Research Article
Dual Reality: Merging the Real and Virtual
@INPROCEEDINGS{10.1007/978-3-642-11743-5_2, author={Joshua Lifton and Joseph Paradiso}, title={Dual Reality: Merging the Real and Virtual}, proceedings={Facets of Virtual Environments. First International Conference, FaVE 2009, Berlin, Germany, July 27-29, 2009, Revised Selected Papers}, proceedings_a={FAVE}, year={2012}, month={5}, keywords={dual reality virtual worlds sensor network}, doi={10.1007/978-3-642-11743-5_2} }- Joshua Lifton
Joseph Paradiso
Year: 2012
Dual Reality: Merging the Real and Virtual
FAVE
Springer
DOI: 10.1007/978-3-642-11743-5_2
Abstract
This paper proposes the convergence of sensor networks and virtual worlds not only as a possible solution to their respective limitations, but also as the beginning of a new creative medium. In such a “dual reality,” both real and virtual worlds are complete unto themselves, but also enhanced by the ability to mutually reflect, influence, and merge by means of sensor/actuator networks deeply embedded in everyday environments. This paper describes a full implementation of a dual reality system using a popular online virtual world and a human-centric sensor network designed around a common electrical power strip. Example applications (e.g., browsing sensor networks in online virtual worlds), interaction techniques, and design strategies for the dual reality domain are demonstrated and discussed.