Augmented Reality in Library Management System and Services: A Roadmap for Future Innovations and Applications

Abstract

Augmented Reality (AR) has emerged as a transformative technology in library systems, enhancing user engagement, information retrieval, and interactive learning. This study investigates the integration of AR in library services, focusing on its role in resource accessibility, digital literacy development, and user experience. Significantly, Aurasma, PoLAR, myLibrARy, etc., determine that AR technologies contribute to automated book sorting, wayfinding, interactive storytelling, and digital content visualisation. Furthermore, this study explores global implementations of AR, including National Library of Medicine (USA), National Library of Korea, and National Library of Sweden, etc. These initiatives highlight the potential of AR-driven interactive exhibits, immersive learning environments, and historical content augmentation in enhancing knowledge dissemination and cultural heritage preservation. This study emphasises the necessity of strategic funds, standardised implementation frameworks, and interdisciplinary collaboration to maximise the benefits of AR in library services. Furthermore, the present study evaluates the application of AR in libraries so that library management services can be improved. Additionally, the study tries to fill the research gap by providing different applications of AR in libraries and its impact on global libraries.