Mobile device geo-localization and object visualization in sensor networks

Abstract

In this paper we present a method to visualize geo-referenced objects on modern smartphones using a multi- functional application design.The application applies different localization and visualization methods including the smartphone camera image. The presented application copes well with different scenarios. A generic application work flow and augmentedreality visualization techniques are described. The feasibility of the approachis experimentally validated using an online desktop selection application in a network with a modern of-the-shelf smartphone. Applications are widespread and include for instance crisis and disaster management or military applications.