-dimensional (3D) environment. © 2013 Sheng-Hsiung Chang and Tsair-Chun Liang.